£151m approved to fix London housing estates
The City of London Corporation has approved over £151 million to refurbish its housing estates. The 10-year plan aims to tackle issues like damp, mould, and disrepair in homes across the capital.
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Tourists among 25 killed in Goa nightclub fire
A devastating fire at a popular nightclub in Goa has claimed at least 25 lives, including tourists. The blaze broke out around midnight at the Birch by Romeo Lane venue in Arpora. Read the latest updates on this tragedy.
Elderly woman killed in Fazakerley hit-and-run
An 81-year-old woman died after a hit-and-run in Liverpool. Police appeal for driver and dashcam footage. Call 0151 777 5747 with information.
Woman, 61, arrested for murder after crossbow death
A man in his 50s was found dead in Haverhill, Suffolk, after being shot with a crossbow. A 61-year-old woman known to him has been arrested and bailed. Police are appealing for information.
School bus roof ripped off in Lancashire bridge strike
Several children injured after a double-decker school bus struck a bridge in Coppull, Lancashire. Eight treated for minor injuries. Full details on the incident and response.
Kiffin's $91m LSU move from Ole Miss sparks criticism
Lane Kiffin calls leaving playoff-bound Ole Miss for LSU 'excruciating'. The $91m deal makes him college football's No. 2 earner. Read the full story on the controversial coaching switch.
Girl, 16-18, killed in Tadcaster minibus crash
A teenage girl has died after a minibus carrying nine teenagers collided with a car on a rural Yorkshire road. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Brick Lane development threatens Banglatown heritage
Plans for 44 homes and offices at Truman Brewery site face fierce opposition from Tower Hamlets Council and local campaigners who fear it will destroy area's Bangladeshi community. Final decision expected next month.
Housebuilding in England falls to 9-year low
England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?
£20k reward for Range Rover info in murder case
Police offer £20,000 reward for information about distinctive Range Rover linked to 2022 shooting of Camilo Palacio in North London. Anonymous tips welcomed.
New 1,300-home neighbourhood planned for Dagenham
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
London's affordable housing figures face 'trench digging' probe
Sadiq Khan urged to investigate claims GLA officials told developers to dig trenches to artificially boost affordable housing start numbers. Read the full story.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans
Birmingham City FC unveils plans for a new 62,000-capacity stadium with a retractable roof and 12 chimneys, set to be the UK's 8th largest. A landmark for the city's ambition.
Massive NT Solar Farm for AI Power Faces Environmental Scrutiny
SunCable's proposed 50,000ha solar development in the Barkly region could power AI data centres but faces concerns over bilby habitat destruction and local energy justice. Read more.
Woolwich housing expansion sparks temple concerns
Greenwich Council approves 75 additional homes in Woolwich development. Local Sikh temple raises fire safety and noise complaint fears. Read the latest community impact analysis.
Wimbledon expansion faces new legal challenge
Wimbledon's plans to build 39 new grass courts hit a major hurdle as residents win the right to a judicial review. Discover the latest in this David vs Goliath planning battle.
Earl's Court 4,000-home development set for approval
Hammersmith and Fulham Council recommended to approve first phase of £10bn Earl's Court regeneration, delivering 4,000 homes and 12,000 jobs in West London.
Arsenal's Visit Rwanda sponsorship ends after backlash
Arsenal FC confirms its controversial £10m-a-year sponsorship with Visit Rwanda will terminate in June 2025 following criticism over Rwanda's alleged support for M23 militia.
245 new homes planned for Tower Hamlets site
Planning permission granted for two new tower blocks with 245 homes in Spitalfields, London's most gentrified area. The development includes social rent homes amid ongoing community concerns.
South London road safety petition after hump removal
Over 600 Bromley residents demand traffic calming measures after speed humps were removed from Hawes Lane near three schools. Campaigners report dangerous speeding on the resurfaced road.
21,000-home Enfield Green Belt plan faces local fury
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
Princess of Wales Urges Business Leaders on Early Years
The Princess of Wales delivered a powerful speech urging businesses to invest in early childhood development, highlighting the £45.5bn national benefit and the critical role of human skills in an AI age.
63 New Flats for Former Catford Police Station
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
Bayes Executive MBA Helps Banker Reinvent Career
Discover how Isaac Phang's Executive MBA at Bayes Business School propelled him from Associate Director to Regional COO at HSBC while balancing family life. Learn how this transformation happened.
Balancing Motherhood and an Executive MBA: Student Guide
Executive MBA student Rachel Knox shares her inspiring journey of balancing postgraduate studies at Bayes with pregnancy and motherhood. Discover her 7 key strategies for success.
Bhutan PM: West must cut emissions for happiness
Bhutan's Prime Minister reveals how his carbon-negative nation prioritises wellbeing over GDP and calls on wealthy western countries to fulfil their climate obligations.
Vacant West London office to become 45-bed care home
A vacant 1980s office building in Hammersmith is set to be refurbished into a 45-bed care home after receiving unanimous planning approval. Read about the new facility for older people.
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.
40,000 New Homes Planned on UK Railway Land
Network Rail launches Platform4 to transform old railway sidings and yards into 40,000 new homes and commercial spaces across 47 towns and cities, creating transit-linked communities.
NRL's R360 Sparks Rugby Union Talent Drain
The NRL's revolutionary R360 program threatens to accelerate rugby union's talent drain to league. Could this reshape both codes' futures? Read the analysis.
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