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TotalEnergies buys €5.1bn stake in Czech tycoon’s power plants business

Daniel Křetínský to become a major shareholder in French oil firm as part of deal creating 50/50 joint venture

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025

How adding plants to your driveway could reduce winter flood risks

When it comes to adapting cities to a rapidly and dramatically changing climate, the garden is on the frontline of the fight. Gardens act as green sinkholes, allowing excess rainwater to escape, as well as helping to cool cities in summer.

The Conversation · Nov 17, 2025

The UK government’s risky rollback of financial regulation threatens long-term growth

The financial crisis of 2008 left deep scars on the British economy. The average UK household is now estimated to be 16% poorer than it would have been had that crisis never occurred.

The Conversation · Nov 17, 2025

What are the changes in Shabana Mahmood’s asylum crackdown – and how serious is Labour backlash?

Inspired by Denmark’s strict system on asylum seekers, Shabana Mahmood has unveiled her own version to the Commons – but what will it mean, and what has the reaction been to it so far?

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

Where to Watch 'Dracula: A Love Tale' in US & UK: Release Date, Plot and Cast Details of the Latest Vampire Heartbreaker

'Dracula: A Love Tale' is scheduled to premiere at the Soho Horror Film Festival on 21 November 2025 at the Coldharbour Blue Cinema.

International Business Times UK · Nov 17, 2025

Migrants coming to the UK: What are the most common nationalities?

Indian nationals accounted for almost one in five visas to come to the UK legally in the year to June 2025.

Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2025

Migrants coming to the UK in numbers: What are the most common nationalities?

A total of 834,977 visas were issued to foreign nationals in the year to June 2025 to come to the UK legally for employment

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

‘It’s about quality of life’: Can Birmingham’s Retrofit House help fix the UK’s terrible housing?

From flood protection and encouraging wildlife to fixing doors and reducing fuel bills, a new initiative aims to empower residents and make their homes more comfortable

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025

PS Plus members can save 5% on 'select' purchases ahead of Black Friday – these are the bundles you should be getting

You can get an extra 5% off with PS Plus at PS Direct in the UK.

TechRadar · Nov 17, 2025

Paul McCartney records silent track for AI protest album

Sir Paul McCartney has recorded a "silent" song in protest of the UK government's approach to AI copyright law.

BANG Premier · Nov 17, 2025