London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
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Pensioners forced into house-sharing as rents soar
A growing number of over-60s are being forced into house-sharing due to rising rents and inadequate pensions. Discover how Britain's housing crisis is reshaping retirement.
5% Deposit Scheme Sparks Australian Housing Boom
New Australian housing finance data reveals investors are rushing into the market ahead of first home buyer scheme, driving prices upward in what experts call a policy failure.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
New China bridge collapses days after opening
Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan province collapses just days after opening. No casualties reported as authorities had closed structure after cracks appeared. Read the full investigation.
Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
Shocking footage shows moment newly constructed bridge collapses in China's Sichuan province just days after opening. Full investigation underway.
Skilled Labour Crisis Threatens £725bn UK Infrastructure
Britain's £725bn infrastructure investment faces a skilled labour bottleneck. Discover how workforce shortages could impact major projects and which company is positioned to benefit.
Landlord loans surge 17.6% in Australian housing market
New data reveals investor lending has dramatically outpaced first-time buyers, prompting calls for regulatory intervention as housing affordability worsens.
Property investors account for 40% of Australian home loans
Property investors borrowed record $40bn in Australia as landlord loans surge 17.6%, outpacing owner-occupiers. Greens call for urgent credit market intervention.
Former union leader Setka charged with harassment
Former CFMEU Victorian leader John Setka arrested and charged with seven counts of using communications device to menace and harass. Set for January court appearance.
John Tymukas, London Infrastructure Engineer, Dies at 73
Remembering John Tymukas, the structural engineer behind London's Canning Town station and Crossrail. Discover his journey from Australia to the UK and his legacy.
London affordable housing starts plummet 70%
London's affordable housing crisis deepens as new starts drop 70% in six months. Can Sadiq Khan meet revised targets? Read the shocking data.
Hackney man sentenced over dangerous building site
Moses Meisels received a suspended sentence after HSE found serious safety failures at a Hackney synagogue site where a man's body was discovered. Learn more about the case.
Woman reveals 'creepy' reality of abandoned school life
TikTok creator Zayla Ren shares her unique life in an abandoned school, highlighting the pros and cons of property guardianship in the UK's housing market.
Manchester approves UK's tallest skyscraper outside London
Manchester secures planning permission for a monumental £1bn development featuring the tallest skyscraper outside London, set to transform the city's skyline with 1.5 million sq ft of office and retail space.
Sydney's 'Poor Doors' Scandal: Tenants Segregated
Exclusive investigation reveals how residents of 'affordable' apartments in Barangaroo's luxury development are segregated from wealthy neighbours through separate, inferior entrances.
Lambeth approves 900+ council homes amid housing crisis
Lambeth Council greenlights major housing development with 916 new council properties as borough grapples with escalating housing emergency and record numbers in temporary accommodation.
London's Green Giant: 50 Fenchurch Street Redefined
Discover how the reimagined 50 Fenchurch Street is set to become London's most sustainable tall building, blending cutting-edge eco-design with the City's rich architectural heritage.
UK construction sheds workers at fastest rate in 5 years
Britain's construction sector faces its steepest workforce decline in five years as rising costs and falling demand create a perfect storm for the industry.
Kensington's 2,500-home transformation plan
London's most exclusive borough is set for its biggest housing revolution in decades, with 2,500 new homes planned across multiple strategic sites in a major boost for the capital's housing supply.
North London estate lift crisis traps residents
Elderly and disabled residents in a North London housing estate face daily struggles as broken lifts leave them stranded for weeks, sparking outrage and safety concerns.
£51M revamp for 'dull' commuter town begins
A once-overlooked commuter town is undergoing a dramatic £51 million housing transformation that promises to revitalise the area with modern homes and community facilities.
Homes $100k Cheaper With Zoning Reform: Report
A revolutionary study exposes how simple changes to zoning regulations could make Australian homes dramatically more affordable within a decade, offering hope to priced-out buyers.
West London office converted into 159 new homes
A former office building in Brentford is being converted into 159 residential apartments, offering a creative solution to London's housing shortage while preserving local heritage.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
40% of Londoners consider leaving due to housing costs
Shocking new research reveals nearly half of Londoners are planning their exit from the capital as soaring rents and property prices make city life unsustainable for many residents.
Australia's rental crisis: 60% of income spent on housing
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
Europe's Housing Crisis: Time for EU Radical Action
As Europe's housing crisis deepens, The Guardian argues that piecemeal solutions have failed and only EU-wide radical intervention can address this growing emergency affecting millions.
Munich's legendary river wave mysteriously vanishes
The Eisbach river wave, an iconic urban surfing spot in Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following construction work, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and prompting urgent questions about its future.
Young Brits ditch 'forever home' dream for flexibility
A seismic shift in housing attitudes sees millennials and Gen Z prioritising flexibility and experiences over property ownership, reshaping Britain's property landscape.
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