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The Heathrow shutdown is a wake-up call: Shore up infrastructure or pay the price
How can such an event occur at a place like Heathrow, and why were precautions not in place to protect such a critical infrastructure? Could such an event occur here?The Hill - 3d -
‘Wake-up call’: ministers launch urgent investigation into Heathrow shutdown
Government says lessons need to be learned after the substation fire that caused chaos for 300,000 passengers. The government has launched an urgent investigation into the power shutdown that ...The Guardian - 6d -
Ireland urged to ‘wake up’ as Trump exposes economic reliance on the US
Economy faces ‘frog in a pot’ problem unless infrastructure and innovation improve urgentlyFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Heathrow boss defends running of airport after criticism of shutdown
Thomas Woldbye says most other airports operate similar back-up power systems to Heathrow, as Ed Miliband announces investigation. The chief executive of Heathrow has defended the running of the ...The Guardian - 6d -
Cramer explains why investors are no longer paying up for AI stocks
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday suggested that despite the fervor for AI, investors are no longer willing to pay high prices for stocks related to the technology.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
Heathrow shutdown is a 'dramatic learning curve' in airport crisis management, expert says
Heathrow Airport's closure has "very wide" implications for aviation, which is outpacing the growth of supporting infrastructure, said Anita Mendiratta.CNBC - Mar. 21 -
2025 NFL mock draft: Texans shore up offensive line with Laremy Tunsil replacement
In USA Today's new mock draft, the Houston Texans shore up their line with a long-term replacement for Laremy Tunsil at left tackle.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How Will Tariffs Change Clothing Prices?
Our critic explains the difference between the cost to manufacture a piece of clothing and the price you end up paying for it, and how tariffs might affect these markups.The New York Times - 4d -
Heathrow’s shutdown fuels questions about UK’s infrastructure resilience
Within hours of a fire at a power substation, one of the world’s busiest airports was closed to all flightsFinancial Times - Mar. 21 -
‘Wake-up call’: Measles cases doubled in Europe last year, say WHO and Unicef
Joint analysis of measles cases reveals Covid pandemic resulted in misinformation and vaccination delays. Cases of measles doubled last year in the European region, climbing to the highest level in ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Stocks waver as investors ponder rising economic uncertainty
The Federal Reserve's downbeat outlook on the U.S. economy is a wake-up call for investors.CBS News - Mar. 20 -
Senate Dems give up on shutdown
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Senate advances bill to prevent shutdown A group of 10 Democrats, including ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
U.S. infrastructure's "C" grade from engineers comes with a warning
A once-every-four-year report card on the upkeep of America's infrastructure gave it a "C" grade in 2025, up slightly from previous reports.CBS News - 3d -
City wakes up to historic Newcastle win
Fans stay out all night, with one telling BBC Radio Newcastle that they are "lost for words".Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Audio of 911 call released in Idaho college student murders case
The 911 audio reveals confusion as the callers realized at least one of the students was not waking up.CBS News - Mar. 15 -
House GOP tees up final vote on bill to avert shutdown
House Republicans on Tuesday advanced their bill to avert an end-of-the-week government shutdown, teeing up a final vote on the legislation later in the day. The chamber voted 216-214 to adopt a ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Jamie Carragher's son receives Malta call-up
The son of former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher has been called up for international duty by Malta.ESPN - Mar. 18 -
Scotland coach Dalziel set for Lions call-up
Scotland forwards coach John Dalziel is set for a call-up to the British and Irish Lions when the coaching team is confirmed on Wednesday.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
China announces plan to 'vigorously boost consumption' in bid to shore up economy
The plan was to vigorously boost consumption, expand domestic demand, and "enhance consumption capacity by increasing income and reducing burdens."CNBC - Mar. 17 -
China plans to ‘vigorously boost consumption’ to shore up economy
Communist party aims to ‘promote reasonable wage growth’ and to reduce financial burdens amid Trump tariffs. Business live – latest updates China’s government has announced ambitious plans to ...The Guardian - Mar. 17 -
Indonesia shores up rupiah as fears over sluggish economy mount
Central bank maintains benchmark interest rate at 5.75%Financial Times - Mar. 19 -
Horizon Actor Ashly Burch "Worried" In Wake Of AI Aloy Video
Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West actor Ashly Burch, who plays main character Aloy across Guerrilla Games' sci-fi franchise, is speaking up in the wake of a leaked video showing an ...GameSpot - Mar. 17 -
With the 2026 World Cup near, Nations League finals kick off a series of 2025 'tests' in U.S.
