Switzerland votes on mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
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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.
Housing Crisis Fuels Far-Right Support in Europe
Oxford researchers reveal how Europe's housing affordability crisis is driving voters to far-right parties. Discover the progressive policies needed to reclaim this vital issue.
Sydney public housing demolished for affordable units
Carolyn Ienna's 30-year Sydney home demolished as NSW replaces public housing with affordable units. Explore the impact on social housing stock and resident displacement.
USPS Proposes Price Hikes After $9 Billion Annual Loss
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
Ireland Plans 300,000 New Homes in Five-Year Push
The Irish government announces a radical plan to build 300,000 homes by 2030 to tackle the housing crisis. Discover how this ambitious target will be achieved.
Barangaroo's 'Poor Doors' Segregate Affordable Housing Residents
Exclusive investigation reveals luxury Sydney development segregates affordable housing residents, forcing them to use inferior back entrances while wealthy neighbours enjoy premium facilities.
Young Brits abandon homeownership dreams as prices soar
Exclusive survey reveals three-quarters of young Britons believe homeownership is increasingly unattainable as property prices soar beyond reach, creating a permanent renting generation.
Military housing scandal: Heroes live in squalor
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of military accommodation as service families face mould, vermin and collapsing ceilings while defence spending soars.
Gov unveils Cambridge garden city expansion plan
Ministers reveal ambitious plans to transform Cambridge into a world-leading science superhub with thousands of new homes, sparking both excitement and local concerns about infrastructure and water supply.
HMRC failed 85 million taxpayer calls in decade
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
Australia's stunning new social housing revealed
Exclusive look at Australia's revolutionary housing commission homes that are transforming social housing with luxury features and modern designs that rival private developments.
Government accused of Cambridge housing 'power grab'
Housing Minister Lee Rowley faces backlash after confirming government intervention in Cambridge development, with critics calling it a 'takeover' of local planning decisions.
Zillow launches messaging to speed up UK home sales
Property giant Zillow introduces groundbreaking messaging platform to accelerate home sales as UK housing market faces significant challenges. New feature connects buyers and sellers directly.
NSW housing density scheme fails affordability test
Exclusive investigation reveals how New South Wales' flagship infill housing policy is delivering luxury apartments instead of promised affordable homes, exacerbating Sydney's housing crisis.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Peckham's housing crisis: Developers bypass affordable home rules
Exclusive investigation reveals how developers in Peckham exploit planning loopholes to bypass affordable housing requirements, leaving local communities priced out despite government targets.
24-Hour Emergency Repair Law for Social Housing
New legislation forces social housing providers to fix emergency hazards within 24 hours following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak from mould exposure.
£5,000 Japanese Homes Could Fix Australia Housing Crisis
Australia considers importing Japan's revolutionary prefabricated homes costing just £5,000 as radical solution to catastrophic housing shortage and affordability crisis.
Britain's prefab revival: Councils turn to pod homes
Eleven UK councils are embracing radical prefabricated housing estates as temporary solutions to combat soaring homelessness and migrant accommodation pressures. Discover how this post-war approach is making a surprising comeback.
Brighton's radical reverse Right-to-Buy housing plan
Brighton & Hove Council launches groundbreaking scheme to repurchase former council homes, tackling the city's severe social housing crisis head-on with a reverse Right-to-Buy initiative.
Government slashes London affordable housing quotas
Ministers confirm controversial plans to reduce affordable housing requirements for new developments in London, sparking warnings of worsening the capital's housing crisis and pushing out key workers.
Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
Zurich's housing cooperatives solve Europe's homes crisis
Discover how Zurich's innovative housing cooperatives offer a blueprint for tackling Europe's deepening housing crisis through community-led solutions and sustainable urban planning.
Australia's $10bn housing crisis fix as ownership plummets
The Australian government announces a landmark $10 billion housing package as new data reveals home ownership is becoming a distant dream for millions. Exclusive analysis shows the true scale of the affordability crisis gripping the nation.
Crown Prosecution Service faces major overhaul after review
The Crown Prosecution Service is set for significant reforms after a damning report revealed systemic failures in case handling and communication with victims.
Man sleeps in wheelchair for 18 months in mouldy flat
A disabled grandfather reveals his heartbreaking ordeal of sleeping upright in his wheelchair for over a year due to mould-infested council accommodation deemed unsafe by authorities.
Waitress confronts customer over zero tip in London restaurant
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
Liverpool's Bold Solution to UK Housing Crisis
Liverpool is pioneering a radical approach to the housing emergency, championing social rent as Westminster's policies continue to fail. Discover how one city is fighting back against soaring costs and deepening inequality.
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