US Senators Investigate Data Centres' Effect on Electricity Prices
Three Democratic senators launch an inquiry into whether tech firms like Google and Amazon are passing soaring data centre energy costs to consumers. Could UK face similar pressures?
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Met Police 999 call answering times slip below target
Met Police answer just 77.5% of 999 calls in 10 seconds, missing a 90% target. Officials urge public to call only for real emergencies after reports of spiders and lost dogs.
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.
Trump's AI order blocks state regulation, a win for tech
Donald Trump signs executive order limiting AI regulation, a victory for tech lobbyists. OpenAI faces Google rivalry, while firms explore orbital data centres. Analysis of Silicon Valley's political influence.
Call the Midwife Hong Kong Christmas Special & Series 15 Details
The BBC's Call the Midwife returns with a two-part Christmas special set in Hong Kong and Poplar, leading into Series 15 in January 2026. Get all the exclusive cast insights.
Met Police staff strike on NYE over pay dispute
Metropolitan Police staff, including call handlers, will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, threatening emergency response delays. Unite union blames pay freeze and inferior conditions.
Massive Russian air attack hits Ukraine amid peace talks
Russia unleashed a major missile and drone assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy held a substantive call with US officials, stating real peace progress depends on Moscow's commitment.
911 call leads to arrest of CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione
The 911 call from a McDonald's manager that led to the arrest of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been made public. Listen to the audio.
911 Audio Released in CEO Murder Case After Press Push
A judge has released the 911 call that led to Luigi Mangione's arrest for a New York CEO's murder. Hear the pivotal moment that sparked the police intervention.
Audio of 911 call in Brian Thompson murder released
A crucial 911 call recording that led to an arrest in the murder of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson has been made public. Listen to the details.
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.
Black Ops 7 is PS5's top seller but analysts warn it's underperforming
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 leads November's PS5 sales charts in the US and Europe, yet industry analysts report it is underperforming compared to previous titles. Discover the full story behind the sales figures and fan discontent.
AI Data Centre Boom Transforms Nevada Desert
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, a 100,000-acre Nevada site, is now a global hub for AI data centres, driving economic growth but straining scarce water and power resources. Explore the modern-day gold rush.
London is world's second-best tech hub, study finds
London has climbed to second place in a global ranking of top tech centres, narrowly missing the top spot to Zurich. Discover the key drivers behind the capital's rise and which cities made the top ten.
ATO Targets $5.3bn in 'On-Hold' Tax Debts in New Drive
The Australian Tax Office has relaunched a campaign to recover $5.3bn from 325,000 taxpayers, including debts dating back to 2017. Read about the revised scheme and its implications.
Mum phoned 999 as daughter was stabbed to death
A 17-year-old girl died from multiple stab wounds in a Gwent home attack. Her mother called 999 during the assault. An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder.
Data centres could derail Australia's climate targets
Experts warn Australia's data centre boom, fuelled by AI, could triple energy demand by 2030, jeopardising net zero ambitions and increasing reliance on fossil fuels. Read the full analysis.
Bernie Sanders: AI Poses Unprecedented Threats to Society
US Senator Bernie Sanders issues a stark warning on AI's dangers to jobs, democracy, and the environment. He calls for immediate Congressional action to regulate the technology before it's too late.
Inside the 'Scam State': A $70bn Industry's Grip on SE Asia
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
Trump's reported ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Nicolás Maduro relinquish power and leave Venezuela immediately in a tense phone call. Explore the escalating US pressure campaign and Maduro's defiant response.
Scam Centres Double on Thai-Myanmar Border, UN Reports
New satellite imagery shows scam compounds in Myanmar have more than doubled since the 2021 coup. The UN warns Southeast Asia is 'ground zero' for a global fraud industry fuelled by human trafficking.
Australian sailor feared dead in Mozambique Channel incident
Deirdre 'Cookie' Sibly, 67, is suspected deceased after a distress call from a yacht in the Mozambique Channel. The vessel was found adrift with two bodies on board. Read the latest on this tragic sailing incident.
Reeves denies lying about budget as Badenoch seeks resignation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists she was honest about budget forecasts amid Conservative calls for her resignation over tax rise justifications. Full analysis.
Call Of Duty Coming to Switch 2 in Xbox Deal
Microsoft moves to fulfil Nintendo promise as Sledgehammer Games job listing hints at Call Of Duty coming to Switch 2. Read the latest gaming news.
Asylum seekers hunger strike against UK removal scheme
Thirty asylum seekers in UK detention have begun a hunger strike protesting their imminent removal to France under the controversial 'one in, one out' scheme. Read their powerful testimonies.
US Reps Call for Trump Envoy's Firing After Kremlin Call
Republicans and Democrats demand Steve Witkoff's removal after leaked call shows him advising Moscow on Ukraine peace deal. Read the explosive details.
NHS gets 250 new health centres and £300m tech funding
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major NHS overhaul with 250 neighbourhood health centres and £300m technology investment to cut waiting times and modernise care.
Watchdog Slams Excessive Force in Immigration Detention
Shocking report reveals excessive restraint and toxic culture in UK immigration detention centres. A frail 70-year-old man was handcuffed despite posing no risk. Read the full investigation.
ATO worker takes 'same job, same pay' to court
An ATO call centre worker employed by Probe Operations applies for a 'same job, same pay' order, challenging the tax office's use of outsourced labour. Could this set a new precedent?
Methylene Blue: The Dangerous Wellness Trend
Wellness influencers are drinking methylene blue dye despite serious health risks. Learn why this textile dye is causing concern among medical experts and poison centres.
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