Edinburgh's 120-year-old King's Theatre has reopened following a £41m, four-year refurbishment focused on modernization and accessibility. First Minister John Swinney praised the venue's cultural significance and its expected positive economic impact on the city.
The ACT Integrity Commission found former ACT Education Directorate director-general Katy Haire and Minister Yvette Berry's ex-chief of staff Joshua Ceramidas committed serious corruption by improperly awarding a Campbell Primary School tender to Lendlease, prioritizing CFMEU interests over Manteena's better bid.
Hong Kong labour unions are calling for increased risk assessments and safety measures following a surge in industrial accidents, with 62 reported in the first half of the year, including 24 fatalities. Recent incidents include a worker killed by a toppled excavator and another by a road roller.
King Charles III will not reside at Buckingham Palace after its £369 million refurbishment, choosing to remain at Clarence House to boost public access to the palace. This decision, alongside the unprecedented disclosure of royal tax payments by Charles and Prince William, is part of broader efforts to modernize the monarchy and address recent controversies.
King Charles will not reside in Buckingham Palace after its 2027 refurbishment, continuing at Clarence House, ending a two-century tradition. The palace will remain monarchy HQ for official functions. Separately, the King disclosed his tax payments, totaling over £30 million since 2022, and the Sovereign Grant will decrease.
King Charles will not reside at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year renovation concludes next year, opting instead to remain at Clarence House. This marks the end of an era for the palace's role as the primary royal residence. Officials also revealed Charles paid £12.9 million in taxes for 2024/25.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will not reside at Buckingham Palace after its £369m refurbishment, opting instead to remain at Clarence House. The decision aims to increase public access and generate more income from the palace, which will remain the monarchy's administrative headquarters.
A mosaic of the 'Rampant Bull' in Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II has been criticized after restoration works appear to have removed its testicles, a detail worn down by tourists performing a ritual for good luck. The €30,000 restoration has sparked mockery and accusations of censorship.
Police recommended charges against 77 individuals and organizations for the Grenfell Tower fire. Survivors express mixed relief, grief, and anger over the lengthy process, with trials unlikely before 2028. Campaigners criticize slow progress and weak corporate manslaughter laws.
Dubai's Burj Al Arab, one of the world's most recognizable luxury hotels, will close for an 18-month refurbishment. Paris-based interior architect Tristan Auer will lead the renovation for owner Jumeirah. Guests with existing bookings are being relocated to nearby hotels. The closure comes as Dubai tourism faces softer demand amid regional tensions.
