NYC Homelessness Worsens in Severe Winter
New York City faces escalating homelessness as freezing temperatures and snowstorms strain shelters and outreach services, highlighting a deepening urban crisis.
Category : Property
Trump Policies Drive UK Home Price Surge, Affordability Crisis
Donald Trump's economic policies are contributing to rising UK home prices, exacerbating the affordability crisis for first-time buyers and renters across the country.
Swanley: Affordable Commuter Town Near London
Discover Swanley, a Kent commuter town with houses £235,000 cheaper than London average. Explore its transport links, property prices, and local amenities.
Santander 98% Mortgage for First-Time Buyers
Santander UK introduces a 98% loan-to-value mortgage scheme called 'My First Mortgage' requiring just £10,000 deposit, aimed at helping first-time buyers onto the property ladder.
London Boroughs Ranked Best to Worst for 2026 Living
Property experts reveal the best and worst London boroughs to live in 2026, with Barking and Dagenham ranking last despite affordable housing. Kensington and Chelsea tops the list.
London Office Market Bounces Back Post-Pandemic
London's office leasing surged to 12.1m sq ft in 2025, driven by tech changes and talent competition, despite business anxieties. Rents are rising, but a shortage of new space threatens growth.
Watford Named UK's Worst Town for 2026
Watford in Hertfordshire has been ranked as the UK's worst town for 2026 with a score of 0.5/10, criticised for its 1990s shopping centre while offering canalside walks and Warner Bros. Studio Tour.
Court Battle Over Picasso Art and Farage Davos Link
Sasan Ghandehari faces a legal dispute involving Picasso artworks and connections to Nigel Farage's Davos activities, highlighting art market complexities.
Luigi Mangione State Trial Date Announced
The state trial date for Luigi Mangione has been officially scheduled, marking a significant development in this high-profile US legal proceeding.
258-Home Plan for Vacant Blackheath Sports Site Revealed
Derreb Limited unveils plans for 258 homes on the former Huntsman Sports Club site in Blackheath, vacant since 1998, with public consultation starting next week.
Woolwich's 176-Year-Old Pub Faces Demolition Again
The owner of the derelict Anglesea Arms in Woolwich has submitted new plans to demolish the 176-year-old pub and build seven flats, citing damage from squatters and hazardous electrics.
Digital Rental Applications Spark Privacy Concerns
Renters in Australia face growing data privacy risks as online applications collect sensitive personal information, with experts warning of potential misuse and lack of regulation.
Hackney's Bizarre Planning Decision on Shoreditch Works
Hackney Council's planning committee has created chaos by deferring approval for Shoreditch Works, a popular regeneration scheme with overwhelming public support, citing contradictory and illogical objections.
Watford Named UK's Worst Town in 2026 Survey
A Telegraph survey ranks Watford as Britain's worst town for 2026, scoring just 0.5/10 despite its proximity to London and high property values. Crawley and Luton also feature poorly in the damning assessment of UK urban centres.
Banker Loses £4m Despite Prenup in High Court Case
A High Court ruling slashed a banker's divorce payout by £4m despite a prenuptial agreement, highlighting that financial misconduct during marriage can override such contracts.
UK Banks Fail to Pass Rate Hikes to Savers
UK banks have passed interest rate hikes to mortgage holders but not to savings accounts, sparking criticism and calls for regulatory action.
Capital Gains Tax Discount Debate in Australia
The capital gains tax discount in Australia is under scrutiny as experts debate its impact on house prices, with calls for reform to address affordability issues.
Oregon Supreme Court Ruling on Attorney Shortage
The Oregon Supreme Court has issued a ruling addressing the state's severe attorney shortage, impacting legal services and access to justice.
Mamdani Launches Free Grocery Store in New York
New York politician Zohran Mamdani has initiated a free grocery store project, aiming to combat food insecurity and provide essential supplies to residents in need.
Croydon Council Raises Social Housing Rents by 4.8%
Croydon Council announces a 4.8% rent increase for social housing from April 2026, driven by inflation and new safety laws like Awaab's Law, affecting service charges and parking fees.
Court Ruling Tests UK Data Centre Power Plans
A High Court challenge to a £1bn data centre near the M25 has exposed critical flaws in Britain's energy planning for AI infrastructure, raising questions about power availability.
London Couples' Separate Beds: Duvet Blamed
Sleep scientists reveal the real reason London couples are sleeping apart isn't snoring but poor duvet temperature regulation causing restless nights.
Harrow's 1,000-Home Poets Corner Moves Forward
Harrow Council approves early works for Poets Corner, a 1,058-home development, including demolishing a deteriorating social club, amid concerns over site security and affordable housing levels.
Epstein's Legal Profession Ties Explored
An in-depth look at Jeffrey Epstein's connections within the legal profession, revealing key figures and implications for UK legal ethics and accountability.
Southwark Council's New Repairs Plan Targets Damp and Mould
Southwark Council unveils its Better Repairs Plan featuring new technology and dedicated neighbourhood teams to address serious failings in social housing repairs.
Croydon Housing Model Could Add 6,000 London Homes Yearly
A new report suggests replicating Croydon's suburban development experiment across London could boost annual housing delivery by nearly 6,000 homes through small-scale redevelopment.
Ramsgate Youth Centre Saved After Charity Campaign
Pie Factory Music charity secures future of Ramsgate's last youth centre through Pride in Place funding, highlighting national crisis in youth service provision.
Pirate Ship Home Faces Demolition Over Planning Rules
A father who built a unique pirate ship home on the River Severn without planning permission faces having to tear down his £66,000 creation as council investigates.
Kingston Council Approves 4.8% Rent Rise for Tenants
Kingston Council tenants face average weekly rent increases of £6.75 from April 2026, with hikes up to 4.8% to fund housing projects including estate redevelopment.
North London Victorian Centre Demolition Plan Controversy
Brent Council to decide on controversial plans to demolish a Victorian community centre in Kensal Green, with a social mobility charity proposing a new four-storey training facility.
Page 1 of 27