Ireland Pioneers Landmark 'Right to Repair' Consumer Legislation
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
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UK Prisons Face £1 Billion Repair Crisis
Shocking new figures expose England and Wales' deteriorating prison estate, with repair costs soaring to nearly £1 billion as overcrowding and poor conditions escalate.
Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea Returns After Family Health Crisis
The Repair Shop's metalwork expert Dominic Chinea returns to filming after supporting his wife through a difficult pregnancy, as the hit BBC show prepares to warm hearts with more emotional restorations.
Repair Shop guest sobs over restored family heirloom
In a heart-wrenching episode of BBC's The Repair Shop, a guest breaks down in tears as experts restore a precious family heirloom with incredible sentimental value.
Harry Potter village's potholes magically disappear overnight
The picturesque Cotswolds village of Lacock, famous for its Harry Potter connections, experiences a modern-day miracle as decades of potholes mysteriously disappear overnight, leaving residents astonished.
The Repair Shop's Most Emotional Restoration Stuns Viewers
BBC's The Repair Shop delivers its most poignant moment yet as experts restore a war hero's long-lost medals, leaving viewers in tears during this unforgettable episode.
My Chinese EV nightmare: £1,200 repair shock
A British driver's dream of electric car ownership turned into a costly nightmare when his new BYD Atto 3 developed a mysterious fault that left him stranded and facing a £1,200 repair bill just months after purchase.
1950s Shoemaker's Shop Frozen in Time Discovered
Step back in time as we explore a perfectly preserved historic shoemaker's shop in Northamptonshire, discovered exactly as it was left in the mid-20th century with tools, leather and customer orders still in place.
Giant Yorkshire Sinkhole Repaired After 3-Month Ordeal
After 94 days of chaos, the giant Yorkshire sinkhole that swallowed a family's driveway and severed a major road has finally been repaired and reopened to relieved residents.
Dad fixes pothole with garden gnome in brilliant DIY solution
A frustrated father from West Sussex has become a local hero after creating his own hilarious solution to a dangerous pothole that council officials ignored for months.
Naked Mole Rats' Anti-Ageing Secret Unlocked
Groundbreaking research reveals how naked mole rats defy ageing through superior DNA repair mechanisms, offering potential breakthroughs for human health and longevity treatments.
Morrisons fuel contamination leaves drivers with £3k bills
Supermarket giant Morrisons faces mounting pressure to compensate hundreds of motorists after a fuel contamination incident at multiple forecourts left vehicles with catastrophic engine damage and repair costs soaring into thousands.
Estée Lauder Bundle Saves You £100 - Limited Time!
Discover Estée Lauder's limited-time beauty bundle featuring their cult-favourite Advanced Night Repair serum and luxurious moisturiser at an incredible £100 saving.
French political chaos fuels Marine Le Pen's far-right surge
As France's political establishment falters, Marine Le Pen's National Rally capitalises on the turmoil. Analysis reveals how internal divisions and failed policies are creating the perfect storm for far-right advancement.
2025's Best Hair Masks: UK Buyer's Guide
Discover the top-performing hair masks available in Britain this year, from budget-friendly finds to luxury treatments that transform damaged, dry hair into shiny, healthy locks.
The Repair Shop's Angelina Restores Cherished Engagement Ring
Expert silversmith Angelina Bakalarou performs emotional restoration miracle on BBC's The Repair Shop, transforming a damaged engagement ring into a sparkling family heirloom.
Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla in Mediterranean standoff
Tensions escalate as Israel intercepts international aid vessels bound for Gaza, while tech rights advocates push against planned obsolescence and the world mourns conservation icon Jane Goodall.
Appliances Built to Break: The Throwaway Truth
From planned obsolescence to repair restrictions, discover why modern appliances have shockingly short lifespans and what UK consumers can do to combat the throwaway culture costing households billions.
Boiler repair nightmare costs homeowner £2,000
A homeowner's shocking experience with a rogue plumber who demanded £2,000 for incomplete work serves as a crucial warning about cowboy tradesmen.
Repair Shop's Jay Blades on mental health after tragedy
Beloved BBC restoration expert Jay Blades speaks candidly about his mental health struggles and the support from The Repair Shop family after experiencing personal heartbreak.
The Repair Shop Fans Issue Demand After Emotional Episode
Viewers of the beloved BBC show are calling for a special episode after a particularly moving restoration of a 70-year-old teddy bear brought the nation to tears.
Candy's tumble dryer safety failure: 18-month ordeal
Exclusive: How a known fire-risk fault in a Candy dryer left a UK customer without a working appliance for a year and a half, despite safety warnings.
UK drivers warned against parking under trees
UK drivers are being warned about the severe and costly damage that parking beneath trees can cause to their vehicles, from sap and berries to bird droppings and falling branches.
Urgent Boiler Warning for UK Homes: Critical Fault Alert
Millions of British households are being alerted to a critical boiler fault that could lead to complete heating failure and costly emergency repairs during the coldest months.
Dutch police use water cannon on right-wing protesters
Dutch riot police used water cannons to disperse a right-wing demonstration in Rotterdam after protesters clashed with officers and attempted to breach barriers. The tense standoff resulted in multiple arrests.
£232m bill to fix Scotland's crumbling police stations
A damning report exposes the dire state of Police Scotland's estate, with repair costs soaring to £232 million. Critical failures in custody suites and leaking roofs plague stations across the nation.
Londoners' Silent Rebuke To Far-Right Trump-Style March
As far-right supporters marched through central London, the city's response revealed a deep resistance to the divisive politics championed by Donald Trump. Discover how Londoners are pushing back.
Far-Right March on London: Transatlantic Extremism
Exclusive report on the significant far-right march through central London, its transatlantic connections, and the heavy police response. We analyse the groups involved, the political climate fueling the demonstration, and its impact on the community.
Beauty Sleep Is Real: The Science Behind Overnight Skin Repair
Discover the groundbreaking science behind why quality sleep is the most powerful, yet underrated, weapon in your skincare arsenal. Experts reveal how overnight restoration fights ageing and repairs skin damage.
Expert's £10 B&Q Fence Fix Saves a Fortune
Discover a tradesman's secret £10 trick using a common B&Q product to repair broken fence posts instantly, avoiding a costly replacement bill.
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