29 h. ago Construction of major housing development near Welsh beauty spot moves closer

The Welsh Government is calling the planned housing development near Penarth and Cosmeston Lakes the largest net-zero housing development in the UK

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38 h. ago There were two paths for America and Lilith Fair was one of them. Sadly it chose the other | Emma Brockes

The all-female tour was a counterpoint to the era’s misogyny. We could do with some of that promise todayThere’s an argument to be made that the first person in the US to spot the oncoming freight train of the Maga movement – fully 17 years before the first election of Trump – wasn’t a political forecaster or a bearded contrarian but the rock star Sheryl Crow. In 1999, Crow appeared at a press conference backstage at Lilith Fair, the all-women music festival, during which she was asked about a disastrous appearance she had recently made at Woodstock ‘99. This was the Woodstock reboot in upstate New York marred by violence, sexual assault and an angry male crowd that heckled the few female artists present with, “show us your tits.” Crowe, smiling bleakly, said, “I’m hoping it doesn’t represent our future as a nation or the youth of America.”Well, as they say: ha. Crow’s comments feature in Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery, a new documentary by Ally Pankiw on Disney+ and a mind-blowing...

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6 d. ago Stunning ‘Norwegian’ house was watched by millions in popular Netflix drama – but do you recognise it?

AN ICONIC Norwegian-style house featured in a TV show watched by millions - but do you recognise it? Nestled in the picture postcard landscape of the Wye Valley in Hertfordshire, the wooden home appeared in a hit Netflix series. The Edwardian building features in Netflix's high school comedy drama, Sex Education, which first aired in...

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7 d. ago Council must pay developer's legal fees after wrongly refusing motocross venue

The council says lessons need to be learned from the saga

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9 d. ago AD FEATURE: Building Wales – how the Development Bank of Wales is backing Welsh builders

Millions of pounds committed to accelerate low-carbon housing and developer-led schemes throughout Wales

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1 week ago Major riverside housing development takes a step forward in this city

A railway once terminated there and now there are plans for a major transformation

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2 w. ago Inside the homes of six prominent Australian architects – in pictures

When architects design their own houses – with no client to please but themselves – the results are clever, creative and considered. In new book The Architect’s House, author Stephen Crafti explores how architects around the world build their homes, featuring swirling staircases, thoughtful interiors and a timber library with a concealed fold-down bed Continue reading...

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2 w. ago UK developing AI military drone swarm after learning lessons of Ukraine

British Army to rely more on unmanned vehicles and systems - on land, sea and air

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2 w. ago Housing developer's cycle path in Welsh seaside town being investigated

Vale of Glamorgan Council has opened a planning enforcement investigation into the cycleway and footpath at Penarth Heights which has been in place for years

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2 w. ago Restaurant with UK's 'best kebab' confirms Manchester opening date amid £300,000 transformation

The restaurant will feature a shawarma bar with five stations where you can build your own dishes

Economics

3 w. ago Pretty abandoned building in idyllic countryside that could become 'distinctive home'

Closed for year, used for storage, but now this building packed with original features could be a bargain buy and a future dream home?

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3 w. ago Amazon shoppers race to buy £130 wireless headphones after spotting them for £20

"These wireless earbuds are known for their crystal-clear sound quality, long-lasting battery life, and excellent build quality. They are comfortable to wear, compact, and feature good noise cancellation, making them perfect for everyday use."

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3 w. ago Man claims he has spent £1MILLION removing Japanese Knotweed jungles from his properties after invasive plant explodes through walls and engulfs land

Dorian Payne, a developer in Wales, revealed he encounters the invasive species, which looks like bamboo and can grow to heights of more than 10 feet, at almost every property he takes on.

Economics

last month Developers fight decision not to let them build flats over flooding fears

Wales and West Housing argued that the new flats are desperately needed in Cardiff, but councillors and residents said the proposed location is not right

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