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'Not doing their bit': Mineral council blasts Australian states over uranium mining bans as scale of production needed to service new export deal with India revealed Original
The federal government’s historic deal with India to export uranium could be worth billions of dollars to the Australian economy, but blanket restrictions on mining the commodity across much of Australia mean it could be a lost opportunity. The centrepiece of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia this month was a landmark deal to supply the world’s fastest growing economy with uranium as it ramps up its plans to produce 100 gigawatts of clean nuclear energy by 2047.
UK heatwave to intensify again as it enters second week Original
Image source, SOPA Images via Getty Images ByMatt Taylor Lead weather presenter Published 8 minutes ago The UK's third heatwave of the year is set to intensify again this week, following a slight drop in temperatures for some on Monday. More places in England and Wales could exceed 30C, with some forecasts suggesting that temperatures close to the mid-30s could be possible in a few locations.
Pubs can stay open for full Norway game - even if kick-off delayed
England fans can stay in the pub - either celebrating or commiserating with each other - until 30 minutes after the final whistle is blown in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway, the government has said. Extended licensing hours will allow supporters in England and Wales to watch the entire game, even if the start is delayed because of extreme heat. An earlier extension had allowed venues to stay open until 02:00 BST.
PC praised for squeezing through gap to save man
A police officer who threw off her body armour to squeeze through a narrow gap and save the life of a man who was self-harming has been commended for her "tremendous bravery". PC Louisa Anderson, of Derbyshire Police, attended a call to a barricaded flat in June 2025. She and a colleague were able to open the door narrowly and saw a man stabbing himself.
PC praised for squeezing through gap to save man
PC Louisa Anderson, of Derbyshire Police, has been commended for her "tremendous bravery" A police officer who threw off her body armour to squeeze through a narrow gap and save the life of a man who was self-harming has been commended for her "tremendous bravery". PC Louisa Anderson, of Derbyshire Police, attended a call to a barricaded flat in June 2025. She and a colleague were able to open the door narrowly and saw a man stabbing himself.
£50m West Midlands R&D initiative launches to upscale and develop local businesses
Three new West Midlands programmes that will help businesses develop and scale near-to-market products and services are receiving £50 million of support from the Local Innovation Partnerships Fund.
'Relief' as flood-hit homes set for demolition
People have spoken of mixed emotions after it emerged every home on a street where a woman drowned when water filled her home could be bought and demolished. Maureen Gilbert died after her house in Tapton Terrace, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, flooded in October 2023 when the nearby River Rother burst its banks during Storm Babet. Lisa Thompson, who has lived on the street for 20 years, said she cried when she found out Chesterfield Borough Council would buy her out.
'Relief' as flood-hit homes set for demolition
Matt Taylor - Derby; Tom Ingalls - BBC Look North Sat 4 July 2026 at 6:04 am UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Lisa Thompson says it would be "very emotional" when Tapton Terrace [BBC] People have spoken of mixed emotions after it emerged every home on a street where a woman drowned when water filled her home could be bought and demolished.
Public invited to name town's new bridge
Fri, July 3, 2026 at 5:02 AM UTC The new bridge will replace an existing one that's nearing the end of its lifespan People are being invited to name a new footbridge bridge in Derbyshire. The new footbridge in Long Eaton will link the town centre and West Park, replacing its predecessor, known as The Green Bridge, which closed in November after being in place for almost a century.
A Backwards History of Money
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A Backwards History of Money
Modern theories of money often begin with the state. According to chartalists—from Georg Friedrich Knapp’s The State Theory of Money through modern proponents such as L. Randall Wray, with David Graeber’s Debt: The First 5,000 Years as a popular fellow traveller—money originates in taxation, legal decree, and state accounting systems. The state, in this view, stands at the beginning of monetary history. There is a problem with this approach.
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Council boss calls for rethink after A38 plans shelved
The leader of Derby City Council has questioned if the recently shelved A38 scheme was still the right plan 25 years on from its inception. Councillor Nadine Peatfield has said it would be "right" for residents to give their views on the project, which she said remained "divisive" in the city. The estimated £600m A38 scheme was approved by the government in July, and would see roads widened, with flyovers and underpasses constructed at Little Eaton, Markeaton and Kingsway roundabouts.
