Billionaire's £12m Penthouse Renovation Disaster
Adrian Portelli spent nearly £12m renovating his Melbourne penthouse, only for an inspector to find leaks and faulty work. The contract dispute is now heading to court.
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$39m Penthouse Renovation Fails Building Inspection
Billionaire Adrian Portelli claims his $39m Melbourne penthouse renovation is defective after spending nearly $12m. A site inspector found leaks and faulty workmanship.
Girl, 6, paralysed after surgery for rare spinal condition
A mother's story of her daughter's rare spinal AVM diagnosis and the life-saving surgery that left her paralysed. Follow Sofia's journey of rehabilitation and hope.
Girl, 6, paralysed after surgery for rare spinal condition
Sofia Hill, 6, was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. Life-saving surgery left her paralysed. Her family shares their story of hope and intensive rehabilitation.
Sydney's 'Ghost Tower' Repairs to Start After Defects
A 24-storey residential tower in Parramatta, empty since 2022 due to serious defects, will finally undergo repairs. The saga highlights Australia's building crisis and calls for developer licensing.
New California law requires folic acid in tortillas
A new California law, effective 1 Jan 2026, mandates folic acid in corn masa flour to boost intake among pregnant Latina women and reduce birth defects by up to 70%. Read the full story.
Widower Sues Tesla After Wife Dies in Fiery Model 3 Crash
A Washington man files a federal lawsuit against Tesla, alleging faulty design in a Model 3 caused a fatal crash and fire, trapping his wife inside. Read the full investigation.
Folic acid ignorance puts unborn babies at risk
A YouGov poll reveals a dangerous knowledge gap about folic acid in pregnancy, linking deficiency to spinal defects and autism. Experts call for urgent public health education.
NHS: Take folic acid for first 12 weeks of pregnancy
The NHS advises taking 400mcg of folic acid daily before conception and until 12 weeks pregnant to support your baby's development. Check if you qualify for free vitamins.
Baby Ezra defies odds with rare condition survival
Meet baby Ezra, the courageous infant born with amniotic band syndrome whose incredible survival story is capturing hearts across Britain after beating overwhelming medical challenges.
Sydney's Strata Nightmare: Glebe Building Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how structural failures and management chaos at a prestigious Glebe development have left residents facing financial ruin and unsafe living conditions in one of Sydney's most desirable suburbs.
Pregnancy Drug Scandal Victims Demand Justice
Exclusive investigation reveals how Primodos victims continue fighting for compensation and recognition after pregnancy test drug caused devastating birth defects.
Alex McKinnon announces engagement to Teigan Power
Former Newcastle Knights player Alex McKinnon, who suffered a devastating spinal injury in 2014, shares joyous engagement news with long-term partner Teigan Power in heartwarming social media announcement.
Strictly star's health crisis forces show exit
BBC presenter Mike Bushell makes emotional departure from show after developing severe spinal condition that left him struggling to walk during rehearsals.
Ford Recalls 500,000+ Vehicles Over Critical Safety Defects
Major safety recall affects Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models with potentially catastrophic steering and driveshaft failures. Urgent repairs required for nearly 550,000 vehicles across US and Canada.
Ford, Tesla, RAM Recall Crisis Over Safety Defects
Millions of vehicles across Britain face urgent recalls as automotive giants Ford, Tesla and RAM grapple with dangerous defects putting drivers at risk. From faulty wipers to braking system failures, discover which models are affected.
Wes Fogden's career ended by spinal injury in FA Trophy final
Former Bournemouth and Portsmouth midfielder Wes Fogden suffers devastating spinal injury during FA Trophy final, raising urgent questions about player safety in non-league football.
3D Printed Vertebra Saves Crash Victim in UK First
Groundbreaking spinal surgery using a custom 3D-printed titanium vertebra has transformed a young man's life after a devastating motorcycle accident, marking a UK medical milestone.
UK surgeons pioneer revolutionary heart repair technique
Groundbreaking new surgical approach developed by UK doctors offers hope for thousands born with complex heart defects, significantly improving survival rates and quality of life.
Strictly Pro's Shock Injury: 'I Can't Feel My Legs'
Strictly Come Dancing faces another major setback as professional dancer Graziano Di Prima reveals terrifying spinal injury that left him temporarily paralysed, raising serious concerns about dancer safety on the hit BBC show.
Jacqui Lambie reveals emergency spinal surgery
Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie reveals emergency spinal surgery forced her to miss crucial parliamentary votes, sharing her painful recovery journey and political consequences.
Hayley Raso: From broken back to 100 Matildas caps
Australian football star Hayley Raso's remarkable comeback from a career-threatening spinal injury to reaching 100 international caps - an inspiring tale of resilience and determination.
Prince Andrew's Windsor mansion shows alarming decay
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of disrepair at Royal Lodge with cracked walls, peeling paint and black mould throughout the 30-room property as maintenance crisis deepens.
Teen may never walk after NHS misdiagnosis
A teenage girl's life has been shattered after NHS doctors repeatedly dismissed her symptoms as growing pains, only to discover she had a rare spinal condition that may leave her permanently unable to walk.
Michael J Fox: 'I won't live to 80' amid Parkinson's fight
Back to the Future star Michael J. Fox opens up about his deteriorating health, spinal surgery complications, and emotional outlook in raw new interview.
MAFS UK Star's Health Crisis: Can't Walk Down Aisle
Married At First Sight UK's Chanita Stephenson opens up about her devastating spinal condition that's left her unable to walk properly and fearing for her future mobility.
Strictly Pro's Emotional Injury Revelation
Strictly Come Dancing professional opens up about devastating spinal injury that threatened to end career forever in powerful new documentary
3 Surgeon-Approved Workouts Beat Back Pain
Leading spinal surgeon reveals three evidence-based exercises that could end your lower back agony. Discover the movements that strengthen your core and transform your spinal health.
Teen's miraculous recovery after hockey paralysis
Jackson Drum's incredible journey from paralysis to walking again after a catastrophic spinal injury during a hockey game defies medical expectations and inspires hope.
Jockey Felix Giles suffers spinal injuries in Auteuil fall
Promising jump jockey Felix Giles faces life-changing injuries after a terrifying fall at Paris's Auteuil racecourse, with the racing community rallying support for his recovery.
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