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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Labour MPs revive Tribune to challenge Reform party
In a dramatic political move, Labour MPs are resurrecting the legendary Tribune group to counter the growing threat from Nigel Farage's Reform party, signalling a major shift in Westminster's power dynamics.
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.
Eddie Marsan attacks acting class divide
Acclaimed actor Eddie Marsan condemns British TV and film industry's obsession with upper-class actors taking working-class roles, calling it 'cultural appropriation'.
Business Leaders Demand Long-Term Growth in Budget
Leading business groups unite in calling for Jeremy Hunt's upcoming budget to prioritise sustainable economic prosperity through strategic investment and business-friendly policies.
Mum uses airport PA to board eight planes amid chaos
A resourceful mother took control of a crowded airport's PA system when staff shortages caused boarding chaos, successfully organising passengers for multiple flights in a viral travel triumph.
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.
Manslaughter probe after worker dies at Roman Tower site
Exclusive: Health and Safety Executive launches corporate manslaughter investigation after construction worker dies at Chester's controversial Roman Tower development site, raising urgent safety concerns.
Dutch Chip Blockade Threatens Car Factory Shutdowns
The Netherlands blocks China's Nexperia from acquiring Nowi, triggering a semiconductor crisis that could paralyse European car manufacturing and escalate global tech tensions.
Bali's Kelingking Beach gets controversial lift installation
The dramatic cliffside beauty of Bali's Kelingking Beach is set for a major accessibility overhaul as construction begins on a controversial new lift system, sparking debate between tourism development and environmental preservation.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
Emergency crews battled through the night to rescue a construction worker trapped beneath rubble after a medieval bell tower collapse in Italy.
Worker rescued after 11 hours in medieval tower collapse
Emergency crews pull construction worker from rubble of collapsed 14th-century tower in dramatic overnight operation after 11 hours trapped beneath medieval stonework.
Ancient Rome Tower Collapse Injures Workers Near Colosseum
A 13th-century medieval tower unexpectedly collapsed near Rome's iconic Colosseum, leaving construction workers injured and raising serious questions about heritage site safety protocols.
Scissor Lift Joyride: Two Arrested in London
Two men have been arrested after taking a scissor lift on an unauthorised joyride through central London, reaching speeds of just 6mph in a bizarre late-night incident that brought early morning traffic to a standstill.
Hollywood's Worst Box Office Month in 30 Years
Cinema industry faces unprecedented crisis as October 2025 box office revenues collapse to levels not seen since the early 1990s, raising serious questions about the future of theatrical releases.
Australia's Teacher Crisis: Shortest Shortage, Longest Problem
Australia faces a paradoxical education crisis where teacher shortages are simultaneously described as both the shortest and longest in the world, revealing deep systemic issues in the education sector.
Mammoth Christian monument rises near Birmingham
Construction begins on Britain's largest Christian monument - a 52-metre 'Prayer' sculpture overlooking Birmingham that's set to become a major pilgrimage site and tourist attraction by 2026.
Australia's regional schools hit hardest by teacher shortage crisis
New data reveals Australia's teacher shortage has reached critical levels, with disadvantaged and regional schools bearing the brunt of the staffing crisis affecting classrooms nationwide.
London Tunnel Collapse Nearly Destroyed Elizabeth Line
Exclusive investigation reveals how a massive tunnel collapse threatened to destroy London's newest railway line during construction, with terrifying footage showing the moment engineers faced disaster.
World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build
After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.
Katie Miller's Podcast Meltdown Exposed
An explosive behind-the-scenes look at how Katie Miller's popular podcast series descended into chaos, revealing the pressures and pitfalls of digital media stardom.
Tom Fletcher: McFly's Secret Struggle Revealed
McFly star Tom Fletcher opens up about the band's hidden battles with mental health, creative differences, and how they nearly lost everything before their triumphant comeback.
London bus timetable changes hit multiple routes
Commuters face disruption as Transport for London implements temporary bus timetable changes across several key routes due to ongoing driver shortages and operational challenges.
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