The Met Office has issued urgent snow and ice warnings for 79 areas across the UK, with some facing -12C chills. Residents are advised to gather torches, batteries, and power packs for potential 90-hour disruptions.
Residents forced into the cold after a 'huge bang' and power loss in Birkenhead. A 30m cordon is in place as emergency services and Scottish Power respond.
A major incident in Birkenhead has led to a large-scale evacuation and power loss for multiple postcodes. Emergency services are on scene. Follow for live updates.
Power cuts from winter storms can be life-threatening. Learn expert-backed steps for preparation, staying safe during an outage, and planning for the next one. Essential reading for UK households.
Married At First Sight's Jessika Power reveals her brother Rhyce suffered a frightening health scare just before Christmas, leaving him hospitalised with a broken scapula.
The director of Chernobyl warns a direct Russian missile hit could collapse the plant's inner radiation shelter, risking a new disaster. Read the latest on the nuclear threat.
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.
A major power failure has left 130,000 San Francisco residents and businesses in the dark. Authorities urge the public to stay indoors amid significant transit disruptions.
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.
Fears grow as a drone strike cracks the $2bn Chernobyl containment dome, compromising its safety. The IAEA urges urgent repairs to prevent a nuclear hazard. Read the full report.
The protective shield over Chernobyl's Reactor 4 is severely damaged, losing its ability to contain radioactive material. Urgent repairs are needed to prevent a nuclear safety crisis. Read the full IAEA report.
Major safety recall for 210,000 INIU power banks sold on Amazon. Stop using immediately due to fire and burn hazards. Check your model and serial number now for a full refund.
Nearly 40 years after the nuclear disaster, Chernobyl's exclusion zone reveals bizarre animal mutations, including colour-changing frogs and cancer-resistant wolves. Discover the shocking findings.
The protective shield at Chernobyl is damaged and no longer blocks radiation after a Russian strike, the IAEA warns. Follow for breaking updates.
A black fungus thriving in Chernobyl's ruins converts deadly gamma rays into energy. NASA now eyes it as a lightweight shield for lunar astronauts. Discover the science of 'radiosynthesis'.
Massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv leaves two dead, 500,000 without power. Ukraine appeals for Western air defence support as energy infrastructure targeted.
The BBC was forced to apologise after a power cut disrupted its live coverage of the Women's Champions League match between Chelsea and Barcelona at Stamford Bridge.
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.
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.
A widow of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, Natalia Khodemchuk, 62, has been killed in a Russian missile strike on her Kyiv apartment block. Read the full report on this tragic attack.
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.
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's rapid transition to renewables has triggered soaring electricity costs, with consumers paying the price for grid instability and infrastructure challenges.
Chaos erupted at Villa Park as the Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Tottenham was dramatically abandoned due to a catastrophic power failure, leaving thousands of fans in darkness and confusion.
Households across the UK will receive three hours of complimentary artisanal electricity in an unprecedented national initiative. Discover what makes this 'power gift' special and how to maximise your free energy window.
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.
As China transforms into a global superpower, Britain faces a critical moment of reckoning - from defence strategy to cultural attitudes. An in-depth analysis of the shifting power dynamics.
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.
Exclusive research reveals how wolves in Chernobyl's Exclusion Zone have developed genetic mutations that appear to protect them from cancer, offering potential breakthroughs for human medicine.
Exclusive research reveals startling discovery of dogs with unique blue-black fur roaming Chernobyl's radioactive wasteland, offering new insights into long-term radiation effects on mammals.
Vladimir Putin has triggered international concern by announcing Russia's development of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile with 'unlimited range', dubbed the 'Flying Chernobyl' by Western analysts. The Russian president's chilling declaration comes ami