Santa Monica's bold revival plan amid urban crisis
Santa Monica faces unprecedented challenges with empty shops, safety concerns and financial distress. Discover the city manager's bold plan to revive this iconic beach destination.
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Cat-Inspired Tip to Stay Warm Working From Home
As the UK faces a severe cold snap, discover a simple, cat-like trick to stay warm while working from home without increasing your energy bills. Stay cosy and save money.
Heat pump homes ease grid strain, Birmingham study shows
New research reveals all-electric homes with heat pumps use significantly less energy than expected, reducing pressure on the UK grid. Discover how these findings support green housing.
Camden's Euston plan: 2500 homes and £41bn boost
Camden Council unveils a 'once-in-century' plan to transform Euston with 2,500 new homes, 34,000 jobs, and a £41 billion economic boost by 2053. Discover the vision.
£2,500 Heat Pump Grants Expanded for UK Homes
The government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme now includes £2,500 grants for air-to-air heat pumps and heat batteries, cutting installation costs for flats and small homes. Learn how to apply.
London's £20bn driverless Tube plan faces major hurdles
Sadiq Khan warns automating just three Tube lines could cost £20bn as experts debate feasibility of driverless trains on London's complex network. Discover the future of urban transport.
Melbourne's skyscraper peregrine chicks take flight
Three peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged from their nest atop a Melbourne skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before soaring on its second attempt. Watch their journey!
Wild parrots thrive in Los Angeles, aiding conservation
Red-crowned parrots, once exotic pets, now form thriving feral colonies across Los Angeles. Scientists study their surprising adaptation and potential role in saving endangered native populations.
Labour's green subsidy cuts risk higher energy bills
Government plans to scale back heat pump and insulation subsidies could leave households facing permanently expensive energy bills, undermining long-term cost savings.
The Grim Conformism of Pavement Vigilantes
Exploring how self-appointed pavement enforcers are creating hostile streetscapes. Discover the psychological drivers behind this troubling urban phenomenon.
Sydney's £27m Nightlife Revival After Lockout Laws
Sydney's ambitious £27m nightlife revival faces generational habits and economic pressures. Can policy overcome the legacy of lockout laws that cost £16bn annually?
Learning to Handle World's Most Venomous Snakes
Exclusive look at Australia's growing snake handling industry as urban expansion increases human-reptile encounters. Discover why more people are learning venomous snake wrangling.
Liberal Party's Net Zero Reversal Sparks Rebellion
Former Liberal MPs warn that abandoning net zero commitments could prove catastrophic for the party's prospects in urban seats. Read the full analysis of the internal crisis.
London: Housing and Nature Can Coexist, Says GLA
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
Heat pump subsidies cut in Reeves budget energy plan
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to restrict heat pump subsidies to benefit claimants only, aiming to lower energy bills amid cost of living concerns driving voters to Reform UK.
Haiti's Gangs and Climate Crisis Force Mass Displacement
As gang violence and climate collapse converge, over 1.4 million Haitians have fled their homes. Explore the human cost of this escalating humanitarian emergency.
WWE icons remember Eddie Guerrero 20 years on
WWE legends share emotional stories about Eddie Guerrero's legacy two decades after his sudden death at 38. Discover how Latino Heat continues inspiring wrestling today.
Berlin reverses green transport policies amid protests
Berlin's new conservative government slashes cycling and pedestrian funding while prioritising cars, triggering climate protests and dividing communities over urban mobility.
Peter Archer's legacy in housing and community regeneration
Discover how Peter Archer revolutionised housing for the elderly and disabled, transforming communities from Bristol to New Delhi. Learn about his enduring impact on urban regeneration.
Spoelstra's Fiery Rant After Miami Heat Home Loss
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra unleashes explosive post-game tirade following disappointing home loss, questioning team's competitive fire and demanding immediate improvement.
First pictures of Peckham Hill Street's dramatic makeover
Exclusive photos reveal the stunning metamorphosis of Peckham Hill Street as a major regeneration project breathes new life into this South London neighbourhood, creating vibrant community spaces and enhanced pedestrian areas.
Masked youths attack police with fireworks in UK cities
Shocking scenes across multiple UK cities as organised groups of masked youths attack police with fireworks and set vehicles ablaze in coordinated nighttime violence.
Brits buy more EVs and heat pumps despite net zero criticism
Despite political attacks on net zero policies, new data reveals British households are embracing green technology at record rates, with soaring sales of electric vehicles, heat pumps and solar panels.
Neighbour's poor insulation pushing up your energy bills
Groundbreaking research reveals how heat loss from neighbouring properties is driving up energy costs for entire streets, with poorly insulated homes creating a 'domino effect' of higher bills.
Brits keep buying EVs and heat pumps despite political attacks
New analysis reveals UK households are continuing to invest in electric vehicles, solar panels and heat pumps even as political support wavers and public polling dips.
Pavement Vigilante Shames Britain's Worst Pedestrians
Meet the anonymous campaigner shaming phone-zombies and pavement-hoggers across UK cities. Discover how one person's mission is forcing Britain to confront its terrible walking etiquette.
New York 2025 Mayoral Election: City Decides Its Future
As New Yorkers cast their votes in the crucial 2025 mayoral election, discover how the results will reshape America's largest city and what it means for urban governance worldwide.
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.
New York City Elects New Mayor in 2025 Election
New Yorkers have cast their decisive votes in the 2025 mayoral election, choosing new leadership to guide America's largest city through critical challenges ahead.
Britain Set to Lead Electric Air Taxi Revolution
UK aerospace sector is positioned to dominate the emerging electric air taxi market, creating thousands of jobs and transforming urban mobility with revolutionary zero-emission aircraft.
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