Man City worker fired for wearing Man United shirt
A construction worker at Manchester City's £300m Etihad Stadium expansion was sent home after being photographed wearing a rival Manchester United shirt on site, causing a major stir among fans.
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UK's Best Construction & Planning Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 university league table uncovers the best UK institutions for Construction, Surveying, and Planning degrees. Discover which universities are building the future leaders of the industry.
Perth Property Giant Collapses Owing Millions
Perth-based construction firm Tingey Development Group has entered administration, collapsing with massive debts. The shock failure leaves a trail of creditors and unfinished projects across the city.
UK Economy Stagnates with 0.0% GDP Growth, FTSE 100 Falls
The UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, causing the FTSE 100 to fall sharply. Construction and manufacturing output dropped significantly, raising concerns about the nation's economic health.
Boring Company Worker Crushed in Las Vegas Tunnel Accident
A serious industrial accident at Elon Musk's Las Vegas Boring Company site has left a worker with severe injuries, raising major safety concerns and triggering a formal investigation.
THC Cannabis in Pregnancy Linked to Birth Defects and Autism
Exclusive: New medical research reveals pregnant women using THC cannabis face significantly higher risks of birth abnormalities and autism spectrum disorders in their children.
Reeves Declares War on Housebuilding Blockers
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a sweeping pro-growth agenda, vowing to force through major housing projects and reinstate mandatory local building targets to boost the UK economy.
Andy Lee's £2.5M Renovation Sparks Neighbour Backlash
Australian TV star Andy Lee sparks outrage with extravagant mansion overhaul while neighbours endure construction chaos and privacy invasion.
Barcelona's Camp Nou Return Delayed by Permit Issue
Barcelona's long-awaited return to the Camp Nou has been postponed due to permit issues, forcing the club to host Valencia at the Olympic Stadium. The setback deals a blow to the club's financial and emotional plans.
Barcelona's Nou Camp Redevelopment Halted by Catalan Govt
Plans for the £1.5bn Espai Barça project, including a new 105,000-seat stadium, have been dramatically suspended by the Catalan government, throwing the future of the iconic Nou Camp into uncertainty.
UK Housebuilding Plummets to Post-War Low, Councils Warn
New data reveals a catastrophic decline in UK housebuilding, with construction starts falling to levels not seen since the 1940s. Councils warn of a deepening housing crisis as government targets are missed by a staggering margin.
Obama Centre's Soaring Costs and Design Fury
The construction of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's Jackson Park faces massive budget overruns, now estimated at £700 million, and is slammed by critics as a potential 'eyesore' that disrespects its historic surroundings.
Road Rage Driver Attacks Construction Worker in Huntersville
A furious driver is wanted by police after a vicious road rage attack on a construction worker in Huntersville, North Carolina. The assailant was caught on camera punching the worker before fleeing the scene.
Planning System Not to Blame for Housing Shortage
New research debunks the common political narrative that planning red tape is causing the housing crisis. Discover the real reasons behind Britain's homebuilding failures.
Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Residents' Fury Over 'Monstrous' 15-Hour Construction Noise
Furious residents in a UK neighbourhood are plagued by deafening, near-constant construction noise from a new housing development, with work permitted from 8am to 11pm daily. Locals describe the unbearable disruption as a 'living nightmare'.
North Korea Loses 2,000 Troops in Flood Catastrophe
Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.
Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral
A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.
300,000 UK Homes at Risk of Chimney Collapse
A shocking new report reveals that hundreds of thousands of UK homes could be at risk from dangerous chimney defects, with repair costs potentially reaching £3,000 per household. Experts warn of a ticking time bomb as ageing structures deteriorate.
SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson
The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte
Reeves' Landfill Tax Threatens New-Build House Prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a major expansion of the landfill tax to include construction waste, a move that could add thousands to the cost of a new home and threaten the government's own housebuilding targets.
Holyrood Crisis: Patrick Harvie Faces No-Confidence Vote
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie is facing a dramatic no-confidence vote at Holyrood after failing to meet a crucial deadline for updating Scotland's crumbling building standards, sparking a major political crisis for the SNP-Green government.
Family's £275k new-build home has 150+ defects
A young family's dream of homeownership has turned into a financial and emotional nightmare after their brand new £275,000 property was found to be riddled with over 150 severe defects, rendering it unsafe to live in.
Fury as builders use couple's home as lunch canteen on holiday
A UK couple returned from holiday to find their building site home had been used as a makeshift canteen by construction workers, who left behind a trail of rubbish, food waste, and cigarette butts.
53M Americans' lifestyle risks causing birth defect crisis
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.
Mechanic Exposes Sneaky Tricks Used Car Dealers Use
A seasoned UK mechanic exposes the deceptive practices used car salesmen employ to mask serious vehicle defects. Learn the red flags to avoid a costly mistake on your next purchase.
US probes 250,000 Honda/Acura vehicles for engine failures
US auto safety regulators launch probe into over 250,000 Honda and Acura vehicles following reports of catastrophic engine failures and stalling incidents.
Downton Abbey creator's London home renovation sparks neighbour row
Exclusive: Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes faces local backlash over extensive renovations to his £9 million London townhouse, as neighbours complain of 'nightmare' construction and loss of privacy.
Denver Skyscraper Declared 'Structurally Unsafe' in Lawsuit
A landmark Denver skyscraper has been declared 'structurally unsafe' and evacuated after a botched renovation, reveals a multi-million dollar lawsuit against contractor Upton Brothers.
Teen's JCB rampage destroys new-build homes in £2.5m spree
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a 'mindless' JCB demolition spree destroyed multiple new-build homes in Shropshire, causing an estimated £2.5 million in damages and leaving a trail of devastation.
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