Hong Kong high-rise fire: 13 arrested, death toll 151
Hong Kong police arrest 13 over deadly Wang Fuk Court fire, with 151 dead and 40 missing. Substandard materials and failed alarms cited in city's worst blaze since 1948.
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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.
Couple save £100k building polystyrene block home
Hannah and Charlie Bird are building their own £190,000 home in Somerset using polystyrene ICF blocks, saving £100,000 and doing 80% of the work themselves. Discover their inspiring self-build journey.
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.
Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Opens After Years of Work
Melbourne's long-awaited Metro Tunnel finally opens, promising to transform the city's transport network. Discover the new stations, service changes, and what it means for your commute.
JPMorgan's £10bn London tower to dwarf The Shard
JPMorgan Chase unveils a landmark £10bn London office tower in Canary Wharf with double The Shard's floor space, signalling a major boost for the UK economy.
Hong Kong tower block fire kills 128, dozens missing
Deadly fire rips through Hong Kong tower blocks wrapped in bamboo scaffolding, killing 128 and leaving 79 injured. Three construction officials arrested for manslaughter.
Hong Kong fire: 94 dead as rescue operations near completion
Rescue operations are almost complete at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po after a devastating fire left 94 dead. Authorities investigate cause as anger grows over safety laws.
Lower Thames Crossing gets £891m funding for 2026 start
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms £891m funding for Lower Thames Crossing, with construction starting in 2026. The 14.5-mile route will feature Britain's longest road tunnel.
Hong Kong fire kills 65, hundreds missing in high-rise blaze
At least 65 people have died and nearly 300 are missing after a devastating fire swept through a Hong Kong residential complex. Police arrest three over suspected manslaughter.
Hong Kong fire: 55 dead, hundreds missing, arrests made
At least 55 people killed and hundreds missing in a devastating Hong Kong high-rise fire. Police arrest three over suspected gross negligence. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, police blame negligence
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills 44 at Wang Fuk Court. Police arrest construction company employees for gross negligence over unsafe scaffolding materials. Latest updates and investigation details.
Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, 279 missing in high-rise blaze
At least 44 people killed in devastating Hong Kong high-rise fire with 279 still missing. Three arrested for manslaughter as unsafe scaffolding blamed for rapid spread.
Hong Kong fire kills dozens in residential tower blocks
A major fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong has claimed dozens of lives, with hundreds missing. The blaze spread rapidly via bamboo scaffolding, raising serious safety questions. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong fire kills 36, bamboo scaffolding blamed
A devastating Hong Kong tower block fire claims 36 lives as bamboo scaffolding accelerates spread. Investigation underway into one of city's deadliest blazes in decades.
NHS PFI Protest: Didcot Health Centre Funding Crisis
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
Residents' fury over luxury penthouse development
Residents of Chiswick Village face daily disruption from a new luxury penthouse development, reporting noise, water leaks, and fire safety fears. Discover the full story.
UK Construction Productivity Stuck in 1990s
A damning report reveals UK construction productivity is lower than in 1997. Decades of under-investment are blamed. Discover the urgent need for modernisation.
Modern Slavery Risk in UK Construction Exposed
Hundreds of UK construction workers face modern slavery risks, with charity helplines receiving nearly 500 calls. Learn about this emerging crisis and what's being done.
Luton's £136m regeneration project begins
A landmark £136 million regeneration project, 'The Stage', is set to transform Luton's town centre with 292 apartments, commercial units, and a new public square. Discover how this investment aims to revitalise the Bedfordshire commuter town.
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.
Crest Nicholson cuts 100 jobs amid profit warning
UK housebuilder Crest Nicholson announces 100 job cuts and profit warning following challenging market conditions and government property tax changes. Full analysis inside.
Housebuilder Chief Calls for Help-to-Buy Revival
Taylor Wimpey CEO Jennie Daly urges government to support first-time buyers and warns against green regulation accumulation. Read the full analysis of the UK property market.
Tasmania approves $1.3bn Hobart stadium project
Tasmanian parliament greenlights contentious Macquarie Point stadium while federal government commits $37m to childcare safety reforms. Read the latest developments.
Italy's Messina Bridge Project Faces Renewed Opposition
Italy's controversial €13.5bn Messina Bridge project faces legal challenges as locals prefer improving public services over the world's longest suspension bridge. Read why Sicilians remain sceptical.
Newly opened Chinese bridge collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed 758-metre bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties reported, but an investigation is underway. Read the latest details.
Boy, 5, dies after wall collapse at golf centre
A five-year-old boy has died after a wall collapsed at a Sidcup golf centre. A six-year-old girl was injured. Police and health and safety officials are investigating.
New China bridge collapses days after opening
Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan province collapses just days after opening. No casualties reported as authorities had closed structure after cracks appeared. Read the full investigation.
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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