Budget London-Glasgow train launches with £33 fares
Budget rail operator Lumo launches a new London to Glasgow service with tickets from £33.10, offering a cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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Great Lakes water crisis as AI data centres move in
Water levels across the Great Lakes are falling, just as energy-hungry mega-scale data centres move into the region. Communities in Ohio and Michigan are fighting back against the threat to their water supply. Read the full investigation.
Thames Water defers £2.5m boss bonuses until new year
Thames Water postpones controversial £2.5m retention payments for 21 executives as it seeks a multi-billion pound rescue deal. Discover the full story behind the bonus row.
Thames Water pauses £2.5m executive bonus payments
Thames Water defers controversial £2.46m retention awards for 21 senior managers. Learn about the political pressure and the firm's ongoing survival battle.
Wessex Water hit with £11m sewage enforcement package
Wessex Water must pay an £11m enforcement package for sewage leaks, with shareholders funding the upgrades, not customers. Read the latest on the water sector crackdown.
Tom Hicks, former Liverpool owner, dies aged 79
Tom Hicks, the Texan billionaire who co-owned Liverpool FC and the Dallas Stars, has died at 79. Read about his turbulent Anfield tenure and US sports legacy.
Trump pardons Democrat Cuellar, then criticises his loyalty
Donald Trump pardoned Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar on bribery charges, only to criticise him days later for not switching parties. Explore the fallout and Texas political map changes.
London residents use gyms after water failure
Hundreds of Barbican Estate residents face a weekend without water after a mains leak. Thames Water apologises as locals are directed to nearby gyms for showers. Read the latest.
Barrett: Cena's course correct was right for WWE fans
WWE commentator Wade Barrett praises John Cena for fixing his controversial heel turn ahead of his final match on December 13. Discover the emotional build-up and Cena's lasting legacy.
Barbican water failure leaves 400 homes without supply
Hundreds of Barbican residents face a weekend without water after a major leak. Thames Water engineers scramble for a fix as locals are offered gym showers and bottled water. Full details on the ongoing disruption.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Map Redraw
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
Abbott's CAIR terror label triggers legal fight in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's proclamation designating civil liberties group CAIR a terrorist organisation faces a federal lawsuit. Critics decry the move as unconstitutional and a dangerous escalation of Islamophobia.
Tehran's water crisis: Evacuation threat as supplies run low
Tehran's 15 million residents face a countdown to 'day zero' as water supplies near exhaustion. Discover the causes of this crisis and why cities like London are also at risk. Read the full analysis.
Tehran faces 'Day Zero' as water supplies run critically low
Tehran's reservoirs are nearly empty, forcing water rationing and potential evacuation for 15 million. Experts cite climate change and mismanagement. Could London be next?
Supreme Court Approves Texas Map, Aiding Trump's GOP
The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use a Republican-friendly congressional map, a major win for Donald Trump's efforts to secure the House. Read the latest on this pivotal political battle.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Maps
The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use redrawn congressional maps, a major victory for Republicans. The decision overturns a lower court's finding of racial gerrymandering.
AI Boom's Hidden Cost: Huge Water Demand for Data Centres
Experts warn Australia's AI-driven data centre boom will strain water resources, with Sydney's needs alone exceeding Canberra's drinking supply. Read the full analysis of the environmental challenge.
Datacentre boom threatens Australia's drinking water supply
Sydney's datacentre water demand could surpass Canberra's entire supply within a decade. Experts warn of a crisis as AI growth strains resources. Read the full analysis.
Tunbridge Wells water plant had 2024 health risk notice
A Kent water treatment works that failed, cutting off tens of thousands, was warned over contamination risks. The boil notice lasts 10 days. Read the latest.
Texas Law Lets Residents Sue Over Abortion Pills
A new Texas law allows citizens to sue anyone suspected of mailing abortion pills, directly challenging 'shield laws' in states like New York and Massachusetts. This escalation could set a landmark Supreme Court battle.
£1.5m Victorian Water Tower for Sale in Woolwich
A unique converted Victorian water tower in Woolwich, London, hits the market for £1.5m. The nine-storey home boasts five bedrooms, two kitchens, and panoramic views reaching Wembley. Explore this historic property.
Ofwat Blocks Thames Water's Crucial Refinancing Plan
The water regulator Ofwat has delayed Thames Water's vital refinancing, casting doubt on its survival plan. What does this mean for the debt-laden utility and its customers? Read the full analysis.
Texas Abortion Law and the Rise of Private Enforcement
A deep dive into Texas's novel abortion law, which empowers private citizens to sue anyone aiding an abortion after six weeks. Explore the legal mechanism and its profound consequences.
24,000 without water in Kent as crisis hits third day
More than 24,000 residents in a Kent town are without water for a third day, forcing school closures. Get the full list of affected schools and latest updates.
Boil water notice for 24,000 Kent homes after outage
South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells but issues urgent boil notice. Thousands face days without safe drinking water as chemical issue recurs. Full details and reaction.
Thames Water complaints surge 75% amid £20bn debt crisis
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Thames Water profit leaps to £400m despite collapse risk
Thames Water reports a near-£400m half-year profit, but its financial future remains precarious with a looming funding deadline. Read the full analysis.
Thames Water debt climbs to £17.6bn amid profit return
Thames Water's debt pile grows to £17.6bn despite a return to profit after inflation-busting bill hikes. The firm faces a surge in customer complaints as rescue talks continue.
U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
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