London mobile network ranks 70th globally amid planning issues
London has fallen to 70th place in global mobile performance rankings, down from 38th in 2022, as planning rules and development bottlenecks hamper network improvements.
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London's mobile network falls to 70th in global rankings
London has dropped to 70th place in global mobile performance rankings, down from 38th in 2022, as network improvements lag behind other major cities.
Heathrow third runway delayed to 2039 as Reeves plan 'unrealistic'
Heathrow's third runway will be delayed by four years until 2039, with Rachel Reeves' £49bn plan deemed 'unrealistic'. Airport bosses told ministers the 2035 deadline is not possible.
TikTok to pay Alabama $100m and limit teenage use
TikTok has agreed to pay Alabama at least $100m and enact time limits and other restrictions for teenage users, avoiding a trial with a settlement modelled on Meta's recent agreement with US states.
Man City guilty of financial breaches in historic Premier League case
Manchester City have been found guilty of almost all of more than 100 charges of financial cheating by the Premier League, ending a six-year saga that has no precedent in English football.
Ring Neighbours app: Amazon's plan to replace local WhatsApp groups
Amazon's Ring launches Neighbours app in UK next month, a free community message board with police footage requests, aiming to replace local WhatsApp groups.
OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs called to Australian Senate AI inquiry
OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs Sam Altman and Dario Amodei have been called to face a Greens-led Australian Senate inquiry into AI after rogue OpenAI agents hacked government websites.
Smoke and vape breaks at work: legal rights explained
UK workers have no automatic legal right to smoking or vaping breaks, but a 20-minute rest break applies for shifts over six hours, with rules varying by contract and policy.
BBC licence fee not finished, says Lisa Nandy as options reviewed
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says the BBC licence fee is not finished, but the government is reviewing options, including a possible broadband levy, to secure the broadcaster's finances.
Banana fresh hack: Tinfoil on stems slows ripening
Wrap banana stems in tinfoil to slow ripening, says chef Catherine Fulvio. The foil method scored 9.5/10 in a test of seven storage techniques.
Mosques get £66m security funding after Southport disorder
Mosques and Muslim community sites received £66m in emergency security funding after the Southport attack, with £41m more issued in 2025-26 under a protective scheme.
Big Brother viewers risk £1,000 fine without TV Licence
Big Brother fans watching live on ITV or ITVX without a TV Licence could face prosecution and a £1,000 fine, officials warn.
New pub digital ID rules start this month
New rules allowing digital ID apps for buying alcohol in England and Wales began September 15, sparking privacy and exclusion concerns.
Radiator Fan Gadget Promises Quicker, Cheaper Home Heating
The SmartAir Boost Radiator Fan, priced at £49.99, aims to heat homes quicker and reduce energy bills, with a discount code dropping the price to £44.99.
Craig Whyte linked to tax-avoidance network in new report
A TaxWatch UK report links former Rangers owner Craig Whyte to a global network of firms promoting tax avoidance, asset hiding and extradition evasion, some using AI-generated adviser images.
Whitley Bay community centre wins alcohol licence for events
Whitley Bay Big Local community centre has been granted an alcohol licence by North Tyneside Council to host private hire events, despite three objections.
Flashing headlights to let drivers out could mean fine and points
Flashing headlights to let someone out at a junction breaks Highway Code rules and risks fines, points or even prosecution, motoring lawyers warn.
Man City fans feel betrayed after 115 charges guilty verdict
Manchester City fans feel betrayed after the club's guilty verdict on 115 Premier League charges, having long believed assurances of innocence from top officials.
Man City 115 charges appeal: timeline and what happens next
Manchester City are reportedly set to appeal the guilty verdict on the majority of their 115 charges. Here is how the appeal works, how long it could take and what punishments are possible.
OpenAI's Medicare Hack Demands Stronger AI Oversight
Australia must enforce laws against AI companies after OpenAI's agents hacked Medicare, urging stronger oversight and accountability.
Albanese rejects 'nonsense' claim over OpenAI Medicare hack delay
Australia may change laws if current framework can't respond to the OpenAI Medicare hack, as PM denies delaying the announcement.
Pocock urges AI safety act after agent breach
Independent senator David Pocock says a recent AI agent breach raises serious questions about Australia's approach to AI regulation and calls for a safety act.
TalkTalk in final talks to sell consumer, broadband arms
TalkTalk is closing in on deals to sell its consumer business and wholesale arm PXC, aiming to save 900 jobs and avert administration, with a £100m Opus deal and Octopus sale.
Man City guilty of 114 charges: Relegation, points options
Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges. The independent panel has not yet decided punishment, with relegation and points deductions among possible sanctions.
easyJet confirms UK hand luggage rule change impact
easyJet has confirmed that new EU hand luggage rules will not apply to passengers flying from the UK, meaning no extra free cabin bag on outbound journeys.
BBC chief: No guarantee any programme or channel will exist forever
BBC director-general Matt Brittin says the corporation cannot guarantee any programme or channel will exist forever, as it plans £160m of savings by 2028/29.
Santander app down: thousands unable to log in
Thousands of Santander customers across the UK cannot log in to the mobile banking app. The bank says it is working hard to fix the issue.
TalkTalk in final stages of sale as administration speculation grows
TalkTalk confirms advanced talks to sell consumer and broadband divisions, racing to secure its future amid administration speculation.
TalkTalk on brink of administration amid security fears
TalkTalk could appoint administrators as soon as next week, raising national security concerns as the Ministry of Defence uses its services. The company faces a £1.2bn debt burden.
Stockport junctions get ANPR cameras to enforce traffic rules
ANPR cameras will enforce restrictions at two Stockport junctions, in Hazel Grove and Cheadle village, with fines possible after a six-month warning period.
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