Man dies as tree falls on caravan in Cornwall storm
A man in his 50s was found dead in Helston after a tree fell on his caravan during Storm Goretti. Thousands remain without power as weather warnings continue.
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Storm Goretti red warning leaves 51,000 homes powerless
A rare red weather warning is in force as Storm Goretti batters the UK with 99mph winds, cutting power to over 51,000 properties. Authorities urge people to stay indoors.
ITV boss 'lost sleep' over 220 job cuts and show reductions
Dame Carolyn McCall reveals the ultimate fate of Loose Women and Lorraine as ITV enforces major cuts. Over 220 jobs are at risk in a bid to recoup savings. Read the full story.
San Francisco Blackout Affects 130,000 Homes & Businesses
A major power failure plunged swathes of San Francisco into darkness, disrupting transit and Christmas festivities. Read the latest on the cause and restoration efforts.
San Francisco Blackout Affects 130,000 Properties
A major power failure plunged large parts of San Francisco into darkness on Saturday, disrupting transit and businesses. PG&E is working to restore supply. Read the latest updates.
US Regulators Allow Data Centres to Plug into Power Plants
US federal regulators have approved a plan allowing tech giants to connect data centres directly to power plants, aiming to meet surging AI energy demand. Read the full analysis of the implications.
£28bn UK grid upgrade approved, bills to rise by £30
Ofgem greenlights a £28bn upgrade to Britain's gas and electricity networks. The investment, funded via bills, will add a net £30 annually by 2031 but aims to prevent costly grid congestion.
Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
NASA Solar Flare Alert: X-Class Blast Risks Power Grids
NASA issues a warning as a powerful X1.9 solar flare could disrupt power grids, GPS, and communications worldwide. Learn about the risks of geomagnetic storms.
Australian energy crisis: Blackout risk for millions
Australia's east coast faces heightened blackout risks from 2027 as energy grid struggles with coal plant closures. Find out what's being done to prevent power shortages.
GOP Cuts Grid Funding as Energy Prices Soar
Senate Republicans propose slashing funding for US energy grid modernisation by 25%, a move critics warn could exacerbate rising household bills and grid reliability issues. Discover the implications.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
UK Wind Power Hits Record High of 22,711 MW
UK wind power sets a new record, generating enough electricity for 22 million homes. Discover how this milestone accelerates the push for a zero-carbon grid.
Ukrainian energy workers risk lives amid Russian attacks
As Russia targets Ukraine's energy grid, workers like Mykhailo stay at their posts, with over 160 killed since the invasion began. Discover their critical mission to keep the lights on.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Storm Claudia Causes Power Cuts in Ireland
Storm Claudia has left thousands without power and caused significant flooding in Ireland's south-east. Read the latest updates on the aftermath and official response.
Storm Claudia Causes Power Cuts and Flooding in Ireland
Storm Claudia has left thousands without power and caused significant flooding in Ireland. Get the latest updates on the storm's impact and ongoing recovery efforts.
Vietnam and Philippines hit by major power outages
Major power outages hit Vietnam and the Philippines as extreme heatwave pushes electricity grids to breaking point, causing widespread disruption across the region.
Solar Storm Alert: Earth Faces Direct Hit Today
A powerful solar storm is on collision course with Earth today, threatening to trigger widespread power blackouts, GPS failures, and technological chaos across the United States and beyond.
JPMorgan Chase Faces Criminal Probe Over NYC Construction
Major US banking giant JPMorgan Chase under federal scrutiny after workers allegedly damaged protected conduits containing fibre optic cables during Manhattan construction project.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
Ukraine: Russian power grid attacks are nuclear terrorism
Ukrainian officials condemn systematic Russian strikes on energy infrastructure as acts of nuclear terrorism, risking catastrophic consequences across Europe.
Vietnam power cuts: Cities face blackouts in heatwave
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience widespread power cuts as extreme temperatures push Vietnam's electricity grid to breaking point, disrupting businesses and daily life.
INIU Pocket Rocket: The Ultimate Slim Power Bank Review
Discover why the INIU Pocket Rocket is revolutionising portable charging with its ultra-slim design, rapid charging capabilities, and travel-friendly features that make power anxiety a thing of the past.
Get paid to use less electricity during peak times
Thousands of UK households could earn up to £100 annually by reducing electricity usage during high-demand periods through National Grid's innovative energy scheme.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Brundle's Mexican GP grid walk nightmare: Celebs snub F1 legend
Sky Sports' Martin Brundle faced repeated rejections during his iconic grid walk at the Mexican Grand Prix as Hollywood stars and celebrities repeatedly blanked the F1 veteran in awkward televised moments.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Reconnected to Ukraine Grid
Europe's largest nuclear facility has been successfully reconnected to Ukraine's external power supply after emergency repairs, averting potential catastrophe amid ongoing conflict.
UK Blackout Protection: Best Backup Power Solutions
As power cuts become more frequent, discover the best backup power sources to keep your home running during outages. From portable power stations to solar generators, we reveal the top options for UK households.
Georgia's data centre boom triggers electricity crisis
Explosive growth of energy-hungry data centres in Georgia is triggering electricity shortages, soaring consumer bills, and urgent calls for regulatory action as the state's power grid struggles to cope.
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