West Midlands Deepens India Trade, Investment and Innovation Ties During UK-India Week
The strategic programme will set strategic direction for future collaboration between the West Midlands and key Indian sub-regions, including Gujarat Builds on the landmark West Midlands trade mission to Ahmedabad, Mumbai Bengaluru in February Bolsters trade, tourism and investment links as landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement enters into force on 15 July To mark the start of UK-India Week (22 – 26 June 2026), the West Midlands convened senior leaders from India and the region’s businesses...
2026 Kia Sportage PHEV First Test: A Well-Rounded Hybrid SUV
Kia’s compact plug-in SUV isn’t exactly a standout, but that’s what makes it so good. Matt TaylorWriterBrian VancePhotographerJun 25, 2026 Right-sized Surprisingly fun to drive Usable hybrid range Dual-function control bar Some safety features optional Too expensive? What’s the most competitive segment in the auto industry today? If you said small SUVs, you’ve been paying attention. It’s a segment dominated by familiar names that sell in huge volumes.
Why a 1976-style heatwave in the UK would be even more extreme today
ByMatt Taylor Lead Weather Presenter Published 53 minutes ago New research shows that the UK could reach peak heatwave temperatures of up to 45C (113F) in the next 30 years. Prolonged periods of heat above 40C would also bring about far reaching impacts on daily life including on water supply, food production and health.
Derby feels on edge over knife crime
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The Best American Trucks of All Time
The pickup truck is an American icon, and these are the icons of American truck history. Matt TaylorWriterMotorTrend ArchivesPhotographerManufacturerPhotographerRyan LugoIllustration ByJun 19, 2026 What’s more American than pickup trucks? For more than a century they’ve been central to our work and our recreation, our livelihoods and our identity. We love them, we buy them in huge numbers, and we use them for everything.
Derby feels on edge over knife crime - campaigner
Anti knife crime campaigner Danny Mondesir has said many people do not feel safe in Derby city centre [BBC] "If you walk down this high street in Derby today, I would hazard a guess that people are going to say generally, 'we don't feel safe'." Danny Mondesir, a veteran knife crime campaigner who leads the Street Whyze project, says the city "feels on edge".
Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some Original
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Summer warmth is set to return in bursts this week with drier weather on the cards for most ByMatt Taylor Lead Weather Presenter Published 6 minutes ago Bursts of summer weather are set to return this week, with temperatures forecast to reach 28C (82F) in some places. After a rather cool week last week, all parts of the UK should feel warmer. It will also be drier for most, although spells of rain will still feature.
'Band's truck' hits house on way to Download
The crash led to a road closure for several hours [Supplied] The driver of a lorry believed to be carrying equipment for one of the bands performing at Download was taken to hospital after crashing into a house while en route to the festival. Thousands of rock fans are at the UK's biggest festival for 2026 at Donington Park in Leicestershire this weekend.
'Band's truck' hits house on way to Download
Matt Taylor - East Midlands Sun, 14 June 2026 at 3:19 pm UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The crash led to a road closure for several hours [Supplied] The driver of a lorry believed to be carrying equipment for one of the bands performing at Download was taken to hospital after crashing into a house while en route to the festival. Thousands of rock fans are at the UK's biggest festival for 2026 at Donington Park in Leicestershire this weekend.
The Best American SUVs of All Time
America’s love affair with the SUV is decades old. Here’s where it started, where it’s been, and where it is today. Matt TaylorWriterMotorTrend ArchivesPhotographerJun 09, 2026 America’s affection for SUVs just keeps growing—to the extent that multiple American automakers have all but dropped traditional cars from their lineups, leaving SUVs to fill any need that pickup trucks can’t. Of course, that’s partly because the definition of SUV has become, well, pretty loose.
Person got stuck while trespassing on closed bridge
Matt Taylor - Derby Tue, June 9, 2026 at 12:35 PM UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The bridge at Darley Abbey is set to be demolished after becoming "dangerous" [Derby City Council] A warning has been issued after a person got stuck while trying to climb over the gates of a closed bridge and had to be rescued.
Heatwave likely to be confirmed as record-breaking temperatures forecast Original
Image source, Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty Images ByMatt Taylor Lead Weather Presenter Published 9 minutes ago A heatwave is expected to officially be declared for parts of the UK on Sunday as a spell of unusual May heat intensifies. A temperature of 30.5C was recorded at Frittenden in Kent on Saturday - the highest of the year so far. The soaring temperatures could also lead to new national May temperature records being set on bank holiday Monday.
