Passenger electrocuted in Essex hot air balloon crash
A hot air balloon crash in Essex left two injured after striking power lines. Read the AAIB report details on the shocking incident and the pilot's emergency response.
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Cable news coverage of fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting analysed
Cable news networks provided extensive coverage of the fatal shooting of a woman by a federal ICE agent in Minneapolis on 7 January 2026, featuring contrasting commentary from former officials.
Japan nuclear plant hit by 6.2 magnitude earthquake
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Shimane Nuclear Power Station in western Japan. Officials report the plant is operating normally with no irregularities detected. Read the latest updates.
Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy survivor dies in eBike accident
A 15-year-old boy who survived the 2021 Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy has been killed in an eBike accident in Devonport, Tasmania. Read the full story.
Berlin power grid attack leaves 35,000 homes without electricity
A major power outage in Berlin leaves tens of thousands without heat or light in sub-zero temperatures. Officials blame left-wing extremists for the arson attack. Read the latest.
Two dead after car plunges into icy Kent river
A young girl is believed to be among two killed after a Ford Fiesta left the road near Iwade, Kent. A third person is in hospital. Read the latest on this tragic accident.
Berlin power cut hits 45,000 homes after suspected arson
A suspected arson attack on power cables in Berlin has left 45,500 homes without electricity, with repairs expected to last until Thursday amid freezing conditions. Read the latest updates.
New Year's rail chaos after 200m of cables stolen
Thieves stole 200m of signalling cables in South Yorkshire, causing major train delays and cancellations for New Year's travellers. Full details on the disruption and impact.
Finland seizes ship over Baltic Sea cable damage
Finnish authorities detain cargo vessel suspected of damaging a vital undersea telecoms cable between Helsinki and Tallinn. The incident raises security concerns in the strategically sensitive Baltic Sea.
Najib Razak found guilty in latest 1MDB trial
Jailed former Malaysian leader Najib Razak convicted of abuse of power in the multi-billion dollar 1MDB scandal. He denies all wrongdoing. Follow for the latest updates.
Man dies in McDonald's drive-thru 'freak accident'
A 69-year-old man was killed after becoming trapped between his car and a McDonald's drive-thru counter in a tragic incident in Nebraska. Police confirm it was a 'freak accident'.
Fears as Japan restarts nuclear power 15 years after Fukushima
Japan is restarting its largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster. Local residents and experts voice deep concerns over safety and fairness. Read the full story.
Pop-Up Planetarium 'Go UK' Lands at Battersea Power Station
A cutting-edge pop-up planetarium, Planetarium Go UK, arrives at Battersea Power Station for a limited run from Jan 30 to Mar 1, 2026. Tickets from £15. Book now for a 360-degree space adventure.
Renewable Energy Can Curb Climate Crisis, Says McKibben
Climate activist Bill McKibben argues cheap solar and wind power offer a crucial tool to mitigate global heating, highlighting China's leadership and the US's missed opportunity.
Ukraine power cuts after Russian winter attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and casualties as temperatures plummet. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
How Trump and Putin's craving for status threatens Europe
Analysis reveals how Trump's US and Putin's Russia, both driven by a desire for respect, aim to dismantle the European project. Explore the threat to the liberal world order.
Victoria's First Public Wind Farm Launches
Victoria's first publicly owned wind farm, Delburn, is now operational in the Latrobe Valley, marking a major shift in the state's energy strategy and creating local jobs. Discover the impact.
Planetarium Go UK Debuts at Battersea Power Station
An immersive mobile planetarium from Spain, Planetarium Go, will launch its UK debut at London's Battersea Power Station from January 30 to March 1, 2025. Tickets from £15.
Motorcyclist and passenger killed in Kent van crash
A man and woman in their 30s died in a head-on collision between a Triumph motorcycle and a Ford van on the A228 near Tunbridge Wells. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Mass Power Outage Halts San Francisco, Freezes Robotaxis
A major power failure left 130,000 PG&E customers in the dark across San Francisco, crippling traffic signals and stranding autonomous Waymo vehicles. Mayor urges residents to stay indoors.
Runner killed by low-hanging power cable near Kendal
John 'Harry' Oates died instantly after contacting a live 11kv cable while training. His family disputes the power firm's 'unforeseeable' claim, citing prior incidents.
Truth Social Announces $6bn Merger with Fusion Power Firm
Donald Trump's social media company, TMTG, plans a $6bn merger with TAE Technologies to build fusion plants powering AI datacentres. Read the full story.
Teens arrested in £80k stolen tools raid at Hounslow boot sale
Police seize £80,000 of suspected stolen power tools at a Hounslow car boot sale, arresting two 15-year-old boys and two men. Officers urge tradespeople to mark their property.
Funding boost for England's most-deprived councils
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement, while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore local services?
Paddy Power Betfair pays £2m over gambling safeguards
Paddy Power Betfair to pay £2m after Gambling Commission finds it acted too slowly to protect customers, including one who staked £86,000 in 16 days. Read the full investigation details.
Betting giants pay £2m over social responsibility failings
Flutter Entertainment's Paddy Power and Betfair agree to a £2m settlement with the Gambling Commission after systems failed to detect harmful betting patterns. Read the full investigation.
Paddy Power Betfair fined £2m by Gambling Commission
The Gambling Commission has issued a £2m penalty to Paddy Power Betfair for serious social responsibility failures. Discover the details of the case and the regulator's warning.
UK's sunniest year on record boosts solar energy
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's sunniest year since records began in 1910, with over 1,600 hours of sunshine driving a major increase in solar power generation. Discover the regional breakdown and climate insights.
2025 is UK's sunniest year on record
The UK has recorded its sunniest year ever in 2025, with over 1,622 hours of sunshine driving record solar power generation. Discover the regional breakdown and the climate mystery.
Paris Unveils Europe's Longest Urban Cable Car
Paris launches a 4.5km cable car, Europe's longest, connecting isolated suburbs to the Metro in 18 minutes. Could London learn from this transport solution?
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