Ukrainians restore Kyiv's historic mansions during war
As Russian attacks intensify, Kyiv activists fight to save the city's crumbling art nouveau mansions from both bombs and developers. A story of cultural defiance.
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9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.
Fans fight back against new wave of ticket fees
Music fans are demanding transparency after being charged a 'restoration fee' for concerts at brand-new venues. Discover how hidden charges add up and what's being done.
World's Largest Soil Fungus Library Faces Defunding Crisis
The world's largest living library of vital soil fungi, INVAM, faces closure due to US federal funding cuts. This 'Louvre for artists' holds over 900 strains key to ecosystem restoration and sustainable agriculture. Its loss would be catastrophic.
Junior Doctors End Five-Day Strike, Seek New Year Talks
Junior doctors conclude five-day strike in England, pledging a 'can-do spirit' in renewed negotiations with Health Secretary Wes Streeting to avert further NHS walkouts in 2026.
Norfolk project to restore 4 million oysters to North Sea
A former Newsnight producer leads Europe's largest natural oyster reef project off Norfolk, using innovative 'mother reef' bricks to rebuild marine habitats and biodiversity. Discover the ambitious plan to reshape the North Sea.
First 3 tenants revealed for restored Sicilian Avenue
An indie café, a luxury massage parlour and a Japanese teashop are the first new tenants announced for the historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn, following its five-year, £245 million restoration. Discover the new Bloomsbury hotspot.
Historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn reopens with new shops
London's iconic Grade II-listed Sicilian Avenue reopens after a five-year restoration. Discover the first three new businesses moving in, from coffee to Japanese tea.
Mad Men 4K Restoration on HBO Max Has Major Goofs
HBO Max's new 4K restoration of Mad Men contains bizarre mistakes, including visible crew members and episodes out of order. Discover the streaming blunders here.
Ex-loggers help save critically endangered cotton-top tamarins
In Colombia's vanishing dry forests, a unique team of ex-loggers and conservationists is fighting to restore habitat for the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin, with fewer than 7,500 left in the wild.
SA's Oyster Shell Recycling Fights Toxic Algal Blooms
South Australians are urged to eat local oysters and donate shells for reef restoration. The innovative project uses shrimp soundtracks to lure baby oysters, filtering water and combating devastating algal blooms.
Dr Martens Opens Biggest UK Store in Covent Garden
Dr Martens unveils its largest UK flagship store in London's Covent Garden, featuring two floors, a café, boot restoration & exclusive collections. Visit now!
Yorkshire family masters lime mortar for home restoration
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of traditional lime mortar in a hands-on workshop, learning to repair their historic home with breathable, eco-friendly materials. Unlock the secrets of heritage building preservation.
NSW Pattern Books Aim to Accelerate Apartment Building
New South Wales launches architect-designed pattern books for mid-rise apartments, aiming to deliver 112,000 homes faster while maintaining design quality and heritage appeal.
Winners of 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 New Zealand architecture awards, from church conversions to homes in wild landscapes. Explore the designs shaping the future.
Hornsey Town Hall restored after six-year project
North London's Grade II listed Art Deco gem, Hornsey Town Hall, reopens following a monumental six-year restoration, removed from the Heritage at Risk register. Discover the revived cultural hub.
Australia's biodiversity offset reforms risk NSW mistakes
Federal Labor's proposed biodiversity offset changes could replicate NSW's flawed system, warn scientists. Critics say pay-to-destroy schemes accelerate species extinction.
Highgate Cemetery's £18m restoration approved
Camden Council approves ambitious 25-year, £18 million restoration plan for London's historic Highgate Cemetery, protecting graves of Karl Marx and George Michael while enhancing biodiversity.
Donald MacIntyre's Legacy in UK Wildflower Restoration
Discover how Donald MacIntyre's pioneering work with native seeds transformed Britain's biodiversity through Emorsgate Seeds and ecological restoration methods.
Native Oysters Return to British Shores After Decades
Exciting conservation efforts are bringing native oysters back to UK coastal waters, creating thriving marine ecosystems and reviving a lost part of Britain's natural heritage.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
47% Report Life-Changing Skin Transformation
Groundbreaking clinical results reveal nearly half of customers using this innovative skincare formula experienced such dramatic improvements that it restored their confidence and transformed their daily lives.
River ladder gives salmon a fighting chance
A remarkable conservation project on a Northumberland river is helping Atlantic salmon overcome man-made obstacles, offering hope for this endangered species.
Architectural Models: Why Physical Still Beats Digital
Discover why physical architectural models remain indispensable in our digital age, as revealed by a groundbreaking London exhibition exploring their creative power and enduring relevance.
Christopher Mullan: Glass artist who transformed light dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of Christopher Mullan, the master glass artist whose innovative work illuminated cathedrals and public spaces worldwide.
Candy-Coloured Waterpark: Photography of Abandoned Leisure
Italian photographer Massimo Siragusa reveals the surreal decay of a once-vibrant waterpark in his latest exhibition, transforming leisure architecture into ghostly art.
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