Thames Water wins approval for controversial £3bn creditor loan

Regulator accused of letting hedge funds control Thames Water

Allegation comes as utility waits for Court of Appeal decision over £3bn emergency loan

Financial Times - 4d

Thames Water's £3bn rescue deal cleared by court

The funding allows the company to continue operating and attempt to restructure its massive debt pile.

BBC News - 1d

Pimco books 17% instant profit on Thames Water emergency loan

Bond group records windfall on lifeline for UK utility even before deal is finalised

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Taxpayers will suffer if Thames Water collapses, warns regulator

Ofwat says placing Thames under government control could end up costing taxpayers billions of pounds.

BBC News - 4d

Thames Water set for crucial court ruling

If it does collapse, who will pay and how much?

BBC News - 2d

Romania's election body rejects far-right Diana Sosoaca's presidential bid, approves George Simion

Romania’s electoral body has rejected the candidacy of controversial far-right politician Diana Sosoaca in the presidential election rerun in May, but approved George Simion, the leader of the ...

ABC News - 2d

Arteta on controversial Chelsea clash: “We did enough to win”

Mikel Arteta praised Arsenal’s fight after his side’s 1-0 win over Chelsea, but a series of baffling referee and VAR decisions – including a missed penalty – left fans furious at PGMOL once ag...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Block bets on lending expansion after stock slump

Block is expanding its lending efforts, announcing this week that it received FDIC approval to issue loans through its banking subsidiary.

CNBC - 3d

Real Madrid advance amongst controversy + Deyna Castellanos debuts her signature shoe

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Real Madrid’s controversial Champions League win against inner-city rival, Atletico Madrid. The boys debate whether or not Julian Alvarez’s double ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Ex-Cyclone Alfred floods live updates: emergency disaster relief payment for loss of income approved; Brisbane and NSW flooding; flood evacuation warnings – latest news

Follow today’s news live. Full report: residents warned to head for high ground as flood waters rise Send us your photographs and videos of ex-Cyclone Alfred Get our breaking news email , ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

Americans struggling to pay back car loans

More Americans are having trouble paying down their car loans, especially those with sub prime loans. Andres Gutierrez takes a look at what's causing the trend.

CBS News - 1d

'Everyone expects him to win': J.J. Spaun said of Players playoff opponent Rory McIlroy

The three-hole playoff that will take place at “The Gauntlet,” three of the most exciting and water-laden finishing stretches in all of golf.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Is a home equity loan smart in today's economy?

A home equity loan could be the smart way to borrow a large sum of money in today's unique economy. Here's why.

CBS News - 5d

Is a $100,000 home equity loan a good idea now?

For some homeowners, a $100,000 home equity loan offers an advantageous way to borrow a large sum now. Here's why.

CBS News - 3d

Trump to sign executive order limiting Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order excluding certain student loan borrowers from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

CNBC - Mar. 7

Utah will be the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water

Utah's governor intends to sign legislation making the state the first to ban fluoride in public water systems

ABC News - Mar. 10

Tyrell Malacia returns to form with fantastic performance in big PSV Eindhoven win

Manchester United’s loanees had a busy Saturday afternoon of loan action across different leagues and countries.Tyrell Malacia has had an up and down time so far in the Netherlands with PSV ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Was it a foul? You be the judge of controversial final play in MSU-Wisconsin game

Michigan State basketball's time in the Big Ten Tournament ended in controversy on Saturday afternoon

Yahoo Sports - 2d

What the War on California’s Water Is Really About

If we are to take seriously the threats of drought, climate change and water security, we should not reduce this place to a warring of two — or even many — sides.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

What student loan borrowers should know as Trump targets Public Service Loan Forgiveness

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that aims to limit eligibility for a popular student loan forgiveness program. Here's what you need to know.

CNBC - Mar. 10

When you should get a home equity loan from a different lender

Should you use a new lender to get your home equity loan? Here's when it may be worth doing.

CBS News - Mar. 10

Trump says Education Dept. shouldn't handle student loans: 'Not their business'

It's a major challenge to the Trump administration's plans to dismantle the Education Department: How to transfer the loan accounts of over 40 million people.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Why student-loan borrowers ‘are going to feel the brunt’ of the Education Department layoffs

The cuts come during what was already set to be a period of mass upheaval for the student-loan system.

MarketWatch - 5d

Student loan borrowers confused by suspension of some repayment plans

Recent changes to student loans have caused confusion and uncertainty around recertification process for borrowers enrolled in repayment plans.

CBS News - 4d

Received a low home equity loan appraisal? Take these steps now

Experts recommend taking certain steps after getting a lower-than-expected home equity loan appraisal.

CBS News - 1d

How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff

Student loan borrowers who are unemployed have a number of relief options available to them, despite current challenges to the system.

CNBC - 23h

What are today's home equity loan and HELOC interest rates?

If you're a homeowner looking for lower-cost borrowing options, you may consider a home equity loan or HELOC today.

CBS News - 5h

Can you get a home equity loan that's larger than your equity?

Most lenders will limit your loan to a percentage of your home equity, but that's not always a set rule.

CBS News - 1h

EPA signals it could narrow Clean Water Act protections

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has signaled it could narrow which set of waters receive protections under the Clean Water Act. The law requires the EPA to protect so-called “waters of ...

The Hill - 6d

How much does a $200,000 home equity loan cost per month in 2025?

Home equity loan rates have declined, making a $200,000 loan more affordable. Here's what it could cost monthly now.

CBS News - 4d

Water Balloons and Bollywood, India covers itself with color on Holi festival

NEW DELHI — There's no way to avoid getting smeared with colored powder, hosed with water guns or hit with sparkle-filled water balloons if you venture out of your home in India on Friday.

NBC News - 4d

Nebraska Legislature approves measure classifying gig economy workers as independent contractors

The Nebraska Legislature has approved a measure classifying some gig economy workers as independent contractors, according to its website. L.B. 229, introduced by state Sen. Bob Hallstrom, was ...

The Hill - 6d

Concerns over economic chaos are weighing on Trump’s approval rating

A slew of new polls show that Trump’s approval rating has steadily declined amid a fast-paced and turbulent rollout of his economic agenda.

The Hill - 1d

WH says Putin supports Trump's idea of mutual pause on energy infrastructure attacks

President Donald Trump held a high-stakes call with Russia's Vladimir Putin on Tuesday as he tries to win his approval of a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine.

ABC News - 5m

Maxine Waters: Trump is ‘working towards a civil war’

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) is accusing President Trump of seeking to start a civil war. The California Democrat, a long-time adversary of Trump, said the early flood of presidential policies — ...

The Hill - 4d