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.
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London's Best Winter Walk Ends at Cosy Historic Pub
Discover the perfect North London winter walk from Highgate to Hampstead Heath, crowned number one by experts. The scenic route ends at a brilliant 18th-century pub. Plan your afternoon adventure now.
Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls
Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.
Deutsche Bank signs major Canary Wharf office deal
Deutsche Bank secures a major 250,000 sq ft lease in Canary Wharf's YY building, signalling a strong revival for the Docklands office market. Read the full details of this landmark deal.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
Appeal for 43-storey tower near Bevis Marks withdrawn
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
First 3 tenants revealed for restored Sicilian Avenue
An indie café, a luxury massage parlour and a Japanese teashop are the first new tenants announced for the historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn, following its five-year, £245 million restoration. Discover the new Bloomsbury hotspot.
Regulators Scrap Rulebook to Boost Building Societies
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
Fantasy House Hunt: UK Homes with Exposed Beams
Explore five unique UK properties for sale, from a converted windmill to a rose-coloured cottage, all featuring beautiful exposed beams. Discover their history and charm.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Edible gifts strengthen community bonds across the UK
Across the UK, a grassroots movement of sharing homemade food is quietly building social connections and combating loneliness. Discover how this gentle trade is fostering community spirit.
Historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn reopens with new shops
London's iconic Grade II-listed Sicilian Avenue reopens after a five-year restoration. Discover the first three new businesses moving in, from coffee to Japanese tea.
£500k Historic Army Sketches Destroyed in Van Fire
A collection of 1,700 irreplaceable military drawings, valued at £500,000, was lost after a van was stolen in Livingston and set ablaze. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Guardian launches 'Building Power' initiative in the US
The Guardian unveils 'Building Power', a major US initiative to strengthen investigative journalism and community reporting. Discover how this project will reshape news coverage.
Mad Men 4K Restoration on HBO Max Has Major Goofs
HBO Max's new 4K restoration of Mad Men contains bizarre mistakes, including visible crew members and episodes out of order. Discover the streaming blunders here.
New Wetherspoon pub opens in Croydon's historic Coombe Lodge
Croydon is set to welcome a grand new Wetherspoons pub in a Grade II listed 1760s building just in time for Christmas. Discover the details of this major expansion.
Ex-loggers help save critically endangered cotton-top tamarins
In Colombia's vanishing dry forests, a unique team of ex-loggers and conservationists is fighting to restore habitat for the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin, with fewer than 7,500 left in the wild.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
The 3,000 Unsung Heroes Who Built the Empire State Building
A new book reveals the forgotten stories of the 3,000 daredevil workers who built the Empire State Building in just 13 months, defying death daily. Discover their history.
SA's Oyster Shell Recycling Fights Toxic Algal Blooms
South Australians are urged to eat local oysters and donate shells for reef restoration. The innovative project uses shrimp soundtracks to lure baby oysters, filtering water and combating devastating algal blooms.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146, 100 missing
Death toll in Hong Kong apartment complex fire reaches 146 as investigators continue searching burned buildings. 100 people remain unaccounted for in city's deadliest blaze in 75 years.
Battle to Save Milton Keynes' The Point Cinema
Milton Keynes council battles developers to preserve The Point, the UK's first US-style multiplex cinema. Historic 1980s landmark faces demolition threat despite community campaigns.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146, 100 missing
The death toll from the Wang Fuk Court apartment fire in Hong Kong has climbed to 146, with 100 people still unaccounted for. Authorities investigate potential fire code violations as public anger grows. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong residents demand answers after deadly tower blaze
Survivors of Hong Kong's devastating tower fire face unimaginable loss as anger grows over safety standards and government response. Read the full investigation.
Hong Kong fire kills 128, hundreds missing
A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong has killed at least 128 people, with 200 missing. Questions mount over safety standards and alleged corruption in the construction sector.
JP Morgan's Canary Wharf to be UK's largest office
JP Morgan Chase announces a massive 3 million sq ft tower in Canary Wharf, set to become Britain's biggest office block and house 12,000 workers. Discover how this £1bn economic boost will reshape London's skyline.
Hong Kong fire: 83 dead, survivors recount horror
Eyewitness accounts from the deadly Hong Kong tower block blaze that killed 83. Discover how the community is coping and why construction bosses were arrested.
Hong Kong fire kills 55, police cite negligence
A devastating fire in Hong Kong residential towers has claimed at least 55 lives, with over 250 people still missing. Police point to 'gross negligence' as the community rallies to support survivors.
Croydon Minster's historic grounds set for revamp
Croydon Minster's forecourt is undergoing a major regeneration, removing a notorious subway and creating a safer, greener public space. Discover the plans for this historic landmark.
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