Summary
Thames Water faces a record fine for numerous sewage spills, while the European Central Bank's president considers stepping down early for a new role. Meanwhile, there are reports of power cuts at Heathrow Airport, ongoing NHS strikes, and increased military funding by the UK. Additionally, there is significant international attention on Brigitte Macron's interaction with her husband and a serious incident involving a car and football fans.
Key Facts
- Thames Water received the largest fine ever for rule violations due to sewage spills.
- Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, may leave her position early for the World Economic Forum role.
- Heathrow Airport experienced power cut issues, and its chief kept his phone on silent during the incident.
- The UK Health Secretary opposes a 29% pay increase demanded by striking NHS doctors.
- The UK plans to invest more than £1 billion in military technology.
- A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after driving into football fans in Liverpool.
- Complaints about poor housing in the UK have increased by 474%, signaling potential social unrest.
- The BBC is not prosecuting over-75s who fail to pay their TV license fee.
