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Court Backs Councils to Block Asylum Seeker Hotels

A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.

Children Sue Scottish Council in High Court Over Climate Inaction

In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri

88-Yr-Old Fears Losing Home in Council Tax Battle

An 88-year-old grandmother faces financial ruin and the terrifying prospect of eviction from her home after her council tax support was abruptly stopped. Her desperate plea highlights a growing crisis for elderly residents across the UK.

Locals combat southern Europe wildfires

Local communities in southern Europe are stepping up to combat devastating wildfires, showcasing resilience and unity in the face of climate change.

Camp Cove kiosk alcohol licence bid divides Watsons Bay

A beloved heritage kiosk in Sydney's Watsons Bay is at the centre of a heated debate as locals protest its application for an alcohol licence, fearing it could disrupt the family-friendly atmosphere of Camp Cove.

£100 toilet charge outrage in Westminster

A woman was stunned to receive a £100 fine after using a public toilet in Westminster. Her story has sparked outrage online, raising questions about council policies.

Boston TV anchor Byron Barnett dies at 69

Veteran Boston news anchor Byron Barnett, known for his decades of trusted reporting and charismatic presence, has died at the age of 69. Colleagues and viewers mourn the loss of a broadcasting legend.

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