Worker dies in freezing conditions at Cortina Olympic site
A 55-year-old security guard has died during a freezing shift at a construction site near a 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic venue. Italy's minister demands a full investigation.
A 55-year-old security guard has died during a freezing shift at a construction site near a 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic venue. Italy's minister demands a full investigation.
Lindsey Vonn, 41, claims her 84th World Cup win in Austria, leading the standings and becoming the clear favourite for the Winter Olympics. Read the full story.
US snowboard star Chloe Kim dislocates shoulder in training, casting doubt on her historic bid for a third consecutive Olympic gold medal at Milano Cortina 2026.
David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley is being restored as a heritage site and creative hub for young people, with a £500k grant secured. Opening planned for late 2027.
Amber Glenn reclaimed the US women's short program record with 83.05 points, edging out world champion Alysa Liu. The national championships are the final Olympic team selection event.
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.
The FCA has fined two former Carillion directors over £370,000 for failing to alert investors to serious financial problems before the firm's 2018 collapse. Read the full details.
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.
IIHF president confirms Olympic ice hockey arenas may not be fully ready for Milan-Cortina 2026, with reduced seating and NHL concerns over ice quality and dimensions. Read the latest updates.
An activist hacker has breached and deleted the WhiteDate site, leaking thousands of user profiles. Data reveals members across the US, UK, and Europe. Read the full investigation.
Aerial skier Reilly Flanagan and cross-country skier Hannah Price represent Australia's underdog spirit in a last-ditch effort to qualify for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
Dive into the answers for this week's brain-teasing Saturday quiz, covering topics from British history to Olympic sports and chart-topping music. How many did you get right?
Ice hockey's biggest stars, including Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the NHL ends its 12-year hiatus. Discover the teams aiming for gold.
How 22,000 trees and nature's hidden networks transformed a Derbyshire wasteland into a vibrant wildlife haven. Discover the remarkable story of environmental recovery.
A 39-year-old man faces charges for allegedly trespassing twice on the grounds of Kensington Palace, the occasional home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Read the full police statement.
Mexican authorities seize dozens of high-value motorcycles in the hunt for Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list. A $15m reward is offered.
A railroad worker killed and dozens injured after two tourist trains collide near the ancient Inca site. Services suspended as investigation begins.
New data reveals London's severe construction skills shortage is delaying new builds and forcing buyers to older homes. Discover the impact on the capital's housing targets.
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.
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.
Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are reportedly set to be knighted and made a dame in the King's New Year Honours, nearly 50 years after their iconic gold medal win. Read the full story.
Asylum seekers in Croydon are learning vital construction skills to gain employment and leave temporary hotel accommodation. A local initiative provides training and qualifications, fostering integration and hope.
A community workshop in Mitcham is helping asylum seekers escape hotel isolation by teaching construction skills and offering a path to employment. Discover how this initiative is building futures.
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.
Lloyds Bank reports a 10-point rise in business confidence by end-2025, with construction sector optimism hitting a yearly high. Discover the mixed economic signals and hiring trends.
World Triathlon and the PTO forge a historic alliance, creating a new Triathlon World Tour and targeting inclusion of the T100 long-distance event in the Olympic programme as soon as the 2032 Brisbane Games.
Coastal rowing, a dynamic new discipline inspired by surf and beach sports, has been officially added to the programme for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Discover how this exciting format will change the sport.
Lindsey Vonn extends her World Cup downhill lead with a third-place finish in France, sharpening expectations for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Read the full race analysis.
Kensington and Chelsea Council greenlights 274-home Lots Road South scheme, including 118 affordable homes, amid resident concerns over two decades of building works.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious 2034 World Cup stadium projects are experiencing delays and cost-cutting, with architects asked to redesign expensive plans. Read the latest on the budget pressures.