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Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover

Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.

Scotland's £500m Green Energy Investment in Highlands

The Scottish Government is spearheading a massive £500 million investment in the Highlands and Islands' green energy sector, partnering with a US private equity firm to create sustainable jobs and boost the local economy.

UK's £95bn Mega-Airport Set to Rival Heathrow

Plans for a colossal new £95 billion mega-airport in the UK are unveiled, promising to become the world's largest and most advanced aviation hub, challenging Heathrow's dominance with six parallel runways and seamless high-speed rail connections.

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

Thames Water: Creditors propose £20bn rescue package

Major creditors have tabled a radical £20 billion restructuring plan to rescue Thames Water from administration, aiming to secure the future of Britain's largest water company and prevent a national crisis.

Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis

The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem

Heathrow's £1.3bn Runway Costs Before Construction

Exclusive: Heathrow Airport has spent a staggering £1.3 billion on its stalled third runway project, with costs now exceeding £120 million per month, new freedom of information data reveals.

Heathrow expansion teams up with world's best airport

Arora Group founder Surinder Arora partners with world-renowned Changi Airport to bolster the controversial £25bn Heathrow third runway expansion plan, promising a passenger experience revolution.

Australia mandates 100% renewable energy by 2035

Australia's parliament passes landmark legislation requiring 100% renewable electricity by 2035, backed by a multi-billion dollar investment in grid infrastructure and storage, positioning the nation as a global clean energy leader.

Trump's Broken Water Promise to California Exposed

Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump's unfulfilled vow to solve California's water crisis with a massive infrastructure project has left Central Valley farmers and communities disillusioned, as the promised 'gigantic' task force and water plan never m

Ireland's Israeli Securities Sale Sparks Diplomatic Row

Ireland's controversial €13 million sale of Israeli securities, prompted by human rights concerns, has ignited a political firestorm, drawn criticism from Israel, and raised questions over the strategic management of the €16 billion National Treasury Mana

London Tops UK Chart for Cycling Commutes

New data reveals London leads the UK in cycling to work, with a 7% surge in bike commutes. Discover the boroughs driving this green transport boom and the government's active travel strategy.

Dubai Fund Takes Major Stake in London Stock Exchange

Dubai's sovereign wealth fund secures a 10.3% stake in LSEG, marking a significant Middle Eastern investment in the heart of the UK's financial infrastructure and raising questions about foreign influence.

Kyiv Under Mass Air Attack: Residents Show Defiance

The Ukrainian capital endures another devastating mass air attack as Russia intensifies its campaign against energy infrastructure. Citizens display remarkable resilience amidst the destruction.

West Ham Women in US private equity investment talks

West Ham United's women's team is in exclusive negotiations with a US private equity firm for a significant strategic investment, signalling a major shift in the landscape of women's football ownership and finance.

Hanson's Explosive Speech: Stop All Immigration Now

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has ignited a firestorm in Australian Parliament with a blistering speech calling for an immediate stop to all immigration, citing infrastructure strain and loss of national identity.

Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding

The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr

Venice Beach declared hazardous due to sinkholes and sewage

Exclusive: Venice Beach, California's world-famous coastline, faces emergency closure as dangerous sinkholes, raw sewage spills, and crumbling infrastructure create a severe public health hazard. Authorities warn visitors to avoid the area.

Philly Commuters Trapped on Train for Five Harrowing Hours

Commuters on a SEPTA train in Philadelphia endured a nightmare scenario, trapped underground for over five hours without power or air conditioning. The harrowing incident has sparked outrage and calls for infrastructure investment.

£30m investment for cricket domes in Preston and Luton

The UK government has announced a major £30 million investment to construct state-of-the-art cricket domes in Preston and Luton, aimed at revolutionising grassroots cricket and creating year-round playing opportunities across communities.

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