Oil hits 4-week high as US-Iran tensions escalate
Crude oil prices surged to four-week highs after Washington reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and the two countries traded attacks, with Brent crude jumping 4.55% to $87.08.
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Walthamstow fire: 30 gardens destroyed, one home lost
A massive fire in Walthamstow destroyed 30+ gardens and one home. 125 firefighters battled the blaze. Residents describe a 'warzone' and 'inferno'. Overground line closed until Thursday.
Boy, 3, dies after falling from hotel window in Cyprus
A three-year-old British boy died after falling from a fourth-floor hotel window in Cyprus while playing with his father. The father was arrested on suspicion of negligence.
Robot swims underwater then flies like a bird in new study
A new ultra-lightweight robot can swim underwater before emerging to fly through the air like a bird, inspired by diving birds like puffins and gulls.
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UK's biggest community solar farm shut over grid overload
Britain's biggest community solar farm, Derril Water in Devon, forced to shut for summer by grid operator to avoid overload, costing members £2m in lost revenue.
UK couple burned in Almeria wildfires
A British couple was found burned and semi-conscious in Almeria, Spain, after wildfires swept through the region, officials reported.
Tour de France stage nine shortened by 30km due to heatwave
Stage nine of the Tour de France has been cut from 185.5km to 155.5km due to a red heatwave alert in central France, with temperatures near 40°C.
NZ AI datacentre plan sparks local backlash over transparency
Plans for a NZ$3.5bn AI datacentre in Makarewa, New Zealand, face local opposition over electricity, water use, noise, and lack of transparency.
Telstra must 'face the music' over outage: Minister
Communications minister Anika Wells says Telstra must rebuild trust after a nationwide outage, as ACMA investigates and warns of up to $30m in penalties.
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Sizewell B nuclear plant extended to 2055
The Sizewell B nuclear power station in Suffolk will operate until 2055 after a 20-year life extension approved by the UK government, supporting clean energy goals.
Low-E windows may set neighbours' property on fire
Low-emissivity windows keep buildings warm in winter and cool in summer, but bowed glass can concentrate reflected sunlight, causing fires. Instances include scorched decking and melted turf.
Hosepipe ban for 350,000 as UK heatwave breaks records
A hosepipe ban affecting over 350,000 people comes into effect for the first time in 30 years as the UK heatwave breaks records, with temperatures exceeding 34°C for eight days.
Data centre boom fuels neighbourhood disruption
Surge in data centre construction is causing noise, pollution, and power grid strain in residential areas, with local communities demanding tighter regulations.
Severn Trent spared fine despite wastewater failures
Ofwat spared Severn Trent a fine despite serious wastewater breaches, citing proactive identification and £98m investment leading to 41% spill reduction.
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Russian fuel shortages worsen amid Ukraine drone strikes
Ukraine's drone campaign on Russian oil refineries has caused fuel shortages across Russia, with queues, price hikes, and economic disruption spreading from Crimea to Moscow.
Thames Water creditors to bid even if nationalised
Thames Water creditors will pursue a bid for the debt-laden utility even if it is temporarily nationalised under Andy Burnham, with a £10bn rescue proposal under discussion with Ofwat.
Piccadilly Line finally getting air con after 120 years
The Piccadilly Line, turning 120 in December, will be the first deep-level Tube line with air conditioning as part of a £3.4 billion upgrade, with 94 new trains rolling out from December 2026.
Polar Capital Plans AI Boost to Assets Without Adding Staff
Polar Capital aims to leverage AI to increase assets under management without hiring additional staff, focusing on efficiency and scalability.
UK AI growth zone plans 'complete bunk', investigation finds
A Guardian investigation reveals that Britain's AI growth zone plans, including Lanarkshire's renewable-powered datacentre, are not feasible by 2030, with inflated job numbers and unsecured funding.
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Scottish village AI data centre Lanarkshire
A Lanarkshire village will host a major AI data centre, bringing jobs and investment but raising environmental concerns.
London heatwave to last until July 14 with highs of 34C
London's heatwave continues with six consecutive 30C+ days from July 6. BBC forecasts highs up to 32C, while Met Office predicts 33-34C. Cooling expected after July 14.
Postecoglou lands Al-Nassr job, will coach Ronaldo
Ange Postecoglou has been named Al-Nassr head coach on a two-year deal, tasked with managing Cristiano Ronaldo after Premier League struggles.
International rescuers in Venezuela earthquake hellscape
International rescue teams have arrived in Venezuela following a catastrophic earthquake that has left thousands feared dead and cities in ruins, with aid efforts hampered by political and economic crises.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in UK small nuclear reactors
A consortium led by billionaire Michał Sołowow plans to build 14 small modular reactors on three UK sites, powering 8m homes for 60+ years with £35bn private capital.
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Nestlé changes classic KitKat recipe across Europe
Nestlé is updating the KitKat recipe across Europe with a hazelnut flavour boost and extra crunch, but UK fans won't notice any difference as the British recipe is deemed 'already perfect.'
AI datacentre boom threatens housing, inflation in Australia
Transport for NSW and RBA warn datacentres compete for industrial land, pushing up prices and inflation. Calls grow for a national pause on approvals.
Millions urged to submit energy meter readings after price hike
Energy prices rose 13% today as Ofgem's price cap increased. Consumers without smart meters are urged to submit readings to avoid overpaying. Analysts warn high rates may persist until winter due to Middle East conflict.
Merton Council threatens to seize e-bikes at Wimbledon
Merton Council has warned it will seize Lime and Forest e-bikes if Wimbledon crowds continue to ignore parking rules, causing safety issues and blocking pavements.
BlueCrest Loses £200M Supreme Court Tax Appeal
Hedge fund BlueCrest Capital Management lost its Supreme Court tax appeal, facing a £200 million bill after a unanimous ruling that its partners were trading, not investing.
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Cost to rewire UK electricity network could reach £90bn
The cost of rewiring Great Britain's electricity networks through the 2030s could reach £89bn, 50% higher than earlier estimates, according to the National Energy System Operator.
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