Angela Rayner pledges housing revolution with new towns
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner vows a radical housing overhaul with new towns, affordable homes, and sweeping planning reforms to tackle the UK's deepening crisis.
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US Home Prices Crash: Sellers Slash Prices in Major Cities
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in property price reductions across the United States, with nearly half of all cities experiencing significant declines. Sellers are forced to make steep cuts as high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty cool
Inside Britain's Most Notorious Council Estate
An exclusive look inside the Ferrier Estate in Greenwich, a symbol of failed urban planning now being demolished. Discover the shocking conditions residents endured for decades.
Oxford University's luxury bus for students sparks outrage
Exclusive: Oxford University faces backlash for hiring a luxury double-decker bus to transport students just 1.5 miles between campuses, as many struggle with the city's severe accommodation shortage.
NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.
Family's 18-Month Ordeal Living in Broken-Down Bus
A desperate family reveals their heartbreaking reality of living in a broken-down bus for a year and a half, exposing the UK's deepening housing emergency.
Australia's £7.4bn Housing Crisis Solution: 40,000 New Homes
The Australian government unveils a massive £7.4 billion housing package to tackle the nation's escalating affordability crisis, aiming to build 40,000 new social and affordable homes by 2029.
Freshers Splurge £10k on 'Insane' Dorm Makeovers
A new trend sees British university freshmen spending thousands on luxury dorm room transformations, from custom furniture to high-end tech, sparking debates on student spending and social media influence.
Student Loan Warning: Major Rule Change for Freshers
Students starting university this September face a significant change to student loan repayment rules, slashing the earnings threshold before repayments begin. Get the full breakdown on how this will impact your finances.
Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home
A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.
Bethel Residents Clash Over Affordable Housing Development
A fierce dispute erupts in Bethel, Connecticut, as locals oppose a 60-unit affordable housing development, citing environmental and infrastructure concerns while developers argue it addresses a critical housing shortage.
Griff Rhys Jones: Young People's Futures Stifled
Comedian and writer Griff Rhys Jones delivers a powerful polemic on the generational injustice facing young Britons, from the housing crisis and student debt to a stifled creative economy.
Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building
In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.
Best Student Mattress Toppers 2024 - University Sleep Guide
Discover the best budget-friendly mattress toppers for students heading to university this autumn. Our expert guide reveals top picks for comfort, support and better sleep during those crucial study years.
Australia's 'Spare Room Tax' Fines Homeowners For Empty Rooms
Australian homeowners are being hit with hefty fines for having empty spare rooms, a controversial policy dubbed the 'spare room tax'. Critics slam the move as a cruel blow during a severe housing shortage.
Foreclosure Crisis Devastates US Tourist Hotspots
A surge in foreclosures is devastating popular tourist destinations in Nevada and Florida, with soaring property taxes and insurance premiums forcing locals out of their homes. Exclusive analysis reveals the human cost of the post-pandemic property boom.
Student, 20, dies in sleep at university after family call
The heartbroken family of Sophie Bruce, a first-year university student, is demanding answers after she tragically passed away in her sleep at her Nottingham Trent University halls, just hours after celebrating her father's 64th birthday.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
RAF families forced into emergency accommodation amid MOD housing crisis
Exclusive: Dozens of RAF service families face housing turmoil as Ministry of Defence properties remain uninhabitable, forcing them into emergency lodging during critical relocation periods.
Low Income Students Face Higher Eating Disorder Risk
Groundbreaking research from the University of Exeter uncovers a stark connection between financial hardship and the prevalence of eating disorders among UK university students, urging a rethink of mental health support systems.
One in Three Brits Believe They'll Never Own a Home
A stark new study reveals a crisis of confidence in homeownership, with a third of UK adults believing they will never own a property, highlighting a generational divide and deep-seated financial anxieties.
Mum of five forced to sleep in car with children
A desperate mother-of-five reveals the harsh reality of NSW's housing crisis as her family is forced to sleep in their car, facing freezing nights and an uncertain future.
Virginia School Suspends Transgender Student Over Bathroom
A Virginia school district has suspended a transgender student for using the boys' bathroom, igniting a fierce debate on student rights, school policies, and LGBTQ+ protections in US schools.
Melbourne Uni Spied on Pro-Palestine Student Protesters
Exclusive: The University of Melbourne faces a major scandal after internal documents reveal covert surveillance operations targeting pro-Palestine student protesters, raising serious questions about academic freedom and student privacy on campus.
Student hospitalised after drinking 18 shots
A university student suffered severe alcohol poisoning after consuming 18 shots in one night, sparking warnings about binge drinking culture.
Music tuition firm leaves pupils and teachers in crisis
A UK-based music tuition company faces backlash as students are left without lessons and teachers unpaid, sparking outrage among parents and educators.
Mum of six lives in 3-bed home with 12 people
A struggling mother of six shares her heartbreaking story of living in cramped conditions with 12 people in a three-bedroom house as the UK housing crisis worsens.
Student admits drug plot to fund education
A university student from a disadvantaged background has pleaded guilty to conspiring to sell drugs in a desperate bid to pay for his studies, revealing the harsh realities of student poverty.
University 'brain drain' threatens smaller UK colleges
Leading UK universities are attracting a disproportionate number of students, leaving lower-ranked institutions struggling to survive. Experts warn of potential mergers or closures as the higher education sector faces a deepening crisis.
Fraudsters Exposed as Owners of Council Houses
A damning investigation reveals fraudsters own council houses meant for vulnerable families, sparking outrage and calls for urgent reform.
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