Beckhams in planning row over Cotswolds home
David and Victoria Beckham face neighbour fury over 30+ planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds property. Locals accuse them of 'abusing' the system. Read the full story.
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Neighbours attack Beckhams over planning applications
David and Victoria Beckham face local fury over more than 30 planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds home, accused of 'abusing' the system. Discover the full story.
Default Yes for Homes Near Train Stations
New planning rules will give a 'default yes' to housing developments within a 15-minute walk of train stations, including green belt land, as the government pushes to build 1.5 million homes.
Milton Keynes: UK's Misunderstood American-Style City
A Milton Keynes resident defends the city's 'soulless' reputation, revealing why its futuristic design and tech focus make it an amazing place to live. Discover the real MK.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Mega-Shed Planning Row Divides Kent Village
A massive 18ft 'mega-shed' has become the centre of a bitter planning dispute in a Kent village, with furious neighbours branding it a 'monstrous eyesore' that's destroying their rural views and privacy.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Rugby clubhouse converted to mosque despite objections
A former rugby clubhouse in Greater Manchester has been officially converted into a mosque despite significant local opposition and concerns about parking and traffic in the residential area.
Wealthy suburbs create 'luxury effect' for wildlife
Groundbreaking research reveals how affluent neighbourhoods are creating urban oases for plants and animals through the 'luxury effect' - but is this deepening environmental inequality across our cities?
Poundbury residents revolt against King Charles's town rules
Exclusive investigation reveals growing discontent in the King's visionary Dorset town as locals complain of restrictive covenants, poor design quality, and feeling like 'exhibits in a museum' rather than a living community.
Indonesia's $35bn New Capital: Nusantara Explained
Discover how Indonesia is racing against time to construct its new political capital Nusantara, a $35 billion sustainable metropolis designed to replace sinking Jakarta by 2045.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Neighbour planning row over 'monstrous' house extension
A Warwickshire couple's dream home extension has turned into a neighbourly nightmare as their ambitious build faces fierce opposition and council scrutiny over its imposing size and design.
Nicole Kidman on daughters' bond after Keith Urban split
Hollywood icon Nicole Kidman reveals the emotional journey of raising her two daughters amid family changes and how they've forged their own unique dynamic.
Bungalow war over noisy hot tub sex parties erupts
A peaceful neighbourhood descends into chaos as residents battle over late-night hot tub parties, noise complaints, and controversial garden developments in this suburban dispute.
Australian Superannuation Balances Hit Record High
Australian workers' retirement savings have hit unprecedented levels, with average super balances reaching new heights. Discover how this financial milestone impacts your golden years and what challenges lie ahead.
Most Americans Ignoring Social Security Advice
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of Americans are disregarding crucial Social Security guidance, potentially costing them thousands in retirement income. Discover why people are tuning out and what experts say you should really do.
Packer's Kings Cross luxury tower faces political firestorm
James Packer's proposed $500 million luxury apartment development in Sydney's Kings Cross meets fierce resistance, with former PM Paul Keating joining heritage advocates in challenging the controversial project.
Nicole Kidman's rare family outing with Keith Urban and daughters
Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and country music star Keith Urban were spotted enjoying a rare family day out in Sydney with their two teenage daughters, Sunday and Faith, offering a glimpse into their closely guarded private life.
Environmental groups launch major campaign against Planning Bill
Environmental organisations launch unprecedented campaign against new planning legislation, warning it threatens vital protections for nature and green spaces across England.
Portland's twin crises: Housing costs and drugs drive exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals how Portland, Oregon's celebrated liberal policies have backfired, creating a perfect storm of unaffordable housing and rampant drug use that's driving residents away.
Westminster neighbour war over five-bedroom house extension
A Westminster homeowner's controversial five-bedroom property extension has neighbours up in arms over planning permission disputes and neighbourhood tensions in one of London's most prestigious areas.
In-Laws Sabotaged Our Wedding With Shocking Demands
A bride reveals how her dream wedding turned into a nightmare when her future in-laws hijacked the ceremony with their shocking last-minute conditions.
McDonald's Newtown Plan Sparks Community Backlash
Fast-food giant McDonald's encounters fierce community resistance as it seeks approval for a new outlet in Sydney's bohemian Newtown neighbourhood, sparking debates about local character and corporate expansion.
Labour's planning bill threatens England's nature
The Labour government's controversial planning reforms threaten to concrete over England's countryside while failing to deliver genuinely affordable housing. Exclusive analysis reveals the environmental cost of rushed development.
Khan fast-tracks Oxford Street pedestrianisation plan
London Mayor Sadiq Khan fast-tracks ambitious plans to transform Oxford Street into a pedestrian-first zone, potentially beginning transformation as early as next year ahead of local elections.
Nashville's Walking Revolution Transforms City Life
Discover how Nashville, Tennessee is embracing pedestrian-friendly initiatives that are reshaping city life, improving community wellbeing and creating more walkable neighbourhoods.
Boston supermarket fury: Council accused of 'communist' tactics
Lincolnshire residents erupt in anger as council officials push through controversial supermarket development, with locals comparing the heavy-handed approach to Soviet-era planning methods.
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