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PM pressed on Big Tech; new solar jobs initiative launched.

New domestic initiatives are in the spotlight today, with the introduction of plug-in solar panels for homeowners seeking to reduce energy bills. This new technology offers a direct way for individuals to generate their own power, provided they have suitable outdoor space.

Politically, Prime Minister Andy Burnham is being urged to implement stricter regulations on major technology companies following a substantial $17 billion settlement by Meta. The calls focus on issues such as child safety on platforms like Instagram and Facebook.

In a positive development, a new scheme has been unveiled to offer taxpayer-funded jobs at Boots for young people experiencing anxiety and ADHD, aiming to enhance their employment prospects.

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Prime Minister Urged to Regulate Big Tech

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing pressure to introduce stricter regulations for major technology companies like Meta, following a $17 billion settlement by the social media giant. The calls emphasize the need to address issues such as child safety on platforms including Instagram and Facebook.

American Insurer Backs British Water Companies

An American insurer has guaranteed the debts of 15 British water companies and is actively advocating for Thames Water to avoid state control.

Kew Gardens to Sacrifice Rare Trees for Greenhouse Preservation

Kew Gardens has announced plans to cut down rare trees in an effort to preserve a vital greenhouse, indicating difficult decisions in conservation.

Many Britons Missing in Nepal Floods

A catastrophic flood, triggered by a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border, has left at least 165 dead and over 1,500 missing, including dozens of British citizens, among them two teenagers aged 13 and 14. Rescuers are struggling to reach the disaster zone.

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