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Spain Leads World for UK Second Home Buyers

New research reveals the top five countries for buying a holiday home. Discover why Spain, France, and Portugal are leading the market for British investors seeking sun and returns.

Thailand floods: 145 dead, 3.6 million affected

Catastrophic flooding in southern Thailand has killed at least 145 people and impacted 3.6 million residents. Discover the full extent of the damage and ongoing relief efforts.

Thailand flood death toll rises above 80

Severe flooding in southern Thailand claims over 80 lives as waters begin to subside, affecting 3 million people across 12 provinces. Emergency response continues.

Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 23

The death toll from devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has climbed to 23, with 28 people still missing. Rescue teams are working against the clock. Read the latest updates.

Judd's luxury property sells at huge $450k loss

TV presenter Rebecca Judd and AFL star husband Chris face substantial financial setback as their Mornington Peninsula investment property sells for significantly less than purchase price.

Luxury Beach Hut Sells for £325k - Price of Family Home

A luxurious beach hut on Dorset's iconic Mudeford Spit is causing waves in the property market, commanding a price tag equivalent to a family home. Discover why this timber retreat is Britain's most coveted coastal address.

UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP

British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.

Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated

Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.

Estate agents mocked over £110K bungalow listing blunder

A property listing for a seemingly ordinary £110,000 bungalow in the UK has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, after eagle-eyed buyers spotted a comical mistake in the bathroom that's left estate agents thoroughly mocked.

House prices crash across nearly half of UK cities

Exclusive analysis reveals property values are falling in 46% of UK cities as the housing market faces its most significant correction in years. Discover which areas are hardest hit and what experts predict for the coming months.

Council's £10,000 property licence blunder exposed

A devastating administrative error by Westminster Council left a landlord facing a £10,000 bill after officials mistakenly revoked her property licence. The shocking case exposes serious flaws in local authority licensing systems.

Sydney woman trapped in £1.2m property nightmare

A Sydney woman's dream property purchase turned into a financial nightmare as she faces being trapped in her £1.2 million townhouse amid Australia's crashing property market. Discover the shocking reality of negative equity and why experts warn this could

Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell

Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.

Gov Considers Tax Breaks for Property Clearances

Exclusive: Ministers are reportedly weighing a controversial tax deduction scheme that would reward property owners for clearing buildings, sparking fierce debate among industry experts and environmentalists.

Mansion Tax Fears Trigger Property Market Jitters

UK housing market faces uncertainty as Housing Secretary Michael Gove repeatedly refuses to rule out new property tax in upcoming Budget, sparking concerns among homeowners and industry experts.

The Block House Sells for $4.25 Million Below Reserve

In a stunning property auction upset, contestants from The Block Australia watched in horror as their meticulously renovated house sold for a massive loss, leaving dreams shattered and questions unanswered about the reality TV property gamble.

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