Six water companies accused of overcharging customers by up to £1.5bn
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The Hill - Politics
Californians who steal water from rivers will soon be subject to much steeper fines
Californians will soon be subject to a sharp rise in punitive fines for illegal diversions of water resources, after Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill into law this weekend. Newsom on Sunday ...1 hour ago - California -
The New York Times - Top stories
California Sues Exxon Over Plastics Pollution and Recycling ‘Myth’
The lawsuit, seeking ‘multiple billions of dollars,’ opens a new front in the legal battles with oil and gas companies over climate and environmental issues.4 hours ago - California -
Financial Times - Business
California accuses Exxon of misleading public on plastic recycling
Allegations arrive as plastics play a growing role in supporting oil demand4 hours ago - California -
BBC News - Top stories
Watch: Aerial footage shows flooding on major road
The road is closed in both directions and a diversion is in place.5 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
I too may have been assaulted, says ex-partner of Dominique Pelicot co-defendant
Witness says former companion accused of attempted rape of Gisèle Pelicot was repeatedly unfaithful . The former partner of a co-defendant in a mass rape trial that has sparked horror and protests ...6 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Thunderbolts Poster Gives The Sentry Six Fingers On One Hand
The first trailer for Marvel Studio's Thunderbolts was released Monday morning and seemed to elicit a generally good vibe from fans. The film brings together some of the MCU villains and ...6 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Six English water companies accused of overcharging customers by up to £1.5bn
Groups allegedly under-reported the scale of their sewage pollution8 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
First-time buyers offered mortgages up to six times their income
The UK's biggest building society will let some first-time buyers borrow up to six times their income.12 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Police Scotland accused of failing to act on 'whistleblowing' complaints
A female detective is taking legal action, claiming sexism and a failure to treat her complaints seriously.12 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Tourism and Water Shortages on the Greek Islands: A Delicate Balance
As climate change brings water shortages to vacation hot spots, we look at Greece’s tourism-dependent islands, where residents sometimes compete with visitors for a dwindling supply.15 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
The Cincinnati Reds have fired manager David Bell after six seasons
The Cincinnati Reds have fired manager David Bell after six seasons20 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Jaire Alexander gets pick-six for Packers, Emanuel Wilson connects on 30-yard TD
Late in the first quarter, Alexander got the interception and scampered 35 yards for the score.Yesterday - NFL -
BBC News - Top stories
Six NHS schemes that could help fix the health service
Labour is planning the biggest reimagining of the NHS in its history. Do these schemes provide the answer?Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
What is kratom, the herbal product banned in six states?
Kratom may be new to you, but state officials and federal regulators are already very familiar with the herbal product.2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
7 Customer-Experience Metrics Every SaaS Executive Team Should Measure
Drive results and business success with better tracking of these indicators.2 days ago -
Wired - Tech
California Can Slake the Thirst of Its Farms by Storing Water Underground
A new study finds that the state should replenish groundwater aquifers to sustain agriculture.2 days ago - California -
NBC News - Top stories
California firefighter accused of setting fires in wine country
A California firefighter was arrested on suspicion of arson in a series of small fires that burned in wine country in recent weeks, officials said Friday.3 days ago - California -
BBC News - Top stories
Fire, water and full moon: Photos of the week
A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Boeing’s defense chief is leaving, company says
Boeing Co. said that Ted Colbert — its head of defense, space and security — would leave the company on Friday, as the beleaguered aviation giant’s new chief executive aims for big changes ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Head of Boeing Defense, Space and Security leaving company
Ted Colbert, the president and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, will be leaving the beleaguered company, Boeing announced Friday.3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Fayed was 'a monster enabled by Harrods', says accusers' lawyer
Lawyers representing victims say the store should "take responsibility" after sexual abuse allegations emerge.3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
This Genomics Company Says It's Considering Acquiring 23andMe
The board of Anne Wojcicki's genetic-testing company resigned earlier this week. This founder thinks he has a plan to save the company.3 days ago -
Politico - Politics
Elon Musk steps up political giving with 6-figure donation to House Republicans
The August contribution is more than Musk has previously given to a party committee.3 days ago - Elon Musk -
Financial Times - Business
Lammy accused of diplomatic blunder in Substack blog post
UK foreign secretary suggested Azerbaijan had ‘liberated’ the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
FTC Accuses Drug Middlemen of Inflating Insulin Prices
The Federal Trade Commission sued the drug middlemen that health plans use to keep a lid on drug spending, accusing the firms of inflating the price of insulin.3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
FTC Accuses Drug Middlemen of Inflating Insulin Prices
The Federal Trade Commission sued the drug middlemen that health plans use to keep a lid on drug spending, accusing the firms of inflating the price of insulin.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Health
F.T.C. Accuses Drug Middlemen of Inflating Insulin Prices
The case takes aim at the major pharmacy benefit managers, agency officials said, claiming that they favored more expensive insulin products and forced patients to pay more.3 days ago -
ABC News - World
Japan and China reach deal over Fukushima water release
Japan and China said Friday they have reached a deal toward resolving their disputes over the discharge of treated radioactive wastewater from the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant ...3 days ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
McNally murder accused a master manipulator, court told
Stephen McCullagh is accused of murdering his pregnant partner in her Lurgan home.3 days ago -
ABC News - World
'Water is flooding everywhere' as torrential rains sweep through West, Central Africa
As torrential rains sweep through Central and West Africa, floods have killed more than 1,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands across the region3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on
The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
China and Japan end dispute over Fukushima water discharge
China and Japan reached a consensus in August on the discharge of radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, the Chinese foreign ministry said Friday.3 days ago - China -
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The Guardian - World
‘You basically have free hot water’: how Cyprus became a world leader in solar heating
The country, which has more 300 days of sunshine a year, has embraced rooftop systems that harness the sun’s energy. The Thriamvos company truck pulls up at noon outside the four-storey building in ...3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Mohamed Al Fayed accused of multiple rapes by staff
Five women who worked at the luxury store say they were raped by the billionaire - BBC documentary reveals.4 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Who Says Your Couch Can’t Match Your Sweater?
Bold colors and bright patterns mark the first collaboration between the fashion house Clare V. and the home goods company Schoolhouse.September 16