Water companies in England and Wales are facing criticism for charging exorbitant refurbishment costs, leading to higher bills for consumers. An investigation by the water regulator has found that these costs are significantly higher than those in comparable countries. The water regulator for England and Wales, Ofwat, is investigating claims...

Ukraine peace negotiations have reached new heights in a London summit as senior officials from the US and Europe meet to discuss a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine. Senior officials from several countries, including the United States, are meeting in London today to continue discussions over a ceasefire agreement...

UK peace talks on Ukraine have hit a snag as Russia appears to be willing to abandon its territorial claims in exchange for US recognition of Crimea's annexation. As tensions rise, Ukraine's president has vowed not to recognize Crimea as Russian territory. The UK's ministerial-level peace talks with Russia on...

A devastating 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, Turkey on February 6, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed as rescue efforts continue. A powerful earthquake struck Turkey's largest city, 'Istanbul' , on February 6, causing widespread destruction and loss of life....

The UK government aims to clear the backlog of driving tests by next summer, providing at least 10,000 extra tests a month to tackle long waiting times. With plans to double training capacity and crack down on test booking bots, learner drivers may finally see relief from the current...

Finland marks a major milestone in nuclear waste disposal with the successful completion of its encapsulation plant, paving the way for the world's first permanent underground storage facility. In March, Finland successfully completed the first test of its encapsulation plant, marking a significant milestone in the country's quest to become...

In a significant step towards resolving the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe, European officials and their Ukrainian counterparts met in London for peace talks. Can a negotiated settlement be reached to bring an end to the bloodshed? European officials have gathered in London for peace talks with their Ukraine counterparts,...

Birmingham's bin strike enters a new crisis milestone as negotiations resume, leaving hundreds of tonnes of uncollected rubbish to pile up on pavements and street corners. Bin Strike Enters Sixth Week: Talks to Resume Amid Ongoing Dispute The ongoing dispute between Birmingham bin workers and the city council has seen mountains...

US-China trade tensions appear to be easing as tariffs on imported goods from China are set to decline significantly, sparking hopes for a more constructive dialogue between the two countries. The recent remarks by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have sparked a significant shift in the tone of Donald Trump's...

A record-breaking tunnel is being built under the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Germany, slashing travel times and improving Scandinavia's links with the rest of Europe. A record-breaking tunnel is being built under the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Germany, slashing travel times and improving Scandinavia's links with the rest...