Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
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Australian Eco-Village Bans Pets to Save Native Wildlife
Currumbin Ecovillage marks 20 years as a sustainable community and wildlife sanctuary. Residents forgo cats and dogs to protect native species, embodying a 'solarpunk' vision of the future.
Glenn Tilbrook crowdfunds to save derelict London pub
Squeeze legend Glenn Tilbrook is spearheading a grassroots bid to buy and restore The White Swan in Charlton, launching a crowdfunder with a VIP gig as a key reward. Help save this vital community hub.
Borough Hall licence review after noise complaints
Greenwich's historic Borough Hall faces a licence review following resident complaints over late-night noise and disruption, pitting community concerns against the venue's economic benefits.
South Bank's Between the Bridges venue closing for 2026
The popular South Bank venue Between the Bridges is shutting at year's end for Jubilee Gardens renovation works, with a final fortnight of parties planned. Discover the details.
Neck Injury Ignites Gullah Geechee Heritage Discussion
Georgia Harris's serious neck injury during a traditional dance performance raises crucial questions about cultural preservation and medical understanding of minority communities in Britain.
Chicago ICE Raid Sparks Immigration Policy Debate
A recent ICE operation in Chicago has ignited fierce debate about immigration enforcement tactics and community trust. Discover how residents are fighting back against perceived oppression.
Greenwich named one of London's best places to live
Discover why Greenwich has been named one of London's best places to live for 2026. From its strong community spirit to its royal park and culture, find out why residents never want to leave.
Quebec bans public prayer in new secularism law
Quebec intensifies its secularism legislation with Bill 9, banning public prayer and extending religious symbol prohibitions. Critics warn it disproportionately targets Muslim communities.
Charges dropped in Ballymena riot case
Prosecutors drop rape charges against two Romanian boys, citing new evidence. The case had triggered violent race riots in Northern Ireland, causing an exodus of Roma families.
Hong Kong fire kills 128, community groups deliver aid
Grassroots volunteers in Hong Kong are delivering crucial support to survivors of the devastating Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 128 people. Discover how community networks are coordinating relief efforts.
Disney's Cotino: Luxury Homes in Palm Springs Desert
Disney's first Storyliving community welcomes residents to Cotino in Rancho Mirage. Luxury homes from £1m, artificial lagoon and exclusive club - but no Mickey Mouse.
M1 crash survivor builds award-winning community business
After a near-fatal M1 accident at 19 left her with PTSD, Laura Till transformed trauma into triumph by founding Ambition Sports Coaching. Discover how she's now changing young lives across Leicestershire.
63 new affordable flats approved for Lewisham police station
Lewisham councillors have unanimously approved plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 new affordable homes. The resident-led Phoenix Community Housing will deliver the 100% affordable scheme.
Croydon volunteers protect children after school
Croydon Community Action Guardians use local knowledge and conflict resolution training to safeguard young people. Discover how this community-led initiative is making streets safer.
Community organiser Katie Wilson elected Seattle mayor
Katie Wilson's remarkable journey from transit campaigner to Seattle mayor demonstrates how trust and grassroots organising can overcome well-funded political machines. Discover how she built power from the ground up.
Somerset group wins RHS award for forest garden
Transition Town Wellington's five-year transformation of an 8.5-acre field into a thriving forest garden has earned them a prestigious RHS award for sustainable gardening. Discover their inspiring community story.
Man Accused of Blackmail Over Katie Hopkins Shows
Oliver Hutchings, 31, denies blackmail after allegedly threatening venues to cancel Katie Hopkins' shows. The Southampton trial continues. Read the latest court developments.
Trump ends Somali TPS in Minnesota: Fightback begins
Minnesota officials and Somali community organisers vow to fight Trump's order ending Temporary Protected Status for Somalis. Legal experts question legality of state-specific immigration policy.
Teen fights for life after Sheffield shooting
A 16-year-old boy is in a life-threatening condition after being shot on London Road, Sheffield. Police appeal for witnesses as investigation continues. Share any information.
Bondi Inquest: Fixable Mental Health Crisis Revealed
Coronial inquest into Bondi Junction stabbings concludes significant mental health investment is needed to prevent future tragedies. Read the urgent call for reform.
LA's First Bakery Half-Marathon Walk Succeeds
Los Angeles' inaugural bakery half-marathon walk brought together 50 participants for a 7-hour pastry crawl through Pasadena and Highland Park, combating loneliness through community.
Pub owner attacked, then faces licence removal
Amber Knight was brutally attacked after refusing a man a pint at closing time. The Met Police then tried to revoke her pub's licence despite community support. Read the shocking full story.
Manchester synagogue feels unsafe weeks after attack
Members of Manchester's Heaton Park Synagogue speak out on their lack of safety and the 'moral failing' seven weeks after a deadly attack. Read their powerful story and plea for change.
Thinktank: Shrink Hospitals to Solve NHS Permacrisis
Major report urges fundamental hospital reinvention with care shifting to homes. Thousands of beds could disappear as NHS embraces community-based treatment models.
Oakland Football Coach John Beam Under Political Fire
Oakland football coach John Beam faces political pressure over his coaching career and community impact. Discover how local politics is challenging sports leadership.
Controversial South London Festival Plans Two Weekends
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
US grassroots activism surges under Trump
Across red and blue states, ordinary Americans are organising protests, boycotts and mutual aid networks to protect fundamental rights. Discover how communities are fighting back.
Guardian seeks US activism and organising stories
The Guardian is inviting people across the US to share their experiences with community organising, activism, and protest in 2024. Tell your story anonymously.
Indian community transforms stink bugs into nutritious food
Discover how India's Mizo community harvests stink bugs during bamboo flowering seasons, creating protein-rich food and sustainable livelihoods while preserving traditional ecological knowledge.
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