The Sunday Times has revealed its Best Places to Live in the UK for 2026, with Norwich taking the top spot. The list highlights 11 locations across the country, considering factors like broadband, schools, and community vitality.
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The historic city of Norwich tops the Sunday Times Best Places to Live list, praised for its blend of urban energy, community spirit, and green spaces. Ten regional winners also highlighted.
Norwich has been named the UK's best place to live in 2026, praised for its historic charm, cultural buzz, and affordability. The city beat 72 other locations including Malmesbury and Skipton.
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Jackie O Henderson's ex-husband Lee Henderson has sold his historic Sydney property for more than $8 million, nearly doubling his investment in just a few years.
A top luxury property CEO explains why neutral palettes and monochromatic interiors now look dated, highlighting the shift toward eclectic, vintage designs and wellness amenities in modern homes.
An Italian family in North London has been ordered to pay £150,000 in costs after a court rejected their claim to park in a lane where they ran an unlawful car repair business.
Dubai's luxury property market has crashed with prices slashed by over 25% as Iran's missile strikes continue. Transactions have plummeted 51% this month, leaving expat investors stranded.
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Grace Roseby, 26, reveals judgment from friends after buying a Sydney apartment with $100,000 from her parents. She details sacrifices made to save her half of the deposit.
Sisters Marianne and Peggy Nestor have lost their years-long legal fight to retain the $34.5 million Manhattan townhouse once owned by Jackie Kennedy's designer Oleg Cassini, following a court-ordered sale.
Miami Beach commissioners are considering legal action against a state bill that would allow a water park at the Fontainebleau Hotel without local approval, sparking concerns over noise, traffic, and environmental impacts.
A Utah neighbourhood of 21 newly built homes is deteriorating, with houses cracking and sinking. Families paid up to $700,000 but now fear for their safety as dangerous radon levels seep in.
A Welsh bungalow featured on Homes Under the Hammer saw its value nearly double after a £100,000 renovation, with Martin Roberts amazed by the property's transformation.
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Thousands of wealthy expats are leaving Dubai due to regional conflict, with property sales plummeting and luxury destinations like Majorca and Malta seeing surging interest as safe alternatives.
Mortgage rates in the UK have increased due to swap rate fluctuations and geopolitical tensions, despite the Bank of England keeping its base rate steady at 3.75%.
Comedian Chelsea Handler reveals she unknowingly bought a Brentwood mansion from RFK Jr. and Cheryl Hines, facing four years of repairs before finally moving in this week.
Following the Bank of England's decision to hold rates, a mortgage broker advises borrowers to secure deals early to protect against further increases while retaining flexibility.
A first-time buyer in London shares her regret after purchasing a two-bedroom flat on a main road and spending heavily on renovations, highlighting noise issues and advice from others.
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Builders renovating a Georgian shop in Caistor, Lincolnshire, have uncovered a Roman well and artefacts dating back 2,000 years, with the local trust seeking funds for restoration.
An interior designer exposes the costly garden additions that often become unused burdens, from hot tubs to outdoor kitchens, revealing why they fail to deliver on their promise.
A 77-year-old woman, evicted from her bungalow after a boundary dispute, has been told she must continue paying £163 monthly council tax despite being locked out and homeless.
Former Wall Street banker Randall Atkins bought a Wyoming coal mine for £1.5m without inspection, discovering one of America's largest rare earth deposits worth £28bn.
A Saudi billionaire faces losing his £8.3 million London mansion after a High Court judge dismissed his wife's claim that it belongs to her under Islamic custom, leaving the property vulnerable to creditors.
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Residents in the exclusive Cheshire Triangle village, including Tyson Fury's family, object to a new apartment block and housing estate, citing serious flooding concerns and damage to local wildlife habitats.
Tom Morris, Britain's most private billionaire and founder of Home Bargains, is bankrolling a £1 billion Dubai-style regeneration of Liverpool's historic docklands with ten glitzy towers including a 70-storey skyscraper.
New housing data reveals Trader Joe's openings correlate with 6% home price gains, while Walmart areas see 4% declines. A $40,000+ swing tied to neighborhood grocery stores.
As housesharing rises in the UK, tenants face abuse from housemates, trapped by leases and high rents. Victims share stories of intimidation, theft, and manipulation, campaigning for legal recognition.
The iconic Oaks Hotel in Neutral Bay has been sold for approximately $140 million to Gallagher Hotel Management, marking one of Australia's highest pub transactions. The Thomas family, owners for over 50 years, passed stewardship to the Gallagher family,
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