O3 Space, a 24/7 study cafe in Sydney's Newtown, charges $7.50/hour after free three hours, drawing students and young entrepreneurs. Founded by Luca Yang, it occupies the former Gould's Book Arcade site.
London's iconic BT Tower will become a luxury hotel by 2033, featuring a public rooftop pool, revolving observation deck, and restored heritage spaces, after MCR's £275m acquisition.
Epping offers peaceful countryside living with Central line links, but locals say it's changing fast and homes average £620,000.
Universal Studios' first European theme park in Bedford is projected to attract 8 million visitors annually, surpassing London's top attractions like the Natural History Museum.
Reality star Jake Hall posted about 'remembering the good things' hours before his death in Majorca. The 35-year-old former Towie cast member was found with head injuries at a villa.
Residents evacuated from Evolution Cove flats in Plymouth due to structural cracks. The 18-year-old building is deemed unsafe, raising concerns about modern construction quality.
Greenwich Council has approved the Morden Wharf development with 1,500 homes in unique octagonal towers, despite reducing affordable housing from 35% to 20% due to construction costs.
Build-to-rent housebuilding in London has slowed dramatically, with planning wait times doubling to 15 months. Construction starts have plummeted 70% in two years, threatening housing targets.
After 20 years of vacancy, a derelict site in North Cheam that residents have long complained about is poised for transformation with a new six-storey development delivering 74 homes.
Westminster Council approves major changes to the long-delayed Chelsea Barracks development, allowing 515 homes instead of 448, with affordable housing and community facilities promised.
Stevenage in Hertfordshire, labeled Britain's most boring town, attracts first-time buyers with house prices nearly 50% lower than London and excellent transport links.
Tower Hamlets Council unveils plans to redevelop the historic Billingsgate Fish Market site into a major new mixed-use neighborhood with 10,000 homes, aiming to bridge Canary Wharf and South Poplar.
A decades-old shoe shop in Southall will retain its ground floor while adding four residential flats above, featuring private balconies and sustainable design elements.
Kingston Council approves phase two of Signal Park, adding 965 homes to create 1,176 total units. The development includes 16-storey towers, affordable housing, and addresses noise concerns from a nearby 24/7 depot.
Discover Twyford, a Berkshire commuter town with Elizabeth line access, affordable housing, and strong community spirit. Councillor Martin Alder shares insights on its green spaces and transport.
Tower Hamlets Council reveals ambitious plans to build up to 10,000 homes around Billingsgate Fish Market after its relocation, creating a new mixed-use neighborhood connecting Canary Wharf and Poplar.
Proposals to build up to 21,000 homes on Green Belt land in north-west Enfield, creating a new town with over 46,000 residents, have sparked controversy among local campaigners and raised concerns about environmental impact and transparency.
The affordable boutique hotel Mama Shelter in Shoreditch has permanently closed after six years. The property will reopen this summer as a co-living space operated by ARK, featuring amenities like a cinema and wellness studio.
Plans to demolish the former Regent Wing of Kingston Hospital for 150 build-to-rent flats have been recommended for approval by council officers, with a decision expected next week.
Newham Council has approved plans to add a fifth storey to Francis House in Plaistow, creating five new flats. The developer originally sought two extra floors but scaled back following planning advice.
Springfield Village in Tooting, built six years ago on a former hospital site, has residents split between praising its park and tranquillity and criticising poor transport and amenities.
The historic former MI5 headquarters in Mayfair could be transformed into an ultra-exclusive £100 million co-working hub for top executives, featuring eight floors of dining, a basement bar, and rooftop terrace. Local residents have raised concerns about
Southwark Council approves major development with 695 shared living flats, 79 social rent homes, and a new NHS health centre featuring women's health, long-term conditions, and mental health support.
Ealing Council approves expanded housing scheme in West Ealing with 465 rental flats, despite John Lewis Partnership's withdrawal from build-to-rent market.
Kingston Council recommends approval for 965 additional homes at Signal Park in Tolworth, bringing total to 1,176 units with gym, café, shop, and community facilities.
Former Strictly Come Dancing stars Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell welcome their first child and share details of their luxurious West Sussex mansion where they'll raise their son.
Hounslow Council approves ambitious project to convert the vacant GlaxoSmithKline headquarters into a vibrant community featuring over 2,000 homes, commercial spaces, and cultural venues.
Elite Competitions offers a chance to win a luxury £1.4 million home in Lancashire, a Rolls-Royce, a Lamborghini, and £100,000 cash with tickets priced at only 19p. The draw ends on March 31.
Barking Riverside in east London has secured planning permission for 20,000 new homes, aiming to house over 50,000 residents with enhanced amenities and green spaces.
Hounslow Council approves major redevelopment of GlaxoSmithKline's former Brentford headquarters into a vibrant neighborhood featuring homes, cultural venues, and public spaces.