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Harrods, the luxury department store in London, has reported attempts by cyber hackers to gain unauthorized access to its systems, resulting in restricted internet access that has impacted payment processes for some customers. The store remains open, assuring shoppers that they can still make purchases online and in-store while their IT security team addresses the situation. This incident follows similar cyberattacks on other retailers, highlighting a growing trend of threats targeting retail operations, which experts...

Hundreds of homes in Norfolk, including areas near Sandringham House, were left without water due to a major pipe burst, prompting the estate to close its facilities, including toilets and the restaurant, while repairs are underway. Anglian Water is working to resolve the issue, which has proven more complicated than initially expected, with hopes to restore service by 5pm. The closure comes amid record-breaking warm temperatures in the UK, with April experiencing significantly below-average rainfall,...

Transgender Women in Women's FootballThe Football Association (FA) announced that, effective 1 June, transgender women will no longer be allowed to participate in women's football in England, following a change in policy on 11 April which set stricter eligibility criteria. This decision comes after the UK Supreme Court's ruling on 15 April, establishing that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, leading the FA to permit only those born biologically female...

The London Eye has experienced a breakdown on the hottest day of the year in Britain, with temperatures reaching 28°C. Footage shows an announcement made at the popular tourist attraction, indicating that engineers are on site to address the issue, as crowds wait to board. According to the Met Office, there’s a 30% chance temperatures could exceed 30°C, potentially marking a record early for such heat in the year. Full Article

Two police horses, Yvonne and Snaffles, were attacked by a dog while on patrol in Shepherd’s Bush Green, with officers Sergeant Leon Astley and PC Grace Miller-McCormack riding them. Despite the owner's attempts to control the dog, it chased the horses and attempted to bite their legs until public intervention helped detain it; fortunately, Yvonne and Snaffles only sustained minor injuries and are recovering. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for information to identify the dog...

Chongqing, a megacity in China with over 30 million residents, features an extensive surveillance system, monitored through a grid-like structure that allows local committees to track neighborhood activities. The city is characterized by its unique mountainous architecture, resulting in a multi-layered urban environment known as a ‘5D city,’ which integrates skyscrapers and infrastructure into its terrain. However, the dense fog often enveloping Chongqing and its limited sunlight access highlight the challenges faced by its inhabitants,...