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Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025

Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.

Brit Jailed in Iran for a Decade on Spying Charges

Exclusive: The harrowing ten-year ordeal of a British family whose son, Anoosheh Ashoori, remains imprisoned in Iran on widely condemned espionage charges. A desperate plea for justice from a heartbroken mother and father.

Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water

A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers

Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.

How War Forged a New Grassroots Nationalism in Iran

Exclusive report from Iran reveals a profound shift in national identity. Beyond the regime's rhetoric, a resilient, grassroots patriotism is flourishing amidst conflict, uniting a deeply divided society in unexpected ways.

Mass Grave Uncovered Beneath Iranian Car Park

A grim secret has been unearthed in the Iranian city of Abadan, where a car park was found to be hiding a mass grave believed to contain victims of the Islamic Republic's brutal crackdown on dissent.

Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike

Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen

Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms

Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern

UK sanctions Iran's top prosecutor over protest crackdown

The UK government imposes a fresh wave of sanctions on Iran's Prosecutor General, Mohammad Jafar Montazeri, for his central role in the regime's brutal crackdown on protestors. This decisive move targets the regime's 'sham trials' and death sentences.

UK Boil Water Alert Over Parasite Fears

Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

Iran Braces for 'Dangerous' UN Sanctions

Exclusive: Iranians face a deepening economic crisis as the UN Security Council considers reimposing crippling sanctions, with citizens fearing a return to the harsh austerity of the past.

Brit in Iran Jail: Family's Anguish After Trump Comment

The family of British-Iranian national Morad Tahbaz, imprisoned in Iran, express deep concern after Donald Trump's controversial election remarks suggested he would not prioritise their loved one's release.

Iran Accused of Orchestrating Antisemitic Attacks in Australia

Australian intelligence agencies uncover a disturbing campaign of antisemitic vandalism and intimidation across Melbourne and Sydney, allegedly directed by the Iranian regime. Exclusive details on the investigation, targets, and the government's response.

Iran Threatens British Nationals in Major Diplomatic Escalation

Iran issues a stark warning to the UK, threatening to target British nationals in response to perceived support for opposition groups. Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy and former Home Secretary Priti Patel weigh in on the escalating diplomatic crisis.

British Couple Charged with Espionage in Iranian Court

A British-Australian academic and her partner are facing espionage charges in Iran after being detained for months without formal accusation. Their family breaks silence on the shocking secret court case.

Clementine Ford sparks outrage over Iran attack comments

Controversial Australian writer Clementine Ford sparks fury after suggesting Iran's missile strike on Israel was a response to a synagogue attack. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Jewish leaders condemn the inflammatory remarks.

Govt plans emergency Thames Water takeover amid debt crisis

Exclusive: Ministers and regulators prepare contingency plan for Thames Water's potential collapse as Britain's largest water supplier struggles under massive debt burden, raising concerns about bills and service delivery.

Iranian diplomats flee Canberra embassy in sudden night exit

EXCLUSIVE: Iranian diplomatic staff have been seen abruptly vacating their Canberra embassy in a hurried overnight operation, loading vehicles with sensitive equipment and personal effects, sparking intense speculation about a mass expulsion by the Austra

Russia Blocks Iran Nuclear Sanctions at UN

Russia has blocked a UN resolution to reimpose sanctions on Iran's nuclear programme, creating a significant rift with Western powers and raising fears about the collapse of the 2015 deal.

Albanese's Secret Iran Prisoner Negotiations Revealed

Exclusive insights into the secret diplomatic efforts by Australian PM Anthony Albanese to secure the release of academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from an Iranian prison. Discover the high-stakes negotiations and her courageous survival story.

England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth

Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.

England's growing water crisis explained

England faces an unprecedented water shortage, with experts warning of dire consequences. Discover the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to this growing crisis.

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