House sitter saves £12k a year on rent and bills
Emma Truscott ditched rent and bills for a nomadic life, saving £12,000 annually as a full-time house sitter. She reveals her 2025 expenses and why she has no plans to stop.
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Kensington community groups offered space under A40
Community groups in a deprived part of Kensington face being moved to units under the Westway as part of a major 2,500-home redevelopment plan. Locals say they are being 'treated with contempt'.
Salary needed to buy a house in every London borough
Exclusive data reveals the stark income required to purchase a home across London's boroughs in 2026, from £199,300 in Kensington to £59,600 in Barking.
Poon's Somerset House: A Wholesome Chinese Dining Haven
Discover Poon's at Somerset House, Amy Poon's elegant Chinese restaurant offering light, delicate cooking in a stunning feng shui-designed space. Book now for the unmissable tofu dip.
UK house prices fell unexpectedly in December, says Nationwide
UK house prices fell 0.4% in December to £271,068, defying forecasts of a rise. Annual growth slowed to 0.6%, the weakest in over 18 months. Read the full analysis.
House Prices Resilient in 2025, Says Nationwide
UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, with Nationwide forecasting 2-4% growth for 2026. Discover the key market drivers and expert insights.
400 Blackpool Homes Face Demolition in £90m Regeneration
Up to 400 homes in central Blackpool will be bulldozed next summer under a £90m levelling up scheme, displacing hundreds of vulnerable residents. Critics call it a 'mass dispersion'. Read the full story.
House prices slump around London as northern markets rise
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
Plymouth house prices rise 12.6%, fastest in UK
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.
West London's 2026 Housing Surge: Major Projects Approved
Kensington and Chelsea gears up for a transformative 2026 with thousands of new homes approved, including Earl's Court and Kensal Canalside. Discover the key developments shaping West London.
Toxic soil found at hundreds of Detroit demolition sites
Hundreds of Detroit home demolition sites may be contaminated with toxic chemicals like lead and asbestos, creating a public health threat. Experts warn of mismanagement.
Mother and two children die in Boxing Day house fire
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. The father, a police officer, escaped. Read the latest on this heartbreaking tragedy.
Dan Cruickshank's 'The English House' History Review
Architecture historian Dan Cruickshank's new book explores eight English houses from 1700s-1900s, revealing the human stories within their walls. Discover the history beyond bricks and mortar.
Child dies in Kent house fire, investigation ongoing
A child has died and another is in hospital after a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Six fire engines attended the intense blaze. Read the latest updates.
2025's US House Censure Wave: A Record Year
A look back at the US House of Representatives' unprecedented year of censure attempts in 2025, featuring clashes over Trump, Musk, and racial slurs. Discover the political fallout.
London's Two-Speed Property Market: Prime Areas Slump
London house prices are falling in half its boroughs, with prime areas like Kensington hit hardest. Discover the data and political drivers behind the capital's property divide.
Major East Jerusalem Demolition Leaves 100 Homeless
Israeli diggers demolish a large residential block in Silwan, East Jerusalem, as Israel's security cabinet approves 19 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. Read the full report.
Win a £5m North London House for Just £15
A stunning £5 million four-bedroom house in North West London could be yours for just £15. Enter the Omaze prize draw supporting Alzheimer's Society before January 25.
Taliban tears down historic Ariana Cinema in Kabul
The Taliban has demolished Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a symbol of Afghanistan's cultural history. See the images and understand the impact of this erasure.
London's oldest children's hospice shuts before Christmas
Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
Win a £5m London house in Omaze's latest prize draw
Enter Omaze's latest draw for a chance to win a spectacular £5 million four-bed house in Queens Park, London, plus £250,000 in cash. Entries from £15 support Alzheimer's Society.
Trump adds critical plaques to Obama and Biden White House portraits
Donald Trump has installed new, highly critical plaques beneath the official portraits of his predecessors, Joe Biden and Barack Obama, as part of sweeping changes to the presidential residence. Discover the controversial details.
Trump Admin: White House Ballroom a National Security Matter
The Trump administration argues a new White House ballroom is vital for national security, responding to a lawsuit aiming to halt the $300m project. Read the latest legal clash.
East Midlands Overtakes London in House Price Growth
New analysis reveals the East Midlands is set for 94% house price growth, surpassing London. Discover the top investment spots like Nottingham and Derby.
Rowans Bowling Alley threatened by 190-home Haringey plan
Haringey Council's draft plan proposes a 190-home development on the site of the iconic Rowans Tenpin Bowl in Finsbury Park. The public consultation ends December 19.
White House Chief Usher's 37-Year Memoir Revealed
Exclusive insights from Gary Walters, the longest-serving White House chief usher, on serving seven presidents, state dinners, and the day of 9/11. Discover the untold stories.
House Prices Hit Record High as Annual Growth Slows
UK house prices reached a new record high in November, but annual growth slowed to its weakest rate since March 2024. Experts cite budget uncertainty and affordability hurdles.
UK House Prices Stagnate, Retail Spending Weak in November
Halifax reports UK house prices were flat in November, while BDO data shows weak in-store sales growth. Affordability for first-time buyers hits strongest level since 2015. Read the full analysis.
Trump swaps architect on $300m White House ballroom project
President Trump has replaced the architect for his controversial $300m White House ballroom project. The move follows the demolition of the East Wing and disagreements over the design.
Fire-risk Camberwell tower block to be demolished
A 1960s tower block in Camberwell, deemed a substantial fire risk, will be demolished. Southwark Council plans new council homes for the site. Read the full story.
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