Repeated fires affecting historic buildings across Glasgow have sparked concern about neglected properties and vacant Victorian structures. Experts say economic pressures, ownership issues and ageing infrastructure may be putting the city’s architectural heritage at risk.

A major security breach at a Travelodge hotel in Maidenhead, United Kingdom, has sparked nationwide concern after an attacker allegedly obtained a guest’s room key from reception and entered her room during the night. The incident has raised serious questions about hotel security procedures, staff verification protocols, and the safety of guests staying alone, prompting calls for stronger industry safeguards.