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Ombudsman to help resolve disputes about renewable energy impacts

Ombudsman's powers expanded to cover renewable energy projects.

Newcastle Herald

Can I have a fire pit under a gazebo? Experts advise against this common backyard mistake

It's tempting to put a fire pit under a gazebo, but it can be dangerous. I two asked experts if it's safe to put a fire pit under a gazebo

Homes & Gardens

‘As transparent as a brick wall’: British firms fight back against ‘Business Improvement Districts’

The schemes must be voted on before introduction, but some say councils can in effect force local employers to fund them

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Goalkeepers who became managers

From making saves to coaching clubs or national teams, a look at some famous goalkeepers who went on to become managers...

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‘Look at your country! It’s amazing’: Armistead Maupin on moving to London

The Tales of the City author made his name as the bard of San Francisco, but now calls Clapham home. He talks about becoming a British citizen, his new novel set in the Cotswolds and missing California weed

The Guardian - UK

Community raises concerns about Hunter Transmission Project

EnergyCo received almost 300 submissions about the Hunter Transmission Project

Newcastle Herald

'A thousand sizzling frying pans': family fears clean energy transmission line will destroy their property

Hunter Transmission Route runs across picturesque Watagan property.

Newcastle Herald

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Texas legislators approve bill allowing police to arrest people who cross the border illegally

The Texas House also voted to spend $1.5 billion on new state border walls, though that measure must be reconciled with the Senate version before it’s sent to Gov. Greg Abbott for consideration.

The Texas Tribune

Victorian government scrambling to prepare for long-planned end of public drunkenness laws

Sobering-up facility not completed, emergency workers unclear about their role in new scheme – and it begins on Melbourne Cup Day

The Guardian - AU

Texas bans homeowners’ associations from discriminating against renters who receive federal housing aid

State lawmakers passed the law after a North Texas homeowners’ association barred landlords from renting to Section 8 tenants. Most of the affected tenants in that neighborhood were Black.

The Texas Tribune

Texas likely to leave voter fraud program under bill headed to governor for final approval

AUSTIN — Texas is likely to leave a voter fraud protection program that has been beset by conspiracy theories under a bill headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk.

Tribune News Service

House approves bill capping what Texas consumers would pay for new tool to boost power plants

Senate Bill 7 would limit how much electricity customers could end up paying if the state opts to use performance credits, which would give the money to power generators in hopes they’ll add more power to the state grid.

The Texas Tribune

London street artist Pegasus paints Coronation tribute in Highbury and Islington

The artist drew on the Sex Pistols, Basquiat and Eighties and Nineties pop art for inspiration

Evening Standard

Surging food prices a risk to managing down inflation

Shares in The Warehouse Group slumped to a new low in the face of recession fears, but there are hopes the Red Shed's increased grocery sales will give Kiwi more competitive food prices. Andrew Patterson reports.

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The Texas Tribune

Texas House approves sweeping limits on local regulations in GOP’s latest jab at blue cities

City officials say the full scope of the legislation advanced Tuesday is still unclear, but it would limit their ability to issue worker protections, water restrictions and more.

Homes & Gardens

How to get rid of moss on a patio – gardening experts reveal 5 quick and easy methods

From chemical removal to eco-friendly practices, there are many ways to remove moss from a patio; our experts discuss the best, proven methods

Birmingham Post

Model apprentice becomes modular construction firm's MD

Integra Buildings has undergone a restructure with Chris Turner appointed MD as co-founder Gary Parker becomes CEO

The Texas Tribune

Texas House Democrats enter session with bipartisan hopes — and a new leader who’s prepared to fight

There are 64 Democrats in the 150-member House, one fewer than before the election. There is also one fewer Democrat in the Senate.

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Texas Observer

Trey Martinez Fischer Will Helm the Democratic Opposition

The San Antonio political pugilist explains how he'll lead the state House Democratic caucus in yet another bleak year.

The Texas Tribune

Texas House Democratic Caucus elects Trey Martinez Fischer as its new chair

Martinez Fischer replaces Rep. Chris Turner of Grand Prairie, who has led the caucus since 2017 and did not seek reelection.

Tribune News Service

Can Beto O’Rourke persuade enough non-Democrats to dump Greg Abbott? Poll casts doubt

DALLAS – Beto O’Rourke has made courting independents and Republicans whose votes could be up for grabs a critical component of his campaign to unseat GOP incumbent Greg Abbott.

Wales Online

Mystery as water in river 'left looking like milk'

'It looks like a ton of washing powder has been dumped into it'

Manchester Evening News

Locals 'horrified' as water in Greater Manchester river 'left looking like milk'

"It looks like a ton of Washing Powder has been dumped into it!"

Tribune News Service

Texas Republican Party platform used to be the butt of jokes. Now it influences laws

The Texas Republican platform was once considered the musings of the most fringe elements of the party, mocked or ignored by elected leaders and most others.

Manchester Evening News

'I thought this is my chance': Full kit Wigan fan's hilarious attempt to get brought on as goalkeeper

Nathan Conway made a last-minute decision to buy the kit while in the pub before the match

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