London office shortage threatens 2.2m jobs
London faces a major economic risk as office space shortage threatens 2.2m jobs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to act now to protect UK competitiveness against global rivals.
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Reeves funds DLR extension to Thamesmead in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights DLR extension to Thamesmead, set to create 10,000 jobs and unlock 30,000 new homes in major London transport upgrade.
Loose Wire Caused Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A single loose wire led to the Dali container ship losing power before it struck Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six. Read the full NTSB investigation report.
Russia boosts defences against Ukrainian strikes
Moscow passes new laws to protect critical infrastructure from Ukrainian drone attacks, deploying reservists and imposing internet blackouts. Explore the Kremlin's response to the escalating conflict.
Cloudflare outage takes down major websites
A major Cloudflare outage left sites like Google, YouTube, and Bet365 inaccessible. Discover the cause and what it reveals about internet fragility. Read the full analysis.
Cloudflare outage hits X, Spotify and ChatGPT
A major Cloudflare outage on Tuesday morning caused widespread disruptions to platforms including X, Spotify and ChatGPT, affecting thousands of users. Discover the full story.
Cloudflare outage downs X, Spotify and ChatGPT
A major Cloudflare outage on Tuesday caused widespread disruption to popular services including X, Spotify and ChatGPT, affecting thousands of users across the UK and globally.
Cloudflare outage sparks global internet errors
A major Cloudflare outage caused widespread internet disruption, affecting sites including X and OpenAI. Discover how this infrastructure failure impacted millions.
X and Cloudflare down for thousands of users
Social media platform X and web infrastructure giant Cloudflare suffered a major outage, disrupting thousands of users and impacting services like OpenAI and Facebook. Get the latest updates.
Camden junction redesign divides traders and cyclists
Camden Council proposes Dutch-style cycle junction after 15 crashes in 5 years. Local traders fear business impact while cyclists welcome safety improvements. Have your say in the consultation.
Louvre closes gallery due to structural weaknesses
The Louvre Museum closes its Campana gallery due to critical structural weaknesses, weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the museum's mounting challenges.
Germany & Netherlands Qualify for World Cup 2026
Germany crushed Slovakia 6-0 while the Netherlands beat Lithuania 4-0 to secure their places at the 2026 World Cup. Read the full match analysis and qualifying roundup.
LSEG Bids for UK Digital Gilt Contract
London Stock Exchange Group enters race for UK's digital gilt settlement contract, marking significant blockchain adoption in financial markets. Discover the implications.
£5.3bn FTSE 250 Infrastructure Merger Agreed
HICL Infrastructure and TRIG agree a £5.3bn merger to form the UK's largest listed infrastructure firm. Discover the details and market impact.
Ukraine signs Greek gas deal as Russia attacks infrastructure
Greece agrees to supply US LNG to Ukraine through 2026, bolstering energy security as Russian strikes cripple power plants. Zelenskyy's European tour focuses on winter defences.
UK roads to shrink for cyclist safety
New government guidance mandates narrower road lanes to prevent dangerous overtaking of cyclists. Discover how this change will affect Britain's roads and drivers.
MPs: Nature Not a Blocker to Housing Growth
A parliamentary inquiry challenges the government's 'lazy narrative' that nature blocks housing. Report warns skills shortages, not environmental rules, are the real barrier to 1.5m home target.
Russian drone attacks on Ukraine railways surge 300%
Ukraine reports threefold increase in railway attacks as Russia targets critical infrastructure. Over 800 assaults recorded in 2025 alone, causing $1bn in damage.
Russia launches 'wicked' 430-drone attack on Kyiv
President Zelenskyy condemns Russia's massive overnight assault on Ukraine, which used 430 drones and 18 missiles. At least four killed, dozens wounded. Urgent calls for strengthened air defence.
London: Housing and Nature Can Coexist, Says GLA
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
Slovakia's 6km/h Pavement Speed Limit Sparks Outcry
Slovakia introduces a controversial 6km/h speed limit for cyclists and skateboarders on pavements from 2026, facing criticism for being impractical. Discover the full story.
Schroders Capital CEO Bullish on UK Investment
Schroders Capital CEO reveals why he's optimistic about UK investment opportunities in private assets. Discover the three key sectors driving growth.
Scotland plans £1.5bn bond issue after credit rating
First Minister John Swinney hails a 'proud day' as Scotland secures top credit ratings, paving the way for a £1.5bn bond issue in 2026-27 to fund key infrastructure projects.
Scotland to issue £1.5bn in 'Kilt' bonds after rating
The Scottish government announces plans to issue £1.5bn in bonds, nicknamed 'Kilts', following strong credit ratings from Moody's and S&P. Proceeds to fund key infrastructure projects.
Berlin reverses green transport policies amid protests
Berlin's new conservative government slashes cycling and pedestrian funding while prioritising cars, triggering climate protests and dividing communities over urban mobility.
Italy's Messina Bridge Project Faces Renewed Opposition
Italy's controversial €13.5bn Messina Bridge project faces legal challenges as locals prefer improving public services over the world's longest suspension bridge. Read why Sicilians remain sceptical.
Anthropic announces $50bn US datacentre investment
Anthropic reveals a massive $50 billion investment in new US datacentres to power its Claude AI, creating thousands of jobs amid growing industry expansion. Discover the implications.
Newly opened Chinese bridge collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed 758-metre bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties reported, but an investigation is underway. Read the latest details.
Central London's Holborn Gets Major Cycling Upgrade
Camden Council reveals ambitious Holborn Liveable Neighbourhood scheme with pedestrianisation and dedicated cycle lanes to transform central London streets. Discover the changes.
New UK Cyber Bill Targets Critical Infrastructure Security
The UK government introduces a new cyber security bill, mandating stricter rules for critical infrastructure following major attacks on the NHS, JLR, and M&S. Learn how this impacts national security.
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