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Autumn Train Timetables Cut as Leaves Disrupt UK Rails

Major train operators across Britain unveil reduced winter schedules with earlier last services, blaming seasonal leaf-fall disruption for widespread cuts that will impact commuters and evening travellers.

UK garage converted into full-scale home grocery store

A British homeowner's incredible DIY garage conversion into a fully-stocked grocery store has taken the internet by storm. Discover how a simple lockdown project turned into a viral sensation, featuring professional shelving, a checkout, and even a loyalt

Devon's £500m 'Dubai': Eden Project Transforms Torbay

A visionary £500m Eden Project North in Torbay promises to revolutionise the English Riviera, drawing global tourists with its stunning biomes and cutting-edge sustainability, creating thousands of jobs.

World's Longest Flight: London to Sydney in 29 Hours

Qantas Airways has launched its groundbreaking 'Project Sunrise' with the first non-stop flight from London to Sydney, covering over 17,000km in just under 29 hours. Discover how this aviation marvel is changing long-haul travel forever.

Albanese faces Pacific backlash over Woodside gas decision

Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure from Pacific leaders over the controversial Woodside North West Shelf extension, overshadowing the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands. The decision tests Australia's climate commitments and

UK's £57m 'Smart Town' Digital Transformation Unveiled

A historic UK market town is at the heart of a groundbreaking £57 million digital transformation project, aiming to become a national blueprint for future-proofing communities with cutting-edge technology, full-fibre broadband, and smart infrastructure.

Saudi Arabia Unveils World's Largest Museum Plans

Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.

‘Shed’ sells for staggering £485,000 in bidding war

A deceptively small property in Merseyside, which looks like a simple garden shed from the outside, has sold at auction for an eye-watering £485,000 after a fierce bidding battle, far exceeding its guide price.

Trump admin axes funding for NC project with Ukrainian manager

The Trump administration has moved to cut vital federal funding for a North Carolina housing initiative after it emerged the project's manager, Iryna Zarutska, is a Ukrainian national, sparking a major political row over aid allocation.

UK's Biggest Waterpark Project Cancelled in Manchester

The highly anticipated Therme Manchester, slated to be the UK's largest waterpark, has been officially scrapped. The £250 million project, promised to create hundreds of jobs, has been abandoned after failing to secure necessary funding and approvals, mar

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

Amazon sacks UK drivers, replaces them with AI

Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a

Qantas Tests Historic London-Sydney Direct Flight

Qantas launches a groundbreaking direct flight from London to Sydney, slashing travel time and testing the limits of ultra-long-haul aviation. Discover the new era of non-stop travel between Europe and Australia.

Derbyshire's 'Ghost Hotel' Hits Market for £5m

A sprawling, 'unloved' Victorian hotel in the High Peak, left to decay by a reclusive millionaire family for 30 years, is now on the market for £5 million. The Glossop landmark, known locally as 'The Ghost Hotel', is a time capsule of faded grandeur, awai

East Coast Main Line Train Fares Slashed in Half

Passengers on the East Coast Main Line are set for huge savings as the new operator, LNER, introduces simplified and drastically cheaper 'Semi-Flex' fares, ending years of confusing pricing.

Trump Allies Draft Plan to Curb Federal Reserve Independence

A radical proposal from Donald Trump's allies seeks to strip the Federal Reserve of its independence, allowing the White House to demote Chair Jerome Powell and influence interest rates, a move that could shake global markets.

Prince William's Surprise Visit to Natural History Museum

The Prince of Wales made an unannounced visit to London's Natural History Museum to champion the Urban Nature Project, highlighting his commitment to UK conservation and creating accessible green spaces for communities.

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