Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee
The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company. Read More
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At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone strike on Russia’s Tatarstan region, officials say
It is one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia since the start of Moscow’s war on Ukraine. Read More
China evacuates one million from homes as massive storm arrives
Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall, bringing strong winds and heavy rain across eastern China including Shanghai. Read More
Burnham brings forward ban on ‘subscription traps’ to ease cost of living
The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs. Read More
Tech leaders say AI means less work – their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time. Read More
‘Body in suitcase’ found in Australia turns out to be lifelike doll
Forensics revealed that the ‘realistic’ looking body was in fact not human. Read More
You could be missing out on £150 off your energy bill – here’s how to check
Some people need to ensure they are named on their energy bill before the deadline to qualify for help. Read More
Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
Frans Mathipa was shot while driving – we got access to the prosecution case against eight accused men. Read More
Drones spotted over German base days after Leipzig bomb incident
Police are investigating a drone sighting over a miltary base reportedly used for housing Patriot missile system parts. Read More
Ecuador charges ex-minister over presidential candidate assassination case
Prosecutors accuse six others, including the leader of cartel Los Lobos, of having an indirect role in the murder of Fernando Villavicencio. Read More