Major Fire at Historic Bury Building
A huge fire engulfed a Grade II listed building on The Rock in Bury town centre. Four fire engines battled the blaze, with bricks falling from the structure. Read the latest updates.
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Family learns traditional lime pointing techniques
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of lime mortar while repairing their historic home. Learn how traditional methods protect heritage buildings and why lime outperforms modern cement.
Denise Van Outen's never-ending property renovation nightmare
TV presenter Denise Van Outen reveals the shocking truth behind her Essex mansion renovation disaster, detailing the emotional and financial toll of the 'never-ending' project that's left her family in limbo.
Grand Designs' Fairytale Castle Rises in Worcestershire
Discover how a determined couple is transforming a historic Worcestershire site into a breathtaking castle, facing unprecedented challenges in one of Channel 4's most dramatic building projects yet.
Couple find rare 18th century treasure under carpet
A Lancashire couple's simple home renovation project turned into an extraordinary historical discovery when they pulled up their old carpet to find a collection of rare 18th century prints worth thousands.
Rome tower collapse: Miracle escape as residents survive
Dramatic rescue operation in Rome's Tor Sapienza district after catastrophic building collapse leaves multiple survivors in miraculous escape from rubble.
Rome tower collapse: Man trapped near Colosseum rescue
Dramatic rescue operation underway in Rome after 13th-century tower collapses, trapping man in rubble just metres from the Colosseum as he fights for life in intensive care.
Premier Nationwide Building Society Shuts Down
Exclusive: Premier Nationwide Building Society ceases operations, leaving customers seeking alternative banking solutions. Full details on the closure and consumer guidance.
Fixer-Upper Truth: Renovation Dream or Financial Nightmare?
Thinking of buying a fixer-upper to add value? Our investigation reveals the hidden costs, renovation risks and whether this property strategy still pays off in 2025's volatile housing market.
Multi-storey car park transformed into spectacular castle
Discover how a visionary couple defied expectations by converting a brutalist multi-storey car park into a spectacular modern castle, creating one of Grand Designs' most unforgettable projects.
Turkey earthquake causes building collapse in Gebze
A devastating earthquake in northwest Turkey's Gebze district has caused multiple building collapses, leaving residents trapped and raising urgent questions about construction safety standards in the earthquake-prone region.
Homeowner finds mysterious safe behind kitchen cupboards
A routine kitchen renovation in the UK took an extraordinary turn when a homeowner discovered a fully intact safe hidden behind his cupboards. The mysterious find has sparked curiosity and speculation about what treasures might lie within.
The Block's Original Homes: 20 Years On
Two decades after Australia's first Block renovation, we reveal the stunning current values and surprising transformations of these iconic properties that launched a television phenomenon.
Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation
Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.
Grand Designs project manager dies during filming
The construction industry mourns as 28-year-old project manager Ben Tisdall passes away while working on a Grand Designs project, prompting important safety conversations.
Couple find mysterious hidden room in 1930s home
A Midlands couple renovating their 1930s home uncovered a mysterious hidden room with strange markings and unexplained features that has left them completely baffled about its original purpose.
The Block's Scott Cam reveals 2026 set first look
Exclusive behind-the-scenes reveal as The Block host Scott Cam shares breathtaking first images of the show's ambitious 2026 set, promising the biggest transformation in television renovation history.
Grand Designs eco-cabin becomes damp, mouldy nightmare
A couple's sustainable Grand Designs vision in Cornwall turns disastrous as their eco-friendly cabin becomes plagued by damp, mould and structural issues, despite a £150,000 investment.
The Block's £34K tradie bill leaves contestants in debt crisis
Exclusive: A tradesman's staggering invoice has thrown The Block Australia into chaos as contestants Robby and Mat face devastating debt after bathroom renovation costs spiral out of control.
Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO
Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.
Madrid Building Collapse Injures Three
Emergency services rushed to central Madrid after a multi-storey building partially collapsed, leaving three people with minor injuries. Latest updates on the structural failure investigation.
Grand Designs disaster: Project manager's £1.3m nightmare
Viewers left cringing as experienced project manager's £1.3m Grand Designs build spirals into chaos with massive budget overruns and construction delays in rural Buckinghamshire.
Bronx Building Collapse: Rescue Operation Underway
A partial building collapse in New York's Bronx district has triggered a massive emergency response as rescue teams search for survivors amidst the rubble. Multiple injuries reported as residents describe chaos and devastation.
Indonesia school collapse: Race to find survivors
Emergency crews work through the night after Al Khoziny Islamic school building collapse in East Java, with children among those trapped beneath debris as death toll rises.
Major fire engulfs historic cinema roof - emergency services battle blaze
Major emergency response as fire tears through roof of landmark cinema building, with dramatic plumes of smoke visible for miles across the city.
Couple find hidden chamber during bathroom renovation
A Yorkshire couple's simple bathroom renovation turned into an archaeological discovery when they uncovered a mysterious hidden chamber containing historical artefacts and vintage treasures sealed for decades.
Couple finds 1930s kitchen hidden under floorboards during reno
A British couple's dream kitchen makeover turned into a real-life treasure hunt when they discovered a perfectly preserved 1930s-style kitchen hidden beneath their floorboards, complete with vintage newspapers and a classic cooker.
The Block Explodes: Betrayal and Record $50k Bid Stun Fans
Drama reaches fever pitch on The Block as a controversial body corporate decision sparks a furious fallout between the couples, while a stunning guest bedroom reveal sends one team's house value skyrocketing.
The Block's Keith Schleiger Blasts 'Disrespectful' Tradies
The Block's foreman Keith Schleiger erupts at tradesmen for a 'disrespectful' and unprofessional site, exposing the behind-the-scenes chaos on the hit renovation show.
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