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.
Norway's Equinor hit with £53m penalty for oil spills
Norway's state oil giant Equinor faces a massive £53m fine for extensive pollution and gas leaks at its Mongstad refinery, following years of alleged inadequate maintenance. Read the full investigation details.
Thames Water pauses £2.5m executive bonus payments
Thames Water defers controversial £2.46m retention awards for 21 senior managers. Learn about the political pressure and the firm's ongoing survival battle.
HS2: A Decade of Disruption and Soaring Costs
Ten years on from its proposal, we walk the route of the HS2 high-speed rail line to uncover the real impact on communities, landscapes, and the project's spiralling budget. Discover the stories behind the world's most expensive railway.
RSC's Ambitious Forsyte Saga Adaptation Premieres
The RSC launches a monumental two-part adaptation of The Forsyte Saga at Stratford's Swan Theatre. Discover our review of this ambitious seven-hour theatrical event.
Cumberbatch sells stake in SunnyMarch production company
Benedict Cumberbatch has sold a controlling stake in his SunnyMarch production company to Lumina Studios Group. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for the future of the firm behind hits like 'The Courier'. Read the full story.
Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist
Margaretta D'Arcy, the politically charged playwright and activist, has died aged 91. With husband John Arden, she championed radical theatre and famously picketed the RSC. Read her remarkable story.
CEO offers £3bn firm to flat Earth provers
Columbia Sportswear's CEO, Tim Boyle, has made an extraordinary bet: he'll hand over his £3billion company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat. A bold marketing stunt challenges conspiracy theorists.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Construction Suffers Sharpest Slowdown Since Covid Lockdown
UK construction activity contracted at its fastest pace since May 2020 in November, with the PMI hitting 39.4. Experts suggest budget uncertainty skewed the data. Read the full analysis.
Construction suffers worst downturn in over five years
New data reveals a severe slump in UK construction, with the PMI hitting 39.4. This rapid decline poses a major challenge to Labour's 1.5m homes target. Read the full analysis.
Thames Water complaints surge 75% amid £20bn debt crisis
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Travel Counsellors CEO on £50m Global Expansion
Manchester-based Travel Counsellors CEO Steve Byrne explains the £50m acquisition of Canada's The Travel Agent Next Door, boosting international sales to 30% and ruling out a near-term IPO.
The 3,000 Unsung Heroes Who Built the Empire State Building
A new book reveals the forgotten stories of the 3,000 daredevil workers who built the Empire State Building in just 13 months, defying death daily. Discover their history.
Hong Kong high-rise fire: 13 arrested, death toll 151
Hong Kong police arrest 13 over deadly Wang Fuk Court fire, with 151 dead and 40 missing. Substandard materials and failed alarms cited in city's worst blaze since 1948.
London bus strikes to hit 13 routes in December and January
Major bus strikes will disrupt 13 routes in east London on December 12-13 and January 8-9, impacting Christmas shopping in Stratford. Full list of affected services and the reason for the industrial action.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
Couple save £100k building polystyrene block home
Hannah and Charlie Bird are building their own £190,000 home in Somerset using polystyrene ICF blocks, saving £100,000 and doing 80% of the work themselves. Discover their inspiring self-build journey.
Hong Kong fire kills 128, hundreds missing
A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong has killed at least 128 people, with 200 missing. Questions mount over safety standards and alleged corruption in the construction sector.
A Child's Christmas in Wales Review: Magic in Frome
Emma Rice's exquisite adaptation of Dylan Thomas's Christmas poem brings magic to The Lucky Chance in Frome. Joy radiates from this intimate production until 21 December.
Essensys founder explores takeover bid at 20p per share
Essensys founder Mark Furness has tabled a 20p per share takeover proposal for the troubled tech firm. Discover the details behind the potential deal and the company's financial challenges.
Hong Kong tower block fire kills 128, dozens missing
Deadly fire rips through Hong Kong tower blocks wrapped in bamboo scaffolding, killing 128 and leaving 79 injured. Three construction officials arrested for manslaughter.
First live-action Spider-Man actor dies aged 81
Danny Seagren, the first actor to play a live-action Spider-Man on The Electric Company, has passed away at 81. Remember his legacy and read his incredible story.
Lower Thames Crossing gets £891m funding for 2026 start
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms £891m funding for Lower Thames Crossing, with construction starting in 2026. The 14.5-mile route will feature Britain's longest road tunnel.
Hong Kong fire kills 65, hundreds missing in high-rise blaze
At least 65 people have died and nearly 300 are missing after a devastating fire swept through a Hong Kong residential complex. Police arrest three over suspected manslaughter.
Jill Freud, Narnia's Lucy inspiration, dies aged 98
Jill Freud, the real-life inspiration for Lucy Pevensie in CS Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia and founder of Suffolk's beloved summer rep theatre, has died aged 98. Discover her remarkable life story.
Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, police blame negligence
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills 44 at Wang Fuk Court. Police arrest construction company employees for gross negligence over unsafe scaffolding materials. Latest updates and investigation details.
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