About 100 jobs are at risk at the Northern Ireland operations of manufacturing firm Terex. The United States company makes crushing and screening equipment used in industries like construction and mining. It said an “extraordinary surge in demand” for its products in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic had now...

About 100 jobs at risk at manufacturing firm

Opus Energy owner Drax says it is putting support in place for those workers facing redundancy.

Hundreds of jobs under threat at energy supplier

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Scotland could have the cheapest electricity in Europe if regional pricing was introduced, the boss of an energy firm has claimed.Greg Jackson, founder and chief executive of Octopus Energy, said reforming the energy market could result in lower bills for people across all of the UK.Speaking on the BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg programme, Mr Jackson said: “If we had regional pricing in the UK for electricity, every region would be cheaper than it is now.“Scotland would have the cheapest electricity in Europe.”He made the claim as he said there needed to be “really rapid action” to improve grid connections for new...

Market reforms could give Scots cheapest energy in Europe, says Octopus boss

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There's troubling news in the home improvement sector as LL Flooring, previously known as Lumber Liquidators, is contemplating drastic measures due to financial woes. With 442 stores spread across 47 states, the company, which started humbly from a pickup truck in Massachusetts, is now at a critical crossroads.

Home Improvement Giant Might Close All Stores, Go Bankrupt

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California is about to pass the state’s first rules to protect workers inside from high heat. These rules could go into effect later this summer. The new rules for the workplace were approved by a standards board at the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) on Thursday. That means they will be sent to the state’s Office of Administrative Law for a quick final review. If all goes well, the standards could be in place by the beginning of August.

California is Going to Be the Third State to Require Indoor Workers to Wear Heat-protecting Gear

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Dyson, the renowned manufacturer famous for its innovative gadgets like hair dryers and air conditioners, is making headlines with its decision to cut around 1,000 jobs in the UK. This move represents nearly a third of its current workforce there, which totals 3,500 employees.

A large home improvement company is laying off 1000 employees

The Bluetti AC240 portable power station has a 26% discount for Amazon Prime Day, down to just $1,399. The Bluetti AC240 solar generator was available on Amazon for $1,399. It's a powerful, high-quality unit with an IP65 durability rating to shrug off the elements. It weighs over 70 pounds, bringing...

One of the most durable power stations I've tested is not made by Anker or Jackery, and it's 26% off for Prime Day

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Crews were called to the building in Bittern Road West, Southampton, at about 05:00 BST.

More than 80 firefighters tackle garage fire

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Video footage shows a gunman who opened fire at a rally for Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on a roof. The FBI says it is treating the incident as an assassination attempt. One bystander was killed in the shooting and two others were critically injured, police said.

Video shows Trump rally shooter on roof

With the arrival of this year’s Prime Day deals, most families will be taking advantage of discounts on expensive necessities. That includes stuff you may have put off the rest of the year, like a portable generator. We’ve collected the best deals we can find on portable power stations, which include Jackery Prime Day deals, BLUETTI and more.

Prime Day portable power station deals: generators under $100

The small Pittsburgh suburb of Bethel Park in Pennsylvania is reeling after the FBI named a young local man, Thomas Matthew Crooks, as the person who shot at Donald Trump during a campaign rally and shocked the nation. Investigators believe that Crooks, armed with an AR-style rifle, opened fire at...

Thomas Matthew Crooks: What we know about the Trump attacker

Appeals against approval of the development in Braddan are dismissed by the environment minister.

Plans for 320 homes and school given green light

Police are appealing for more information about the attacker as the victim remains in hospital.

Woman stabbed and robbed in hospital car park

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Summer is well and truly here and with the already scorching temperatures set to increase, you might want to turn these appliances off to reduce fire risks

6 Household Appliances Experts Urge You to Unplug During a Heatwave to Avoid Surges and Overheating

Police say the investigation into the attack is in the early stages, but no-one was hurt.

Shots fired at property on residential street

A woman has been charged with murder after human remains were found in the search for a missing person. Maureen Rickards, 50, from Canterbury, was arrested on 11 July after police discovered the remains at a property in St Martin's Road in the city. Kent Police said that while officers...

Woman charged with murder after human remains found

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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Tumble dryer factory could close with 150 jobs at risk

The company has been operating at \"significant loss for some time\" amid declining...

The company has been operating at "significant loss for some time" amid declining...

Tumble dryer factory could close with 150 jobs at risk

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