Labour's Sweeping Planning Changes for 1.5m Homes
Labour announces radical planning reforms to fast-track 1.5 million homes in five years, including new rules for green belt stations, swift bricks, and biodiversity. Discover the local impact.
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Labour's planning reforms risk 'garden grabbing', Tories warn
Sweeping planning reforms unveiled by Labour ministers could see thousands of residential gardens lost to development. Critics warn of a 'free for all' for developers. Read the full story.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' to fight loneliness
Morrisons has launched special 'Talking Tills' across all UK stores from December 4-7, partnering with the 1 Million Minutes campaign to help tackle loneliness. Discover how a simple chat can make a difference.
Green Belt Film Studio Approved Despite Local Fury
Labour overturns council rejection for £750m Marlow film studios backed by James Cameron. Local MP vows to fight on, citing green belt harm. Read the full story.
Snowball Chaos Halts Sun Belt Championship Game
James Madison's athletic director took the mic to stop fans pelting players with snowballs during the Sun Belt Championship win over Troy. Read the full story.
Major Rochdale Crash: Woman Cut From Car, Roads Closed
A woman was rescued using cutting equipment and hospitalised after a serious two-car crash at a Rochdale junction. Four others were treated at the scene. Avoid the area.
Guardian launches new 'Building Power' initiative
The Guardian unveils 'Building Power', a major new editorial initiative to deepen coverage of progressive movements and systemic change. Discover how it will reshape reporting.
Progressive Democrats Take Over in Rust Belt Swing States
A new wave of progressive Democrats is defeating establishment figures in key US swing states, driven by voter frustration over housing, transit, and party direction. Discover the movement reshaping American politics.
Boxer Ben Whittaker burgled during knockout victory
British boxing star Ben Whittaker's home was burgled while he secured a first-round knockout win in Birmingham. Thieves stole his IBF belt and other items. Read the full story and his reward offer.
Architect's Warning: The High Cost of PFI NHS Buildings
A retired chartered architect warns against repeating PFI schemes for NHS hospitals, citing serious design flaws, high finance costs, and the risk of buildings being returned in a depleted state.
Boxer's house burgled during title fight, belt stolen
Olympic medallist Ben Whittaker returned from a knockout victory to find his Wednesbury home burgled and his IBF title belt stolen. A 'big reward' is offered for information.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
Labour ministers oppose UK's largest solar farm project
Labour ministers face hypocrisy claims as they oppose Britain's largest solar farm near Ed Miliband's constituency while pushing national green agenda. Local residents fight to protect Green Belt land.
Ben Whittaker's Benavidez Ambition: Reality Check?
Olympic medallist Ben Whittaker targets David Benavidez, but boxing legend Barry McGuigan warns the world title shot is premature. Read the full analysis.
NHS lifestyle quiz criticised before Budget announcement
The NHS's new five-minute lifestyle quiz faces voter criticism for poor timing as it launches days before Rachel Reeves' budget. Critics call it tone-deaf amid financial concerns.
Forestry Expert Simon Rietbergen Dies Aged 65
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert behind the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative, who dedicated his life to protecting Africa's forests. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Five-Hour D&D Play Initiative Transforms Theatre
Discover how Initiative, a groundbreaking five-hour play about Dungeons & Dragons, creates profound audience commitment through immersive storytelling at New York's Public Theatre.
Elderly woman charged over fatal hit-and-run of boy
An 84-year-old woman faces charges after an alleged hit-and-run that killed six-year-old Caleb Wesley in Teesdale. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Malaysia's £80bn Forest City: A Ghost Town
Explore the story of Forest City, a £80 billion Malaysian development built for 700,000 that now stands nearly empty. Discover why this ambitious project became a 'ghost town'.
Boston Suburb Outraged by Fortnightly Trash Collection Plan
Medford residents revolt as city officials plan bi-weekly trash pickups to meet zero-waste goals. The controversial scheme aims to save $1 million annually but faces backlash over rodent fears and overflowing bins.
Trump's Memphis task force arrests strain courts and jail
President Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis has made thousands of arrests, overwhelming local courts and overcrowded jails. Officials warn the strain could last for years.
Bath University Green Belt Student Housing Row
Plans to build nearly 300 student homes on protected Green Belt land in Bath threaten rare wildlife and panoramic views, sparking fierce local opposition. Join the debate on urban development.
Labour MPs Revolt Against NHS Private Finance Plans
Labour MPs are urging the Chancellor to abandon private finance plans for NHS buildings, warning it could cripple patient care. Discover the funding alternatives.
Labour MPs urge Reeves to drop NHS private finance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces rebellion from 40 Labour MPs demanding she abandon PFI-style funding for NHS infrastructure, warning it offers 'no value for money' and creates crippling debt.
Melania Trump's mic feedback at military base event
First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance visited Camp Lejeune, where a technical issue briefly interrupted Trump's speech. Read more about their engagement with military families.
New 'default yes' planning rule for station homes
Housing Secretary Steve Reed announces planning reforms to fast-track 1.5 million homes near transport hubs. Discover how this impacts local councils and green belt areas.
Default Yes for Homes Near Train Stations
New planning rules will give a 'default yes' to housing developments within a 15-minute walk of train stations, including green belt land, as the government pushes to build 1.5 million homes.
Usyk vacates WBO heavyweight title, Wardley promoted
Oleksandr Usyk has relinquished his WBO heavyweight championship belt, with British fighter Fabio Wardley being elevated to full champion status in a significant boxing development.
Prince and Princess of Wales at Royal Variety Performance
The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to attend the 2024 Royal Variety Performance in a rare joint black-tie engagement. Discover the star-studded lineup and the vital charity work the event supports.
Five killed in County Louth road collision
Five young people killed in tragic two-vehicle crash near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage. A nation mourns as tributes pour in.
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