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Top stories - BBC News
'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages
A new commission will conduct the biggest review of the struggling sector since privatisation.3 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Ofwat could be scrapped in sweeping review of failing UK water industry
Environment secretary says new commission will consider all options regarding water regulator17 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Inc.
Supreme Court Won’t Hear Challenge to Job Protections at U.S. Consumer Watchdog
The conservative court declined to take a case that could have led to the weakening of limits on a president’s power to fire some federal agency leaders.22 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Water regulator signals further increase to bills in England
Companies pushing for prices to increase by up to 84% on top of inflation over next 5 years to boost investment23 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Boy restrained unnecessarily at special school, watchdog says
The mother of the boy says she feels vindicated by a watchdog's report into the case.15 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Dangerous levels of lead in Syracuse water threaten health crisis
Syracuse, New York, is facing a crisis over high levels of lead in its water, the Natural Resources Defense Council said. CBS News' Lilia Luciano spoke to residents about the dangerous exposure.18 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Clear link between online posts and violent disorder, says watchdog
Regulator says misinformation spread widely and quickly and the response of big tech was "uneven".23 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
What is okra water and is it good for your health?
In the world of infused water trends, okra water is having a moment, and here’s what you need to know about it. In the wellness world, it seems there’s always a new infused water promising to make ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Calls grow for investigation into Musk election giveaways
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump’s vulgar ramble and Boeing workers to vote on pay deal2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Europe markets watchdog bids to become EU’s version of SEC
Verena Ross calls for more centralised powers in response to appetite for stronger capital markets and investment in bloc2 days ago - Europe -
Politics - NBC News
Georgia students protest 'dehumanizing' voting law that criminalizes handing out water
ATLANTA — In the latest public rebuke of Georgia’s controversial 2021 voting law, dozens of Black students and activists marched through the heart of historic Morehouse College on Saturday in an ...3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Thames Water bondholders fall out over emergency loan
Lower-ranking creditors complain to utility they have been cut out of restructuring negotiations4 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
The 6 best water filter pitchers and dispensers
Filter out contaminants, chemicals and more with these expert-recommended water filter pitchers and dispensers, including picks from ZeroWater, Brita, PUR and more.4 days ago -
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World - The Guardian
AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery reaching ‘tipping point’, says watchdog
Internet Watch Foundation says illegal AI-made content is becoming more prevalent on open web with high level of sophistication. Child sexual abuse imagery generated by artificial intelligence ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Syracuse data shows high lead levels in drinking water
Citizens, local and national groups warned that Syracuse, New York, is facing a crisis over lead in its drinking water. The city's data showed that 27 of about 100 homes exceeded the "federal ...5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Global water cycle off balance for 'first time in human history': Report
The world’s water cycle is out of balance ”for the first time in human history,” according to a new report. The Global Commission on the Economics of Water, which is made up of global experts, ...5 days ago -
Health - ABC News
After hurricane, with no running water, residents organize to meet a basic need
It takes water to flush a toilet yet tens of thousands of North Carolinians have been without it since Hurricane Helene ripped through the state three weeks ago5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Watchdog opens investigation into anti-immigrant posts on Facebook
Oversight Board says parent company Meta has ‘serious questions’ to answer over two posts allowed to remain online. Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta must answer “serious questions” about its handling of ...5 days ago - Facebook -
Top stories - NBC News
Half of all global food threatened by growing water crisis, report says
The world has a worsening water crisis, and half of all food production will be at risk of failure by the middle of this century.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
BoE watchdog to signal more rules can be eased to support growth
Sam Woods to rebuff criticism that PRA is not doing enough to boost economy at annual City dinner6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Water Dispute Before Supreme Court Gives Rise to Unusual Alliances
The justices heard arguments on Wednesday in a long-simmering dispute between San Francisco and the E.P.A. over regulation of water pollution.6 days ago -
World - The New York Times
Water Crises Threaten the World’s Food Supply, Studies Show
Food production is concentrated in too few countries, many of which face water shortages, the researchers said.6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Amid Sewage Spills and Rising Prices, Calls to Nationalize Water in England
Four decades after privatization, calls to nationalize the water industry have swept across England and Wales amid sewage spills and rising household bills.6 days ago -
World - Financial Times
EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules
Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackersOctober 16 - European Union -
Politics - The Hill
USDA watchdog opening investigation into agency handling of Boar's Head outbreak
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s internal watchdog has opened an investigation into the agency’s handling of violations at a Boar’s Head plant that led to a multi-state listeria outbreak, ...October 15 -
Top stories - ABC News
DeSantis praises Milton recovery efforts as rising flood waters persist in Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is praising Hurricane Milton recovery efforts, saying power has never been restored to so many so quickly after a stormOctober 15 - Florida -
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Top stories - CBS News
Boar's Head recall sparks USDA watchdog probe into handling of listeria outbreak
Sen. Richard Blumenthal had urged a probe into the USDA's handling of the Boar's Head plant, calling it an "abject failure."October 15 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How Waters' indigenous pride fuels his incredible NBA journey
Lindy Waters III's indigenous pride plays a pivotal role in his incredible NBA journey, which continues with a great start to his Warriors tenure.October 15 - NBA -
Business - Financial Times
Almost two-thirds of EU water in bad condition, report shows
Pressure rises on agriculture and industry to reduce pollution and cut its share of use from 59%October 14 - European Union -
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World - The Guardian
European audit of democracy standards too positive, says human rights watchdog
European Commission report ‘completely ineffective as an enforcement tool’, according to civil liberties organisation. The European Commission’s exhaustive annual audit of democratic standards ...October 14