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First wild beaver in Norfolk for 400 years

A mysterious wild beaver has been filmed building a lodge at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve in Norfolk, marking the species' first recorded appearance in the county for four centuries. Discover the story.

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.

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.

London Boroughs Rank in UK's Top 3 Happiest Places

Richmond upon Thames and Camden have secured podium spots in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover why these London areas topped the list for their green spaces and vibrant atmosphere.

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.

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 to decide on £2.5m executive payouts

Thames Water's remuneration committee will meet next week to decide on controversial £2.46m retention payments to senior managers as the utility fights for survival. Read the latest on the crisis.

New Parramatta River Beach Opens at Bedlam Bay

Sydney's first new harbour beach in decades has opened at Bedlam Bay. While offering a scenic swim spot, visitors are advised to watch for oyster shells. Discover this urban oasis.

Starmer defends Labour's 43 tax rises

Sir Keir Starmer insists Labour 'kept to our manifesto' despite announcing 43 tax rises in Rachel Reeves' budget. Discover how income tax thresholds and pensions changes will affect you.

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