Brazil's Statue of Liberty Replica Collapses in Wind
Dramatic footage captures the moment a replica of New York's Statue of Liberty toppled over in strong winds in Brazil. No injuries were reported in the incident.
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Council ignored warnings on builder before firm collapsed
Westminster City Council continued to contract a financially unstable builder, Geoffrey Osborne, which later collapsed, leaving homes unfinished and costing taxpayers an extra £27.5m. Discover the full investigation.
Civil rights statue replaces Confederate general at US Capitol
A statue honouring Barbara Rose Johns, who led a 1951 student strike for equal education, has been unveiled at the US Capitol, replacing a statue of Confederate general Robert E Lee.
Global Photos: Gaza Floods, Venezuela Rally, Liberty Replica Falls
A visual journey across continents: Gaza's refugee camp cleans up after floods, Venezuela marks its constitution, and a Brazilian Statue of Liberty replica topples. Explore the day's powerful images.
Statue of Liberty replica toppled in Brazil storm
Dramatic footage shows a giant Statue of Liberty replica collapsing in Guaíba, Brazil, during severe storms. No injuries reported. Read the full story and see the video.
Zipcar quits UK, leaving carsharing in the slow lane
Zipcar's departure from the UK is a setback for sustainable transport, forcing users back to private cars and highlighting government policy failures. Read the full analysis.
Russia's Economy Collapses Under Weight of Ukraine War
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
Melbourne reconsiders its Burke and Wills statue
Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
Zaghari-Ratcliffe on creativity as resistance in jail
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe unveils a fabric collection with Liberty and the Imperial War Museum, born from her prison craft. Explore how creativity became a tool for survival. Visit the free exhibition.
DR Congo peace deal collapses, thousands flee fighting
A US-brokered peace deal for DR Congo collapses within 24 hours as heavy fighting erupts, forcing thousands to flee. Read the latest on the escalating humanitarian crisis.
60,000 African Penguins Starve in South Africa
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
RoboCop statue unveiled in Detroit after 15-year campaign
A 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, culminating a 15-year fan-driven campaign. Discover the story behind this cinematic tribute.
Sydney Tunnel Chaos: 4-Hour Gridlock Over Roof Fears
Hundreds of Sydney drivers were trapped for up to four hours in a major tunnel amid fears of a 'shockcrete' roof collapse. Read the full report on the emergency closure and traffic chaos.
Ian Wright on 'Worrying' Laura Woods On-Air Collapse
Ian Wright opens up about the frightening moment presenter Laura Woods collapsed live on ITV. Get the latest update on her health and the full story behind the incident.
Tesla battery rival Powervault collapses into administration
Powervault, the London-based home battery firm backed by the Mayor's fund, has collapsed. The firm, which raised over £10m, is the latest UK energy tech casualty. Read the full story.
Thames Water profit leaps to £400m despite collapse risk
Thames Water reports a near-£400m half-year profit, but its financial future remains precarious with a looming funding deadline. Read the full analysis.
Report finds systemic failures in collapsed China spy case
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
Presenter Laura Woods collapses live on ITV during football coverage
ITV presenter Laura Woods fell ill and collapsed live on air during coverage of England women's friendly against Ghana. She is now 'in good hands' and recovering.
Laura Woods collapses during ITV's England Women's football coverage
ITV presenter Laura Woods fell ill and collapsed live on air during the build-up to England Women's friendly against Ghana at St Mary's. Pundits Ian Wright and Anita Asante rushed to her aid. Read the latest updates on her condition.
Top History & Politics Books 2025 Reviewed
Explore the year's standout history and politics books, from Middle East revolutions and brutalist architecture to the Tory implosion and Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads.
Pavarotti statue trapped in ice rink sparks outrage
The widow of Luciano Pavarotti is furious after a statue of the tenor was surrounded by an 'ugly' ice rink in Pesaro, Italy. The mayor has apologised for the 'mistake'.
20ft naked statue returns to Wigan after ban
Wigan's controversial 20ft golden statue is back for Christmas after locals campaigned for its return. The Roman gladiator figure had been removed following council complaints.
England's Batting Crisis: Ashes Hopes Hang in Balance
Mark Ramprakash analyses England's batting collapse in Perth and questions whether their aggressive approach needs refinement to save the Ashes series. Can they adapt before Brisbane?
Edinburgh's £900 festive nutcracker stolen from bar
An eight-foot nutcracker named Nolan was stolen from an Edinburgh cocktail bar, causing a catastrophic financial blow. Manager Paul Paxton speaks out. Help find the thief.
E-bike thief steals £900 Nutcracker statue in Edinburgh
A festive thief on an e-bike snatched an eight-foot Nutcracker statue from an Edinburgh bar, causing £350 damage. Police are investigating the brazen theft captured on CCTV.
Climate Crisis: UK Faces -20C Winters and Food Imports
Leading scientists issue stark warning about climate risks to UK economy and security. A collapsed Atlantic current could bring -20C London winters and total reliance on food imports.
Ceiling collapse after council's 10 failed leak fixes
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
F1 Teams Set to Rival NBA and NFL Valuations
Aston Martin F1's commercial chief predicts Formula 1 teams will soon rival top US sports franchises in valuation, citing recent multi-billion dollar deals and Liberty Media's transformative impact.
BBC's Civilisations: Ancient Echoes of Modern Crisis
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
Unimetals Recycling collapses, 650 jobs at risk
One of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, Unimetals Recycling, has collapsed into liquidation, putting approximately 650 jobs in immediate danger. Discover the full story behind the failure.
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