2026 Honda Pilot First Test: Everything You Need, and Some of What You Want
Slowness aside, Honda’s big three-row SUV continues a tradition of success, with some substantial upgrades for 2026. Matt TaylorWriterDarren MartinPhotographerMay 22, 2026 Quieter interior Plenty of cargo, passenger space Familiar design and layout Familiar design and layout Lackluster power, efficiency Interior not exactly luxurious Need a minivan’s utility but want an SUV’s looks and profile?
Plans for 200 new car parking spaces in town centre
Plans for a new car park and affordable homes on land formerly used as a railway depot have been announced. High Peak Borough Council said it was purchasing the land next to Buxton station in Derbyshire with the intention of creating 200 parking spaces near the Springs shopping centre. The authority confirmed a planning application had been submitted by its development partner Capital&Centric.
Rare pictures show dam being built 110 years ago
Construction of the Derwent Dam was completed in 1916 [Severn Trent] Historic photos showing the workers who built a dam 110 years ago have been released. Water company Severn Trent has shared the images of the Derwent Dam in Derbyshire, which it described as a "magnificent feat of engineering" that took 14 years to complete and involved about 1,000 workers.
'Eyesore' shop building in town centre restored
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'Eyesore' shop building in town centre restored
The art deco sign at Long Eaton's old Burton building has now been restored [Erewash Borough Council] A former tailoring shop that became "an eyesore" in a town centre has been restored. Long Eaton's old Burton building, built to house the men's outfitting chain in 1935, was left in "disrepair", according to Erewash Borough Council. The previous owners rejected a council offer of a grant to improve the building's appearance, the authority said, and it sought an order which compelled repairs.
Warm weekend forecast before Arctic air brings cold spell next week Original
Image source, BBC WEATHERWATCHERS/DEBBIE W ByMatt Taylor Lead Weather Presenter Published 4 hours ago Periods of dry and sunny weather are on the cards for most of the UK this weekend before chilly Arctic air sends temperatures falling into the single digits next week. If you've got outdoor plans this weekend the good news is that most will experience dry and sunny weather at times, despite the chance of rain for some.
Gladiator Giant claims he was axed over girlfriend's job
Jamie Bigg - who appears on the BBC show under the name Giant - is set to leave Gladiators Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, has left the BBC show following the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours of my life".
Giant leaves BBC show Gladiators after three seasons
Jamie Bigg - who appears on the BBC show under the name Giant - is set to leave Gladiators [BBC] Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, has left the BBC show following the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours of my life".
Giant to leave Gladiators at end of current series
Jamie Bigg - who appears on the BBC show under the name Giant - is set to leave Gladiators [BBC] Gladiators star Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, will leave the BBC show at the end of this series. Bigg announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday, saying that being a Gladiator had been "one of the greatest honours of my life".
Call handlers accused of leaking data to criminals
Two police call handlers have been charged with misconduct in public office over allegations they passed confidential information to criminals, the policing watchdog has said. Jessica Fitzhugh, 22, and Ellie-Mae Doherty, 21, who both worked in the control room for Derbyshire Police, were charged following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
2026 Lexus NX - AOL
2026 Lexus NXMotorTrend - MotorTrend (MotorTrend - MotorTrend) Multiple powertrain choices Smooth, comfortable ride Modern infotainment system Underwhelming base engine Sport trims lack punch Interior feels plain The Lexus NX has become a cornerstone of the luxury compact SUV segment, blending comfort, efficiency, and a broad mix of powertrains to suit different buyers.
Investigative Options To Consider Alongside Asset Tracing
Tom Stanley’s articles from K2 Integrity are most popular: in United States with readers working within the Banking & Credit industries K2 Integrity are most popular: within Litigation and Mediation & Arbitration topic(s) This article was first published as a chapter in Essential Intelligence: Fraud, Asset Tracing, and Recovery 2026.
500 Tbps of capacity: 16 years of scaling our global network
Cloudflare’s global network and backbone in 2026. Cloudflare's network recently passed a major milestone: we crossed 500 terabits per second (Tbps) of external capacity. When we say 500 Tbps, we mean total provisioned external interconnection capacity: the sum of every port facing a transit provider, private peering partner, Internet exchange, or Cloudflare Network Interconnect (CNI) port across all 330+ cities. This is not peak traffic.
