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'No light, no water, no heat': Ukrainians struggle with blackouts as Russia hits power grid

For parents in parts of Ukraine, trying to lead a normal family life with just a few hours of power each day is taking its toll.

12 Nov 2026 7:59am GMT

Why did a day off for Finland's embassy in Australia go viral?

Sleuths shared their "despair" when Finland's embassy in Australia's capital closed for 24 hours to hold a planning day and expressed "relief" when it reopened.

12 Nov 2026 7:12am GMT

From Paris to DC - why offices are being turned into apartments

Office buildings with low occupancy rates are being transformed into flats.

12 Nov 2026 12:05am GMT