City of London accused of 'culture of non-transparency'
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly 40% of City of London Corporation committee items were held in private. Critics accuse the body of being 'too focused on its own interest'.
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London Social Housing Decency Crisis Worsens
The percentage of non-decent homes managed by City of London Corporation has surged from 9.6% to 17.6% in just one year. Discover the causes and £110m improvement plan.
Prince Andrew's last honour under threat
The Duke of York could lose his Freedom of the City of London, his final honour after being stripped of royal titles. Discover the ancient privileges at stake.
Hampstead Heath trans swim access decision due
The future of trans access to Hampstead Heath's single-sex ponds will be decided in January after a public consultation and legal challenges. Read the latest developments.
40,000 New Homes Planned on UK Railway Land
Network Rail launches Platform4 to transform old railway sidings and yards into 40,000 new homes and commercial spaces across 47 towns and cities, creating transit-linked communities.
John Oliver: US Public Media Defunding 'Just Stupid'
John Oliver exposes the dire consequences of Republican-led defunding of US public media, threatening local news and emergency services. Discover why this matters.
Townsville elects Dametto in historic mayoral swing
Nick Dametto claims victory in Townsville mayoral byelection with over 61% of the vote, marking one of Australia's biggest political swings. Discover the full story.
Decision on 5 London Cafés Due in Early December
The fate of five beloved London cafés, including three on Hampstead Heath, will be announced in early December following a major community campaign supported by celebrities.
Mamdani's Democratic Socialist Win Shakes US Politics
How Zohran Mamdani's grassroots campaign won the New York mayoral election, plus analysis of Cop30's climate summit and the week's essential reads from the Guardian Weekly.
Libya loses $20bn in state-sanctioned fuel smuggling
Shocking report reveals how Libyan officials smuggled $20bn worth of fuel, funding Sudan's civil war. Demand international action and sanctions now.
Serbia protests Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands protest in Belgrade against a law fast-tracking Jared Kushner's luxury development on a historic army building site. Discover the controversy and government response.
New London neighbourhood with 586 homes on gasworks
A disused gas holder site in Motspur Park is set for a major transformation into a new urban neighbourhood featuring 586 homes, green spaces, and a new cycle link. Discover the plans and local reaction.
Liverpool Street Station £1bn revamp hit by fresh delay
Network Rail's controversial £1 billion Liverpool Street Station redevelopment faces further delays, pushing the City of London Corporation decision into 2026. Discover the latest on this major transport hub upgrade.
Liverpool Street Station redesign decision delayed
A decision on the controversial £1 billion Liverpool Street Station redevelopment has been pushed back to 2026 after new details triggered a fresh public consultation.
How McDonald's overcomes community opposition to expand
McDonald's uses long-term strategies and planning expertise to overcome community resistance when opening new stores, often waiting years for success.
UK Parents Lack Time to Cook With Children
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with kids due to time constraints and mess fears. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and family bonds.
£1bn Green Quarter development transforms Southall
A new £1 billion neighbourhood is coming to West London's Southall, bringing 3,475 homes and 13 acres of parkland. But locals fear the 'Little India' community's cultural heritage is at risk from rapid gentrification.
50+ trees threatened by London cycle path plan
Controversial plans to build a cycle path on Woolwich Common would require cutting down over 50 mature trees. Greenwich Council decides November 18.
Behind Mamdani's Historic NYC Mayoral Victory Speech
Discover how Julian Gerson crafted Zohran Mamdani's socialist-inspired victory speech that quoted Eugene Debs and celebrated New York's diversity. Read the full analysis.
Manchester approves UK's tallest skyscraper outside London
Manchester secures planning permission for a monumental £1bn development featuring the tallest skyscraper outside London, set to transform the city's skyline with 1.5 million sq ft of office and retail space.
First pictures of Peckham Hill Street's dramatic makeover
Exclusive photos reveal the stunning metamorphosis of Peckham Hill Street as a major regeneration project breathes new life into this South London neighbourhood, creating vibrant community spaces and enhanced pedestrian areas.
GTA 6 Studio Rocked by Protests Over Staff Sackings
Rockstar Games faces mounting criticism as employees stage dual protests against sudden termination of 30 workers during peak GTA 6 development phase.
Banks set to escape tax rises in Reeves budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to spare Britain's banking sector from tax rises in her first major Budget, despite previous Labour criticism of bank profits during the cost-of-living crisis.
London's Green Giant: 50 Fenchurch Street Redefined
Discover how the reimagined 50 Fenchurch Street is set to become London's most sustainable tall building, blending cutting-edge eco-design with the City's rich architectural heritage.
Vibe Coding: Collins 2025 Word of the Year
Discover how 'vibe coding' has become Collins Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year, representing the seismic shift in programming where developers describe outcomes while AI writes the actual code.
Kensington's 2,500-home transformation plan
London's most exclusive borough is set for its biggest housing revolution in decades, with 2,500 new homes planned across multiple strategic sites in a major boost for the capital's housing supply.
Highgate legal battle over 15-storey tower block
Furious locals in affluent Highgate are taking legal action to stop a massive 15-storey development they claim will destroy their neighbourhood's character and create a 'monstrous' landmark.
Ex-Rockstar Boss Reveals Zelda's Influence on GTA
Former Rockstar Games president reveals how Nintendo's Legend of Zelda franchise fundamentally shaped the creation of Grand Theft Auto's revolutionary open-world design.
New 2,000-home neighbourhood approved for Beckton
A massive £1.1 billion regeneration project is set to create a brand new neighbourhood in Beckton, featuring 2,000 homes, shops, and community facilities along the River Thames.
Deeney: Man Utd flop should mentor reclusive signing
Football pundit Troy Deeney makes controversial claim about which Manchester United failure should guide the club's mysterious summer acquisition through Premier League pressures.
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