Fourth man charged after shot fired outside property
A fourth man has been charged following reports a shot was fired outside a property in Glen Parva. Leicestershire Police said it is continuing to investigate after officers were called to Hewes Close at about 20:40 GMT on 6 March. The force said nobody was injured. Liam Goldson, 19, of Milton Close in Whiston, Prescot, has been charged with conspiracy to commit murder and conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
Investigative Options To Consider Alongside Asset Tracing
This article was first published as a chapter in Essential Intelligence: Fraud, Asset Tracing, and Recovery 2026. Written by Tom Stanley, Matthew Taylor, and Peter Yates. Reproduced with permission. © 2026 Commercial Dispute Resolution. For further use, please visit www.cdr-news.com. Introduction A key determinant of the success of legal proceedings is not only the identification of assets through online methods but also collecting other intelligence and evidence to support the proceedings.
Investigative Options To Consider Alongside Asset Tracing
This article was first published as a chapter in Essential Intelligence: Fraud, Asset Tracing, and Recovery 2026. Written by Tom Stanley, Matthew Taylor, and Peter Yates. Reproduced with permission. © 2026 Commercial Dispute Resolution. For further...
Yellowstone in Winter: Sampling America’s Bounty on Bitchin’ Ski-Doo Snowmobiles
A snow machine neophyte attempts to shred the frozen gnar in Roosevelt country—and you can too. Matt TaylorWriterManufacturerPhotographerApr 02, 2026 PROLOGUE: I’m on my way to Yellowstone, and my wife is annoyed. I don’t blame her—neither of us has ever been, but now I’m going and she isn’t, and even at some 30,000 feet somewhere over the Rockies, I can feel it. I kid, of course. Mostly.
2026 Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV First Test: Hybrid Hot Hatch in Disguise?
A hybrid in more ways than one, this XC60 shows you can let discretion be the better part of valor and also, ya know, enjoy yourself. Matt TaylorWriterBrian VancePhotographerMar 30, 2026 Stealth power Refined interior Pleasant dynamics Limited all-electric range Mushy brake pedal feel Expensive variant Made you look—nope, sorry, the Volvo XC60 T8 isn’t really a hot hatch in disguise. But drive one, and you might forgive us for the hyperbole.
Electric motorbikes plea ahead of boy's funeral
The family of a 14-year-old boy who died in a crash involving an electric motorbike and a car in Derbyshire have urged people not to attend his funeral on electric motorbikes. Derbyshire Police said Finley Dawson was riding with a 15-year-old pillion passenger at about 20:30 GMT on 5 March when it collided with a Kia Sportage in Newbold Road, Chesterfield. He suffered serious injuries and died the following day.
Revology 1969 Boss 429 Mustang First Test: Go Ahead, Meet Your Heroes
Meet the new Boss. Not the same as the old Boss. Matt TaylorWriterWilliam WalkerPhotographerMar 17, 2026 It’s nearly impossible to overstate the Ford Mustang’s impact on American culture, and classic Mustangs—model years 1964.5 to 1973—loom especially large in our collective imagination. You need look no further than Ford’s own hard turn into retro Mustang styling and the resulting success for proof of that. But the reality of living with a classic Mustang tends to dump cold water on the fantasy.
Revive I-70: Pavement Design Overview
Abstract This presentation will examine the goals and design strategies behind two recently awarded design-build contracts for the Revive I-70 project in Wayne County. We will discuss how these contracts showcase contrasting approaches to pavement management and design: reconstruction using extended-service-life pavement and rehabilitating pavement to extend the service life of the original structure. We will also offer insights into INDOT’s evolving pavement design practices.
Birmingham launches Central Heart vision on the global investment stage
Birmingham has launched the Central Heart prospectus at MIPIM, setting out a major new regeneration vision that will create thousands of homes, jobs and commercial space in the heart of the city.
Work to begin on new £3m GP centre after agreement
The centre is set to be built on the site of the former Methodist church in Creswell [Google] Work to build a new primary care centre on the site of a former Methodist church in Derbyshire is set to begin. The project in Elmton Road, Creswell, will cost an estimated £3m, the NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has said. Contracts were signed earlier this month after agreements were reached between the local NHS, two GP practices and a development company.
Creative Methods For Tracing Assets: A Global Perspective
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Source for Call Center and Call Centre News, Leads, and Outsourcers
Articles, News, Announcements - click Main News Page Practical Intelligence in Payment Security: Turning PCI Compliance into a CX Advantage By Matt Taylor, Head of Solution Consulting, IPI For many contact center leaders, PCI compliance has traditionally operated in the background. It is owned by risk teams, reviewed during audits and discussed primarily when something goes wrong. Operational leaders rarely view it as a performance lever, and that represents a missed opportunity.
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