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Pope's Blue Mosque visit surprises Vatican officials
Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque, removing his shoes in respect but declining to pray. The Vatican later corrected a statement claiming he had prayed. Read the full story.
Guest trashes Newcastle hotel room, leaves blood on walls
A Newcastle hotel guest caused £3,000 of damage, leaving blood on walls and glass on the carpet. He claimed no memory of the incident. Read the full story.
Pope Leo XIV visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on his inaugural foreign trip, continuing a tradition of interfaith dialogue. Read more on this historic gesture.
Foxes damage 40 cars in Dublin estate
Residents in a Dublin estate are using chicken wire to protect their cars from foxes chewing through wires, causing tens of thousands in repair costs. Discover the preventative measures experts recommend.
Instagram vandals destroy 500-year-old castle wall
Tourists tore down a historic wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for photos. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism and urges visitors to respect Scotland's heritage.
Charity watchdog refuses to probe mosque women's ban
The Charity Commission faces backlash for refusing to investigate East London Mosque's ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity fun run, sparking discrimination claims.
Mosque Scraps Women's Ban From Fun Run After Probe
An East London mosque has reversed its ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity run after an investigation deemed it 'unlawful'. Read the full story on the equality victory.
Israeli settlers burn West Bank mosque, defying pleas
Masked Israeli settlers set fire to a West Bank mosque, burning Qurans and leaving threatening graffiti. This surge in violence, condemned by officials, raises fears of regional spillover. Read the full report.
A$AP Rocky sued for $1M over apartment water damage
A$AP Rocky, partner of global superstar Rihanna, is embroiled in a major legal battle as neighbours sue for over $1 million following alleged water damage from his New York City apartment that caused 'catastrophic' destruction to the building below.
Historic Bath lido faces flood damage crisis
Britain's oldest public lido faces urgent restoration after severe flooding causes significant damage to the Grade II* listed Georgian swimming baths in Bath.
138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Malaysian police detain Chinese nationals in mosque raid
Malaysian police have arrested over a dozen Chinese citizens in a controversial raid on a Kuala Lumpur mosque, raising concerns about religious freedom and diplomatic tensions.
Terror police investigate Sussex mosque arson
Counter-terrorism police have taken control of the investigation into a suspected arson attack on a Sussex mosque, as community leaders call for calm amid rising tensions.
Mosque approved next to grandma's home sparks community fury
A controversial mosque and Islamic centre has been approved next to a grandmother's Long Island home, sparking community outrage and allegations of improper planning procedures.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque
A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.
Giant hailstones batter Queensland in destructive storm
South-East Queensland reels from catastrophic storm damage as tennis ball-sized hail pummels suburbs, shredding vegetation and damaging property in violent weather event.
Pensioner withholds council tax over damaging speed humps
A defiant 73-year-old is withholding his council tax in protest against dangerous speed humps that he claims are destroying vehicles and making his street a 'nightmare' for residents. Discover why this pensioner is taking a stand against local authorities
Priest in neo-Nazi bomb plot spared prison
A Catholic priest who posed as a skinhead in neo-Nazi online forums and discussed bombing mosques while indulging sexual fetishes has been spared jail in shocking court ruling.
Jamaica's Black River devastated by Hurricane Melissa
Residents of Jamaica's historic Black River confront devastating aftermath as Hurricane Melissa destroys homes, floods streets, and leaves communities counting the cost of rebuilding.
Rugby clubhouse converted to mosque despite objections
A former rugby clubhouse in Greater Manchester has been officially converted into a mosque despite significant local opposition and concerns about parking and traffic in the residential area.
Gardeners' Warning: Bamboo Could Cost You Thousands
UK gardening experts issue urgent warning about invasive bamboo species spreading uncontrollably and causing structural damage to properties across Britain.
Kent hospice damaged by hurricane, services threatened
A Kent hospice serving vulnerable patients faces severe disruption after hurricane-force winds caused extensive damage, putting critical care services at risk.
Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica With Floods and Damage
Powerful Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica with catastrophic flooding and destructive winds, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and forcing mass evacuations as the storm continues its path through the Caribbean.
Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica and Cuba
Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage as Hurricane Melissa carves destructive path through Caribbean islands, leaving communities devastated and emergency services scrambling.
Queensland smashed by golf ball-sized hail in severe storm
A violent supercell thunderstorm battered Queensland's Darling Downs, with hailstones the size of golf balls and destructive winds causing widespread damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure.
Europe's Historic Stays: Sleep in Castles & Monasteries
Discover Europe's extraordinary historic accommodations where you don't just visit history - you live it. From castle suites to converted monasteries, experience the past in unparalleled luxury.
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