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Thames Water creditors agree £1.6bn rescue deal

Thames Water's creditors have agreed to a crucial £1.6bn financial restructuring plan as Britain's largest water company battles to avoid collapse, while Tesco reports strong profits and markets react to economic uncertainty.

FIFO worker Courtney Jane found dead in WA bushland

The heartbreaking discovery of 29-year-old FIFO worker Courtney Jane's body in remote Western Australia has left the mining community in mourning as police investigate the circumstances surrounding her tragic death.

NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks

Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.

British Gas owner profits triple to £3.3bn

Centrica, parent company of British Gas, announces record profits while millions struggle with soaring energy bills, sparking political controversy and calls for windfall taxes.

Michelle Mone's Secret £29m PPE Profit Revealed

Explosive documents reveal Baroness Michelle Mone and her children secretly profited £29m from PPE Medro, the company she lobbied government to award massive pandemic contracts.

Aussie Mining Stock Skyrockets Nearly 500% in Shock Rally

In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.

Dyson profits plummet 50% in challenging year

British tech giant Dyson faces a challenging year with profits nearly halving to £447m, as founder Sir James Dyson warns of 'difficult global conditions' impacting the premium appliance market.

Kingfisher profits slump as UK DIY boom fades

Owner Kingfisher reports a sharp 22.5% drop in half-year profits as post-pandemic demand for home improvement shrinks, with sales falling across its B&Q and Screwfix chains.

Myer Profits Plummet 35% in Challenging Retail Climate

Australian department store giant Myer reports a dramatic 35% fall in full-year net profit, citing intense competition and cost-of-living pressures. The retailer's outlook remains cautious amidst challenging market conditions.

1984 Miners' Strike Artefacts Saved for the Nation

A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.

Temu's UK Revenue & Profits Soar in Stunning Growth

Chinese online marketplace Temu more than doubled its UK revenues to £1.1bn and saw pre-tax profits skyrocket in its first full year of operation, new filings reveal. Discover the strategy behind its rapid conquest of the British retail market.

NSW Fights Lead Mine Near School as Child Protection Fails

Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

Crystal hunter convicted for smashing protected cliffs

A crystal collector has been convicted for causing criminal damage after using a sledgehammer to smash rocks in a protected conservation area to sell the pieces in his shop. Read the full story of the destruction in the Yorkshire Dales.

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