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Day: January 10, 2005

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TV sets explode in massive power surge

Televisions burst into flames and other electrical appliances overheated as a power surge hit hundreds of homes. The electricity surge left one man injured and caused 23 minor fires after nearly twice the normal voltage was sent through the mains. Firefighters were

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IEE launches teen magazine

The IEE has launched Flipside, a glossy magazine targeted at young teens aged 11-15. The IEE, industry, academia and government have long-running concerns that, if left unchecked, the falling level of science, engineering and technology (SET) take-up among young people could lead

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Ofgem threatens £12m fine for blackouts

National Grid Company could face fines of up to £12m a year for major power cuts as the result of an incentive scheme announced this week by Ofgem. The decision to introduce the scheme comes after an investigation into power cuts in

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