South Londoners oppose 29-metre Kingston University building
Kingston residents unite against a proposed 29-metre university tower, citing threats to a village green, schools, and a rare chalk stream. Read the local campaign's fight.
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Trinity Hall Cambridge criticised for private school admissions shift
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, sparks alumni fury by targeting elite private schools for recruitment. Critics warn it abandons potential for privilege. Read the letters of protest.
Cambridge 'Reverse Discrimination' Row Over Private School Bias
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces claims of 'reverse discrimination' for allegedly favouring state school applicants. Critics argue it's unfair, while supporters defend efforts to boost diversity. Explore the heated admissions debate.
UK Construction in Worst Run Since 2008 Crisis
UK construction output contracts for 12th straight month, with housebuilding at its weakest since May 2020. Industry faces deep challenges despite glimmers of optimism. Read the full analysis.
Year-long construction decline jeopardises Labour housing target
The UK construction sector has now declined for a full year, new data reveals, putting Labour's target of 1.5 million new homes by 2030 in serious jeopardy. Read the full analysis.
9 Money Habits of the Wealthy You Can Copy
Discover the nine key financial strategies used by society's richest, from investing over saving to building multiple income streams. Learn how to adopt a wealth mindset today.
Cotswolds row over 'out of place' illuminated palm trees
Locals on England's most picturesque street rage at 'sheer hell' of building work and fairy-lit palms they say belong in Dubai, not the Cotswolds. Read the full story.
Northern university students form societies to preserve identity
As southern students dominate northern campuses, northern undergraduates are creating societies to celebrate their culture and counter stereotypes. Discover how they're reclaiming their identity.
Arizona Supreme Court evacuated over explosive package
The Arizona Supreme Court building in Phoenix was evacuated on Monday after a suspicious package tested positive for explosives. The nearby Department of Education was also cleared. Read the latest updates.
Historic London Golf Club Destroyed in Major Blaze
A devastating fire has completely gutted the historic West Essex Golf Clubhouse near the M25. Over 60 firefighters battled the blaze, with no injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Fire at Historic West Essex Golf Club Near M25
A major fire has torn through the historic West Essex Golf Club in London. Six crews are battling the blaze. All persons are accounted for and no injuries reported. Follow for live updates.
Durham Miners' Hall Reopens After £14m Revamp
Redhills, the historic Durham Miners' Association HQ known as 'Durham's other cathedral', reopens after a £14m restoration. Guided tours are sold out into next year.
Gen Z's big retirement dreams face a planning reality check
A new study reveals Gen Z's ambitious retirement visions of global travel and new hobbies, but a significant knowledge gap in pension planning threatens their future goals. Discover the steps needed to bridge the dream-reality divide.
London Road Closures Jan 2026: Full List
Drivers face major disruption in the Square Mile with multiple road closures in January 2026 due to building and utility works. See the full list and plan your route.
10 Best Learning Holidays in Europe for 2026
Discover unique learning holidays for 2026, from rock climbing in the Peak District to creative writing in Crete. Perfect for skill-building getaways with like-minded travellers.
Hull's Transformation into a Top Travel Destination
Kingston upon Hull, once dubbed a 'c**p town', is now a National Geographic top destination. Discover its cultural gems, maritime history, and why 2026 is the year to visit.
Female Footballers' ACL Injury Risk Under the Microscope
Fulham's Beau Parker faces a second ACL recovery as Kingston University research, backed by FIFA, investigates why women are 2-7 times more susceptible. Discover the findings.
Bank branch closures pause as lenders return to high street
After years of closures, UK banks are reopening branches in a mini high street revival. Nationwide's pledge to keep 696 sites open until 2030 offers relief to customers like those in Northampton.
FBI to Close J Edgar Hoover Building in Washington DC
The FBI announces the permanent closure of its iconic brutalist headquarters in Washington DC. The workforce will move to existing offices, ending a 20-year relocation saga. Read the full story.
US Craftivists: Using Knitting Needles as Political Tools
From Portland ICE protests to fundraising for Gaza, fibre artists across the US are using knitting, embroidery and crochet as powerful tools for political activism and community building. Discover the movement.
No 1 Poultry's Roof Garden to Open Free to Public
The famous postmodernist building in the City of London will undergo a major retrofit and open its rooftop terrace with views of the Bank of England to all visitors for free from autumn 2027.
Comedian urges public to save endangered historic buildings
Comedian Griff Rhys Jones urges the public to nominate threatened historic buildings for the Victorian Society's 'Top Ten Endangered' list. Discover how you can help preserve local heritage.
Organised crime drives UK construction site theft wave
Security firms warn of a sharp rise in organised thefts from UK building sites, with tools and plant equipment targeted. The industry faces a £100m annual bill as the Christmas shutdown looms.
Cowboy builder jailed for 14 years in £1.25m fraud case
Mark Killick, a serial fraudster, conned dozens of families out of over £1.25m for unfinished building work. Read the victims' harrowing stories and how justice was finally served.
Gas Explosion at US Nursing Home Causes Collapse
A major explosion at the Silver Lake healthcare centre in Bristol Township has caused a partial building collapse, with reports of injuries and people trapped. Emergency services are on the scene.
Rogue builder jailed for 14 years over £1.25m fraud
Mark Killick, one of Britain's worst cowboy builders, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for defrauding 37 victims out of over £1.25 million. Read the full shocking story of his scams.
Teen charged with murder after fatal stabbing in Surrey
A 23-year-old man was stabbed to death near a pub on the London-Surrey border. A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder. Police are appealing for information.
Design education pioneer Peter Lloyd-Jones dies aged 92
Peter Lloyd-Jones, who shaped UK design education at Kingston and pioneered TV design courses, has died. Read about his legacy bridging science and art.
Hornsey Town Hall reopens as arts hub after £29m revamp
North London's iconic Hornsey Town Hall reopens as a vibrant arts centre after a major refurbishment. Discover live music, theatre, cinema and more in this modernist landmark.
Brown University Shooting Suspect Arrested
A suspect is in custody following a shooting at Brown University's campus in Providence, Rhode Island. The incident prompted a major police response and campus lockdown. Read the latest details.
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