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Southampton bans all weekend holiday rentals

The exclusive New York beach enclave of Southampton has enacted a radical ban on all short-term weekend rentals, a dramatic move to reclaim neighbourhoods from disruptive tourists and preserve its dwindling year-round community.

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.

Spinal Tap II Confirmed: Ed Sheeran Joins Cast

Exclusive details on the long-awaited Spinal Tap II, featuring Ed Sheeran, The Morning Show's reunion, and Josh Widdicombe's new comedy. Full casting and release news inside.

North Korea bans hamburgers, ice cream in cultural crackdown

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has launched a drastic crackdown on Western cultural influences, outlawing hamburgers, ice cream, and karaoke machines in a sweeping purge of foreign imports deemed 'decadent' and a threat to the regime's ideology.

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.

Spinal Tap 2 Review: A Triumphant Return to Eleven

Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, and Harry Shearer reunite after four decades for 'Spinal Tap II', a sequel that proves some bands truly are too loud to fade. Our review of the long-awaited rock mockumentary.

Curtis & Deschanel Dazzle at Spinal Tap 2 LA Premiere

Hollywood icons Jamie Lee Curtis and Zooey Deschanel led a glamorous celebrity turnout at the Los Angeles premiere of 'This Is Spinal Tap 2', joined by Christopher Guest and Jonathan Scott for a night of rock and roll nostalgia.

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.

Nepal bans social media after deadly protests kill five

Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the

Nepal bans X, WhatsApp, and YouTube in social media crackdown

Nepal's government has enacted a drastic ban on 26 social media platforms, including global giants X, WhatsApp, and YouTube, citing national security and social harmony concerns. The move sparks immediate debate over digital rights and freedom of expressi

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.

Banish Limescale With 29p Kitchen Staple

Discover the incredibly easy and cheap hack using white vinegar to remove stubborn limescale from your taps and showerheads without harsh chemicals.

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

UK May Ban High-Caffeine Energy Drinks for Under-16s

The UK government is considering a ban on high-caffeine energy drinks for children under 16, following alarming health concerns and pressure from medical experts. Learn about the potential legislation and its implications.

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

Tap Water Lithium Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk

Groundbreaking research from the UK suggests trace amounts of lithium in drinking water may significantly reduce dementia risk. Discover how this common element could revolutionise preventive brain health strategies.

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.

New contactless rail ticket tech to end passenger queues

A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 Sells Out in Record Pre-Order Rush

The new Apple Watch Ultra 2 has sold out online within hours, with delivery dates slipping to October. Get the latest on availability, new features like the S9 chip & Double Tap, and why fans are rushing to upgrade.

Huge Sale On Leak-Proof Water Bottles

Beat the heat and save big! Huge discounts on premium, eco-friendly water bottles from Chilly's, Ocean Bottle, and more. Limited time offer for savvy shoppers.

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.

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