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Architect's Warning: The High Cost of PFI NHS Buildings
A retired chartered architect warns against repeating PFI schemes for NHS hospitals, citing serious design flaws, high finance costs, and the risk of buildings being returned in a depleted state.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
NHS lifestyle quiz criticised before Budget announcement
The NHS's new five-minute lifestyle quiz faces voter criticism for poor timing as it launches days before Rachel Reeves' budget. Critics call it tone-deaf amid financial concerns.
Forestry Expert Simon Rietbergen Dies Aged 65
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert behind the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative, who dedicated his life to protecting Africa's forests. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Five-Hour D&D Play Initiative Transforms Theatre
Discover how Initiative, a groundbreaking five-hour play about Dungeons & Dragons, creates profound audience commitment through immersive storytelling at New York's Public Theatre.
Malaysia's £80bn Forest City: A Ghost Town
Explore the story of Forest City, a £80 billion Malaysian development built for 700,000 that now stands nearly empty. Discover why this ambitious project became a 'ghost town'.
Boston Suburb Outraged by Fortnightly Trash Collection Plan
Medford residents revolt as city officials plan bi-weekly trash pickups to meet zero-waste goals. The controversial scheme aims to save $1 million annually but faces backlash over rodent fears and overflowing bins.
Trump's Memphis task force arrests strain courts and jail
President Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis has made thousands of arrests, overwhelming local courts and overcrowded jails. Officials warn the strain could last for years.
Labour MPs Revolt Against NHS Private Finance Plans
Labour MPs are urging the Chancellor to abandon private finance plans for NHS buildings, warning it could cripple patient care. Discover the funding alternatives.
Labour MPs urge Reeves to drop NHS private finance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces rebellion from 40 Labour MPs demanding she abandon PFI-style funding for NHS infrastructure, warning it offers 'no value for money' and creates crippling debt.
Melania Trump's mic feedback at military base event
First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance visited Camp Lejeune, where a technical issue briefly interrupted Trump's speech. Read more about their engagement with military families.
Prince and Princess of Wales at Royal Variety Performance
The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to attend the 2024 Royal Variety Performance in a rare joint black-tie engagement. Discover the star-studded lineup and the vital charity work the event supports.
Inside America's Most Dangerous Highway: I-40 Killings
A TikTok video reveals chilling secrets of Interstate 40, where hundreds remain missing amid FBI's highway serial killings investigation. Discover the truth.
Melania Trump Signs Historic Executive Order
First Lady Melania Trump signs a historic executive order on foster care support, marking an unprecedented moment for a presidential spouse. Discover the details of this ceremonial act.
Ramaphosa: West undermined Ukraine peace mission
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched a blistering critique against Western nations, alleging they're actively sabotaging African-led peace initiatives to resolve the Ukraine conflict while pressuring other countries to take sides.
Ed Sheeran launches music education initiative for UK schools
Global music icon Ed Sheeran announces groundbreaking programme to support music education in British schools, addressing funding gaps and inspiring next generation of musicians.
King Charles launches veteran healthcare training for GPs
The King partners with the Royal College of GPs to launch specialised training for doctors treating military veterans, addressing critical gaps in NHS healthcare services.
Billie Eilish pledges $10 million to climate fight
Grammy-winning superstar Billie Eilish announces staggering $10 million donation to environmental causes through her new Overheated initiative, joining forces with climate organisations worldwide.
Free Artisan Electricity: Your 3-Hour Power Gift
Households across the UK will receive three hours of complimentary artisanal electricity in an unprecedented national initiative. Discover what makes this 'power gift' special and how to maximise your free energy window.
Oxford and Cambridge Launch Massive Tree-Planting Scheme
In a groundbreaking environmental move, Oxford and Cambridge universities are spearheading a massive tree-planting project that could transform the English landscape and create woodlands rivaling ancient forests.
Prince William's blunt two-word retort to politician
The Prince of Wales delivered a devastating two-word response to a politician during a tense exchange about homelessness, showcasing his growing frustration with government inaction.
King Charles blocks Fergie's Royal Lodge home plea
Sarah Ferguson's emotional request to remain at Royal Lodge has been refused by the monarch, raising questions about royal family tensions and future memoirs.
Sarah Ferguson's £4.2m Home Sale Sparks Royal Outrage
The Duchess of York faces royal wrath after selling her former marital home to Prince Andrew for millions, creating fresh controversy within the monarchy.
Prince of Wales backs climate penguin Rio's Prince
The Prince of Wales joins forces with global celebrities including Shawn Mendes to support Rio's Prince, the rescued penguin turned climate ambassador, in a groundbreaking environmental initiative at a British museum.
Andrew and Fergie's 'Happy Divorce' Facade Collapses
The carefully maintained image of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson as Britain's 'happiest divorced couple' has been shattered, revealing the stark reality behind their unusual living arrangement at Royal Lodge.
Prince Andrew faces Royal Lodge eviction pressure
The Duke of York is locked in tense negotiations over his future residence as the monarch pushes for cost-cutting measures and a streamlined royal portfolio.
Ferguson Finally Gets Royal Lodge Residence with Andrew
The Duchess of York has officially moved into the 30-room Windsor mansion alongside the Duke of York, marking the end of a protracted battle over her royal housing status and creating a new dynamic within the Windsor estate.
Andrew and Fergie's Windsor Castle home plans cause royal rift
The Duke of York and Sarah Ferguson are reportedly seeking to make Windsor Castle their permanent home, raising eyebrows about their future royal role and taxpayer funding.
Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to vacate Royal Lodge
The Duke of York and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson have reportedly struck a deal with King Charles to vacate their Windsor home in exchange for two smaller properties, marking a significant royal transition.
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