Deputy Mayor Tom Copley warns London cannot build 88,000 homes a year without the Bakerloo Line extension and West London Orbital rail line. Read why these unfunded projects are critical.
A developer is appealing Wandsworth Council's refusal of a 29-storey tower at Battersea Bridge. The public inquiry starts March 17, with Mick Jagger among objectors. Read the full story.
New research reveals a stark postcode lottery for UK funeral costs, with Londoners paying over £9,000 for a burial. Discover the regional disparities and hidden fees.
The Hertfordshire market town of Harpenden tops a new desirability ranking. Discover why it's a winner for commuters and foodies, despite its hefty £923,597 average house price.
Exclusive data reveals the annual income required for a mortgage across the UK. Discover the most and least affordable regions as the housing gap widens.
A reader asked how her 69-year-old sister on benefits can get online. We explain social tariffs, free data schemes, and local help available for affordable internet access in the UK.
A quarter of HMOs in England are illegal, creating squalid conditions and a public health emergency costing the NHS £1.4bn. Discover the grassroots fightback.
A woman from Cornwall is trapped in a probate crisis after her solicitor ceased trading, locking her out of her late father's estate. The SRA has intervened, but warns others may face similar delays.
Sushi chain boss Kiyoshi Kimura bids a staggering £2.4m for a 243kg bluefin tuna at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Discover the details behind this annual auction spectacle.
A 243kg bluefin tuna sold for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Sushi chain owner Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Discover the story behind the colossal sale.
A 243kg bluefin tuna sells for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's New Year auction. The 'Tuna King' Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Read the full story.
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
Sushi magnate Kiyoshi Kimura breaks auction record with £2.4m tuna purchase. The prized bluefin will be served at his restaurant chain. Discover the story behind this extravagant New Year tradition.
New research reveals the Hertfordshire town of Harpenden is Britain's most desirable place to live, with average property prices over £950,000. Discover the top 20 list.
Harrow Council greenlights 63-flat development on a former Iceland store site, but expresses 'disappointment' as the project delivers no affordable housing. Read the full details.
From new museums and gardens to hotels and music venues, discover the nine huge projects reshaping London's landscape this year. Get the full guide.
HSBC slashes mortgage rates, igniting a potential price war among UK lenders. Good news for 1.8 million homeowners refinancing in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Sarah Matthews shares her harrowing story of coercive control and joint mortgage abuse, a five-year legal battle to reclaim her home, and the warning signs banks must spot.
Exclusive data reveals the stark income required to purchase a home across London's boroughs in 2026, from £199,300 in Kensington to £59,600 in Barking.
A psychotherapy trainee and a retired software engineer found common ground living abroad but clashed on gentrification, second homes, and mental health during a Guardian 'Dining Across the Divide' session. Discover their takeaways.
Central London saw a major rebound in high-value office deals in 2025, driven by investor confidence and a looming supply crunch. Discover the key figures and expert insights.
Property data reveals Leyton as London's most desirable postcode for 2026. Discover the rising neighbourhoods and what makes them so popular with homebuyers.
Discover why Middle Park in Greenwich is now London's 6th most sought-after neighbourhood. Homes sell in 51 days, driven by community spirit, green spaces, and family appeal.
Four sisters from Watts, Los Angeles, have spent ten years running a vital non-profit, tackling food poverty and social exclusion. Discover their inspiring community work.
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
Oakley Capital explores a potential £500m+ sale of London's largest estate agency, Dexters, despite the looming 'mansion tax'. Get the full story on this major property market move.
Biro Florin, 37, purchased a £1,000,000 three-bed townhouse in Brighton with cash after selling his tech business. He shares his property journey and mortgage-free life.
From the politicised 2026 World Cup to the Premier League's financial revolution and the controversial Enhanced Games, we examine the top three legal battles set to define sport next year. Discover the key disputes.
In 1992, estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped and held in a coffin for eight days. Her survival story and the hunt for killer Michael Sams.
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.