The Independent

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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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Chicago, IL

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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?

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

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

This slideshow requires JavaScript. The Essex is our take on a crafted modern design. It’s available now in Tan Suede, Light Blue Suede & classic Black/White Suede.

Lakai: Essex

Virginia State

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

Cambridge, NY

Since opening Puritan & Company in 2012, chef Will Gilson has added four more restaurants in Cambridge—and his team has learned a lot with every new spot. This month, Gilson’s Cambridge Street Hospitality Group introduces its latest, Amba Cafe and Rotisserie, which aims to meet the dining moment in a rapidly growing part of the neighborhood.

First look at Amba Cambridge, a sunny, all-day café and rotisserie

Network Rail says a new underpass in Needham Market is due to be finished by the end of 2024.

Railway crossing where actress died is to close

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

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The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful, if you were watching earlier this week when Tom Star (Clint Howard died), you know that Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) did not honor her Hippocratic Oath as a physician to "do no harm".

The Bold and the Beautiful shocker: Dr. Li Finnegan broke her Hippocratic Oath by watching Tom die

This year marks the first that breaking has been recognised at the Olympics and, to celebrate, Breakin’ Convention and Sadler’s Wells are teaming up. The two groups will co-host free live watching parties at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park’s Riverside East, so you can cheer on the teams in the competition with aficionados and curious new fans alike. The events will also feature DJ sets from BBC 1Xtra’s team and panel talks with breakers involved in the Olympic qualifiers, who’ll give more insight into both the dance form and the process of getting involved with athletics’ biggest tournament.

Breaking Olympic Watch Parties

Join Read & Run Chicago and Black Girls Read Book Club for a five-mile, easy-paced run through Bronzeville, inspired by Toya Wolfe's novel Last Summer on State Street. Guide Cynthia Okechukwu will lead runners through various points of interest related to the book and discuss the rise and fall of Chicago's public housing and the construction of the Dan Ryan Expressway as they relate to the story. The run concludes at the Chicago Bee Library Branch, where there will be snacks, book sales with Da Book Joint and an in-person Q&A with Wolfe.

Book Club Run of 'Last Summer on State Street' with Toya Wolfe

Alan Gardiner served the Dearne area of Barnsley for decades before his death in 2022.

Long-serving councillor honoured with town plaque

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

The Shy Green

Unexpected Bankruptcy Looms for LL Flooring Amid Economic Challenges. In a surprising turn of events, LL Flooring, a major player in the U.S. hardwood flooring market, is reportedly teetering on the edge of filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This news has sent shockwaves through the retail industry, given the company's prominent position and widespread presence across 47 states.

A store that sells tools and home supplies is suddenly going bankrupt

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Carpetright is on the brink of collapse: everything we know so far

Carpetright has been kitting out homes across the UK since 1988. It’s one the the country’s biggest flooring retailers and has been a mainstay of shopping...

Carpetright is on the brink of collapse: everything we know so far

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