Category : Policy


UK Grid Issues Rare Summer Warning Amid Heatwave

Great Britain's grid operator Neso issued a rare summer electricity margin notice for Wednesday evening as a heatwave drives up demand from fans and air conditioning, requiring an extra 1,900 MW of capacity.

O2 to Switch Off 2G by 2029, Impacting Millions

O2 will shut down its 2G network by 2029, following the 3G switch-off. The move aims to expand 4G and 5G coverage, reduce energy, and improve speeds. Millions of users relying on 2G devices must upgrade.

France vs Iraq Suspended at Half-Time Due to Weather

France's World Cup match against Iraq was suspended at half-time due to lightning strikes. Play resumed after a two-hour delay, with Kylian Mbappe scoring a brace in a 3-0 win. Lionel Messi also scored twice to send Argentina into the knockout stages.

Schools Close as Red Extreme Heat Warning Issued

The Met Office has issued red extreme heat warnings for parts of England and Wales, with temperatures potentially reaching 40C. Schools across the UK are closing or implementing early finishes to ensure safety.

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