Birmingham train delays after wartime bomb found near line
Major disruption hits Birmingham New Street after a historic mortar device is discovered near the railway. A 100m exclusion zone is in place. Read the latest travel updates.
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Birmingham Train Delays After Wartime Bomb Discovery
A wartime mortar device discovered near Birmingham's railway has caused major disruption, with a 100m exclusion zone and bomb squad deployed. Stay updated on travel delays.
Ukraine's Dancing with the Stars Returns for Heroes
Ukraine's 'Dancing with the Stars' returns for a special episode featuring wartime heroes, with all proceeds aiding rehabilitation. A powerful display of resilience.
Architect Robert Stern, designer of 15 Central Park West, dies
Robert AM Stern, the celebrated US architect behind the iconic 15 Central Park West and the George W Bush library, has passed away at 86. Explore his legacy of postmodern design.
China's Hidden Architectural Revolution 1949-1979
A new exhibition shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing a thrilling world of cave factories, bamboo skyscrapers, and fierce ideological battles over style.
Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture
Explore the iconic Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the visionary architect who reshaped American architecture with bold shapes and unconventional materials. Discover his legacy.
Scotland's Brutalist Beauties: A New Perspective
A new book showcases Scotland's finest Brutalist architecture, revealing the social vision behind the concrete. Discover the buildings that defined a postwar era.
Zelenskyy's top aide Yermak resigns in corruption probe
Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces political upheaval as chief adviser Andriy Yermak resigns amid anti-corruption investigation, potentially altering Ukraine's wartime governance and peace negotiations.
2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards Winners Revealed
Discover the winners of the 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards, celebrating innovative designs from church conversions to sustainable visitor centres. Explore the full list of groundbreaking projects now.
Unearthed WWII Diary Reveals London Blitz Terror
A newly discovered diary from a London housewife provides a poignant, first-hand account of life during the Blitz, detailing bombings, rationing, and the resilience of a family. Read this remarkable story of survival.
Russia's wartime economy slows, taxes rise
Russia's wartime economy slows, forcing the Kremlin to raise VAT and other consumer taxes. Discover the impact on ordinary Russians and the budget deficit.
Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's railway network
Ukraine reports a threefold surge in railway attacks by Russia, causing $1bn in damage and threatening the country's vital logistical backbone. Read the full analysis.
Australia's 2025 Architecture Award Winners Revealed
Explore the groundbreaking projects that claimed top honours at Australia's National Architecture Awards 2025, featuring innovative designs reshaping urban landscapes and community spaces across the continent.
Ukraine's Wartime Tourism: Why Visitors Keep Coming
Discover how Ukraine is welcoming adventurous travellers to its western regions, offering cultural experiences and supporting local economies despite ongoing conflict.
Ukrainian Women: From Wives to Frontline Warriors
As Russia's invasion enters another year, Ukrainian women are transforming traditional roles, becoming soldiers, activists, and community leaders in a nation's fight for survival.
Dig begins for WW2 hero pilot's lost plane after 80 years
A major archaeological excavation is underway to recover the wreckage of a heroic RAF pilot's plane that crashed during a training mission in 1944, offering closure to his family after eight decades.
Wartime feeding method cuts baby allergies
Groundbreaking research from the University of Portsmouth suggests that reviving a World War Two infant feeding practice could dramatically reduce allergy rates in modern babies, offering hope to parents nationwide.
Scotland's Modernist Beach House Masterpiece
Discover the breathtaking modernist beach house perched dramatically on Scotland's coastline, where architectural brilliance meets spectacular natural beauty in Argyll and Bute.
Trump's 'Dictator Bling' White House redesign criticised
Leading architecture critics condemn Donald Trump's lavish White House ballroom redesign as 'authoritarian kitsch' that signals a dangerous shift toward autocratic aesthetics in American democracy.
RIBA confirms move from London to East Sussex
The Royal Institute of British Architects announces dramatic move from its prestigious London headquarters to rural East Sussex, marking the most significant change in its 190-year history.
Appleby Almshouse wins 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize
A transformative social housing project in Cambridge has won the prestigious 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize, redefining affordable living through exceptional architecture and community-focused design.
Radical retirement complex wins UK's top architecture prize
Discover the revolutionary retirement community that's redefining senior living in Britain, beating iconic projects like Big Ben's restoration to win the prestigious Stirling Prize for architecture.
Nazi bunker converted to home fails to sell
A chilling piece of wartime history on Guernsey, originally constructed as a Nazi communications bunker using forced labour, has failed to find a buyer despite being converted into a unique three-bedroom property with a £1.7 million price tag.
Nazi bunker transformed into luxury Hamburg hotel
Discover how a former Nazi communications bunker in Hamburg has been miraculously transformed into a luxurious four-star hotel, blending dark history with contemporary design and sustainable tourism.
Denver Neighbourhood Fury Over 'Prison-Like' Modern Home
Residents in a prestigious Denver suburb are up in arms over a starkly modern new-build property they claim resembles a 'prison' or 'warehouse' and threatens to destroy their community's traditional character.
Caribbean workers' vital WWII contribution revealed
A groundbreaking new documentary reveals how thousands of Caribbean workers played a crucial role in Allied victory during World War II, a story largely overlooked by history books.
Record-breaking skyscraper planned for London's Square Mile
A monumental new skyscraper planned for London's financial district promises to become the tallest building in the Square Mile, marking a bold new chapter for the City's architectural landscape.
Jewel-like London skyscraper gets planning approval
A spectacular new 17-storey skyscraper dubbed the 'Jewel Tower' has received planning permission in the City of London, promising to become a shimmering new landmark with its faceted glass design and premium office spaces.
Buxton: Britain's Perfect Bath Alternative
Escape the crowds and discover Buxton - Derbyshire's stunning spa town offering Georgian architecture, thermal springs, and Peak District adventures without the tourist masses of Bath.
Seville's Historic Centre Transformed into Pedestrian Paradise
Discover how Seville's radical urban makeover has transformed its historic centre into a pedestrian paradise, blending ancient architecture with sustainable living.
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