A planned fire at Houston’s Addicks Reservoir caused smoke but no danger; Texans lost to Patriots; two charged in taco truck murder.

A new 500kV power line in Jiangsu, China, opened Jan. 13, 2026, boosting grid capacity and renewable energy transmission.

St Mary’s Catholic School in Bicester won a CAFOD award for its faith-driven sustainability and poverty relief efforts.

The 100 Mile House council backs using sheep grazing to reduce wildfire risk, pending final approval.

EPA reviews Clean Water Act changes, sparking concerns over weakened protections.

Guam and Pacific groups oppose deep-sea mining near Northern Mariana Islands over environmental and cultural risks.

Barratt Homes West Midlands built 522 homes, boosted the economy by £113M, and supported 1,600 jobs in 2025.

Thames Water’s roadwork in Marlborough caused major delays; officials demand a fee to prevent future disruptions.

Wiltshire proposes 20% parking fee hike to cover £175K shortfall amid inflation, sparking debate over impacts and timing.

Extreme cold in Ohio and West Virginia led to health warnings as photos captured protests, sports, crime, and illness on January 19, 2026.