The 2025 soccer calendar serves as both a dress rehearsal and a wake-up call for the Unites States that the World Cup is coming.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
National Grid boss says Heathrow had 'enough power' after fire shutdown
Heathrow's boss previously said the shutdown was not for lack of power but to reboot complex systems.BBC News - 4d -
Brett Baty, David Peterson proving capable of stepping up in wake of Mets injuries
With injuries up and down the Mets' roster before the start of the regular season, Brett Baty and David Peterson have proven this spring that they are capable of stepping up and are doing ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
EU braces for higher prices as US trade war ramps up
For consumers, higher prices loom on supermarket shelves, but for businesses and industry the risks are higher.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Stranded by Heathrow Closure, Some Travelers Got Creative. Others Just Gave Up.
The New York Times asked passengers whose travel plans were upended by a daylong disruption at Heathrow Airport to share how they coped.The New York Times - Mar. 21 -
'Confident' Triantis earns first Australia call-up
Hibs midfielder Nectarios Triantis has been rewarded for his impressive club form with a first senior Australia call-up. The 21-year-old - on loan from Sunderland - has been a key figure for David ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
What to do if you’re caught up in Heathrow disruption
Your rights as the flight cancellations and disruption mountFinancial Times - Mar. 21 -
The Stock Market Is Waking Up to Its Overconfidence in AI and Trump
The Nasdaq just suffered its worst day since 2022.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
Glentoran's Kerr receives first Northern Ireland call-up
Glentoran midfielder Aimee Kerr receives her first call-up to the Northern Ireland squad for their Nations League double-header against Romania.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
‘I’m not stepping down’: Chuck Schumer defies Democrats’ calls over funding bill
Party leader faces backlash over his decision to support Republican-led bill to avoid government shutdown. Chuck Schumer defied calls to give up the top Democratic position in the Senate after he ...The Guardian - 5d -
HMRC to use voice recognition to speed up calls
The tax authority has been heavily criticised for failing to answer tens of thousands of calls.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
🚨 Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen earns first senior Spain call-up
The Spanish national team have called up Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen following an injury to Iñigo Martínez.Iñigo pulled out of La Roja's squad for their upcoming Nations League double-heade...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen receives maiden senior Spain call-up
Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen has been called up by Spain for the first time for the upcoming Nations League quarter-final tie against the Netherlands, confirmed by La Roja.The 19-year-old ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Canucks Call Up Aatu Räty Ahead Of Game Against The New Jersey Devils
The Vancouver Canucks have called up center Aatu Räty under emergency conditions ahead of their game on Monday against the New Jersey Devils. The call-up was required as both center Elias ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Trump touts ‘energy and infrastructure’ ceasefire after call with Putin
President Trump on Tuesday said that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about ceasefire agreements on matters of “energy and infrastructure,” calling the conversation “productive.” “My ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
Zelensky says Ukraine civilian infrastructure hit after Trump-Putin call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday evening that Ukrainian civilian infrastructure was struck following a call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Report: Price for the Tennessee Titans No. 1 pick just went up
After an outstanding workout by QB Cam Ward at his Pro Day, a report from ESPN states that the cost for the No. 1 pick just went up.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Heathrow flights resume after fire forced shutdown
A limited number of flights have resumed from Heathrow Airport after a power outage following a fire.BBC News - Mar. 21
