Iran-linked hackers blamed for cyber-attack that shut down UK power plant
Hackers linked to Iran have been blamed for a cyber-attack that caused a British power plant to be temporarily shut down.
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First Bus bans under-16s in Stoke-on-Trent travelling alone after 6pm after disorder
For some, it is a quotidian nuisance that inevitably occurs when you are in the vicinity of teenagers. For others, it is an expression of modern-day lawlessness among young people.
‘Pretty shambolic’: new EU border checks cause stress for UK travellers
On top of fears about extreme heat and possible jet fuel shortages , Britons planning summer holidays in the EU this year had another thing to worry about – long queues and waiting times caused by the bloc’s new border …
Heathrow expansion ‘is threat to England’s largest surviving medieval barn’
Six hundred years after it was built, England’s largest surviving medieval timber-framed barn could now be “shaken to pieces” by aircraft vibrations, campaigners warn.
Andy Burnham says he wants to bring men’s World Cup back to UK in 2042
Andy Burnham has said he wants to bring the men’s World Cup to the UK in 2042, returning the tournament to Britain for the first time in almost eight decades.
Canada vows ‘dollar for dollar’ response as US puts 50% tariffs on some goods
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on some goods from Canada, and the country’s prime minister, Mark Carney, has vowed to match them “dollar for dollar” after the collapse of trade talks.
‘Penchant for bling’: can Sports Direct’s Mike Ashley take a bigger slice of luxury retail?
What billionaire doesn’t love to splash the cash on a luxury item? Some may buy watches or yachts, but Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has been snapping up entire brands.
Chinese robot runs 100m sprint quicker than Usain Bolt’s world record
A robot named Lightning has run the 100m in 9.32 seconds, beating the human world record, China’s state broadcaster has reported.
Battery fires at recycling centres are costing UK £1bn a year, figures show
Fires at recycling centres caused by wrongly discarded lithium batteries such as those found in vapes are occurring at the rate of more than 10 a week, according to new figures.
‘The worst part is the guilt’: the owners who fear dog food caused pets’ eye problems
The 29-year-old civil servant is one of a number of people who contacted the Guardian because they are concerned about a potential link between a recalled dog food and their pet’s eye condition.
U.S. judge strikes down immigrant visa suspension covering 75 countries
A federal judge in Manhattan on Friday struck down the State Department’s suspension of immigrant visa issuances for nationals of 75 countries, ruling that the nationality-based policy violated federal immigration law a…
Unions worry Labour’s plan for zero-hours contracts may break manifesto pledge
Trades unions are warning Andy Burnham that Labour’s policy on cutting zero-hours contracts risks failing to live up to the party’s manifesto.
‘It exists only for pleasure’: does ice-cream have a future in the age of wellness fads and weight-loss drugs?
As fitness-conscious consumers turn away from processed foods, the industry is scrambling for new ideas, including nutrient-rich lollies and protein-packed tubs. Will they take the fun out of this summer treat?
Burnham economic adviser O'Neill rules out government job
The economist Lord Jim O'Neill, who has been advising the prime minister, has said he will not be taking a job in Andy Burnham's government.
Tesla recalls nearly 3m vehicles in China over door handle safety risks
Recall comes after Chinese authorities said it would ban hidden car door handles commonly seen on Tesla models
US and Canada seek agreement to avert 50% tariffs on imports
US president Donald Trump hasn't given up on his approach to use tariffs as a way of gaining the upper hand in the global markets despite the monumental decision by the US Supreme Court on Feb. 20 that his use of the In…
Dutch regulator fines Uber $966m for automating driver suspensions
The Dutch data protection authority has fined Uber €825m ($966m) for deactivating driver accounts through automated systems without adequately informing them, according to a 17 August decision.
Watch: How does the US national debt affect consumers around the world?
The US national debt has more than doubled in a decade to reach a milestone $40tn (£29.4tn), Treasury figures show. The rise reflects years of heavy spending under both the Donald Trump and Joe Biden administrations, a…
Iran’s president calls for end to war with US
Iran ian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday that the time had come to conclude the protracted conflict with the United States, arguing that Tehran currently holds an advantage over Washington. He remarked that e…
US borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-lived
Long-term borrowing costs in the US rose again despite an announcement from the government that it would intervene to try to lower them.
Airbus bows to remote working demands after series of strikes
Airbus has bowed to employee demands on remote working, after a series of strikes over its chief executive’s return-to-the office orders.
JD Vance reportedly mocks Carney for trying to ‘out-tough’ Trump on trade
Leaked audio from a private event has reportedly captured the US vice-president, JD Vance, mocking Canada for apparently capitulating in a trade deal and taunting the prime minister, Mark Carney, for trying to “out-toug…
Proposed London datacentre ‘incompatible’ with net zero with 1m-tonne carbon footprint
A “hyperscale” datacentre in outer London would generate more than 1m tonnes of carbon dioxide a year, equivalent to the carbon footprint of 8,480 flights from London to New York, planning documents show.
Jamie and Jools Oliver pay themselves £1.5m dividend as profits almost halve
Jamie and Jools Oliver have paid themselves a £1.5m dividend – more than 40% down on last year – after profits at their cookery and media empire almost halved.