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South Wales Winter Energy Crisis as Deep Freeze Looms

Exclusive: A perfect storm of severe weather warnings and soaring energy costs threatens to plunge South Wales into a winter crisis, with MPs warning of unaffordable bills and a 'serious problem' for vulnerable residents.

UK Winter Energy Bills Set to Soar From October

Millions of UK households face a costly winter as energy bills are predicted to rise significantly from October, despite a drop in the official price cap. Experts warn of a 'very, very difficult' period ahead.

Five April bill shocks set to hammer UK households

Millions of UK families are on high alert for a devastating five-pronged financial hit this April. Our exclusive guide reveals the looming bill shocks and the urgent steps you must take to protect your wallet.

Josh Allen wears protective mask at Bills practice

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen was spotted wearing a protective face mask during practice, sparking concern among fans. Get the latest on his condition and what it means for the team.

Reeves Scraps VAT on Energy Bills in Cost-of-Living Move

Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her first major economic move, scrapping the controversial 5% VAT on household energy bills. The bold intervention aims to slash costs for millions of families and businesses grappling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

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.

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.

Harbaugh's Costly Timeout Gifts Bills Victory Over Ravens

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh faces intense scrutiny after a critical fourth-quarter timeout negated a game-changing defensive stop, paving the way for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills to snatch a dramatic 23-20 victory.

Ravens' Hilarious Halftime Blunder in NFL Game

In a bizarre and comical moment during the Ravens vs. Bills NFL game, Baltimore players mistakenly charged onto the field thinking it was halftime, causing confusion and laughter. Get the full story on this unforgettable sporting gaffe.

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.

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 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.

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