Hosepipe bans across large parts of England are causing public frustration and a "culture war" over exemptions for vulnerable groups. Critics blame water companies for significant leaks and AI data centers for high water consumption, while experts highlight climate change and aging infrastructure as root causes.
South East Water has expanded its hosepipe ban to include parts of Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, and Berkshire, affecting an additional 1.5 million customers, bringing the total to 2.4 million people in southern England. The ban, effective Saturday, follows record-breaking temperatures and has drawn criticism from local MP Josh Babarinde regarding underinvestment in infrastructure.
India's R Sai Kishore will play for Gloucestershire in the final six matches of the 2026 County Championship season. The 29-year-old spinner previously played for Surrey in 2025 and is eager to compete in English conditions.
Pizza Express conducted an internal inquiry into Prince Andrew's claim he visited their Woking branch on the day he allegedly had sex with a Jeffrey Epstein victim. The company found no evidence to confirm or deny his presence.
Penelope Keith, the acclaimed British actress known for her roles in "The Good Life" and "To the Manor Born," has passed away at the age of 86. Her family confirmed she died at home in Surrey after a cancer diagnosis.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a three-year-old girl was found dead at a property on Pyrcroft Road, Chertsey, Surrey. Police believe the incident occurred within a family setting and are not seeking any other suspects.
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were withdrawn from County Championship matches at the ECB's request, fueling speculation they may return for the third Test against New Zealand. Both players missed the second Test after breaching team curfew.
Surrey County Council has withdrawn its legal bid to return Sara Sharif's five siblings to the UK, meaning they will remain in Pakistan with their grandfather. The children have been in Pakistan since October 2023.
Almunthir Daqamah, 21, a former University of Surrey student, is charged with attempted murder after a campus safety officer was shot with a crossbow. The victim, Robert Tytler, 51, remains in stable condition. Daqamah, a Saudi national, faces additional charges and has been remanded in custody.
A 21-year-old Saudi national, a former University of Surrey student, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a crossbow attack on a campus safety officer in Guildford. The victim, in his 50s, is in serious condition at Royal Surrey County Hospital.
A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man in his 50s was shot with a crossbow at the University of Surrey's Manor Park Student Village in Guildford. The victim is in serious condition, and police are appealing for witnesses.
A building known as a nesting site for swifts was demolished during the UK's nesting season, leading to accusations of wildlife crime and highlighting weak protections for at-risk birds from development projects.
Entomologists in England anticipate a significant increase in slug activity, posing a threat to strawberry plants and other garden crops due to recent hot, dry weather followed by rain. The Royal Horticultural Society advises gentle methods for managing slugs, emphasizing their role in garden biodiversity.
Avrupa'yı etkisi altına alan sıcak hava dalgası nedeniyle İngiltere'de sıcaklıklar 30 dereceyi aşarken, İspanya'da 40 dereceye ulaşması bekleniyor. Birçok ülkede rekor sıcaklıklar kaydedilirken, halka sağlık uyarıları yapıldı.
Somerset, the reigning T20 Blast champions, began their title defense with a dominant seven-wicket win over Hampshire Hawks. Other opening night victories included Yorkshire, Kent Spitfires, Surrey, Worcestershire Rapids, Gloucestershire, and Northamptonshire Steelbacks.
Reigning champions Surrey started their Women's T20 Blast title defence by chasing 186 to beat Lancashire Thunder by six wickets. Elsewhere, Essex, The Blaze, and Somerset secured victories, with Somerset's match ending in a thrilling tie.
Surrey Police are investigating two allegations of child sexual abuse linked to the Epstein files, dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. This marks the first British police investigation into alleged sexual harm against females related to Epstein.
Surrey Police is investigating two allegations of child sexual abuse linked to the Jeffrey Epstein files. The allegations concern incidents in the mid-1990s to 2000 and mid-to-late 1980s in west Surrey and Berkshire.
County Championship updates from the latest matches Sign up for The Spin | Email Tanya or post below the lineHello and happy Saturday morning. It’s a patchwork sunny and cloudy morning in Leeds, where Jonny Bairstow thrilled the crowd with his first hundred as captain. He, and Adam Lyth, can go bigger and better this morning, unless Surrey find something piquant from the pitch.Play starts at 11am here, and around the grounds. We’d love your company. Continue reading...
Jonny Bairstow scored a century as Yorkshire faced Surrey at Headingley. Across the County Championship, various teams competed in Division One and Two, with notable performances from Adam Lyth, Ben Kellaway, and Sam Northeast amidst a busy day of domestic cricket.
A University of Surrey study finds companies led by privately educated CEOs experience 5% lower stock market volatility due to investor perception, despite no actual difference in performance or decision-making.
Warwickshire hammered Yorkshire to go second in Division One as league leaders Nottinghamshire were held by SurreyBy the 99.94 Cricket BlogThis article is from The 99.94 Cricket Blog Continue reading...
Updates on day four from the latest round of games Counties face points deductions for financial losses | Mail TanyaWith four overs lost. Things are about to sprout into action elsewhere.“Now then, Tanya!” Hell0 there Tim Maitland. Continue reading...
Updates on day four from the latest round of games Counties face points deductions for financial losses | Mail TanyaWith four overs lost. Things are about to sprout into action elsewhere.“Now then, Tanya!” Hell0 there Tim Maitland. Continue reading...
