A strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, and several buildings collapsed in Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city, witnesses said. Buildings shook as well in Bangkok, the Thai capital about 1,000 km to the south, and hundreds of people rushed out in panic. CBC | World News
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Notting Hill house collapse horror as 11 evacuated from crumbling buildings
Firefighters were scrambled to the scene in Notting Hill, west London in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Daily Express :: News Feed
Read More »European city with canals and historic buildings is a ‘little Venice’ with fewer crowds
If you’re planning a summer getaway then the French city of Colmar must be on your list. Daily Express :: Travel Feed
Read More »Why are trees still standing next to burned-out buildings in Los Angeles? The answer is simple
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Read More »See a gingerbread city, where iconic buildings are reimagined with icing and sweets
It’s not the tastiest gingerbread, but with ‘structurally sound’ icing it’s built to last — at least as long as the ‘Recycled City’ exhibit is up at London’s Museum of Architecture. Dozens of architects designers and engineers contributed to the exhibit, which runs through December. CBC | World News
Read More »Pro-Palestine thugs who targeted buildings over Israeli links must be banned
Palestine Action have crossed a clear line and the way forward is clear for those serious about British values. Daily Express :: News Feed
Read More »Huge cost of fixing crumbling hospitals and NHS buildings revealed
The maintenance backlog increased by almost a fifth in a year. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Read More »Germany’s most walkable city has fairytale-inspired buildings and a famous beer festival
Germany’s most pedestrian-friendly city, with its fairytale-like architecture and renowned festival, offers a unique holiday experience. Daily Express :: Travel Feed
Read More »Spain’s most walkable city is also home to one of its most beautiful buildings
The city’s “friendly locals and well-lit streets contribute to its welcoming atmosphere,” a visitor said. Daily Express :: Travel Feed
Read More »National Trust to introduce ‘wee poles’ to stop dogs damaging historic buildings
A ‘small handful of sites’ including Shropshire’s Attingham Park and the Shugborough Estate in Staffordshire are set to get the new poles Daily Express :: News Feed
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