Massive Data Centres Strain Australia's Drinking Water
The explosive growth of data centres in Australia is consuming billions of litres of drinking water for cooling, sparking a national debate over resource allocation and sustainability.
The explosive growth of data centres in Australia is consuming billions of litres of drinking water for cooling, sparking a national debate over resource allocation and sustainability.
New data reveals US adults are drinking less, with weekly consumption at its lowest since 1995. But experts debate if it's a health trend or economic pressure. Discover the full story.
A mother and her partner face aggravated child abuse charges after allegedly starving her 14-year-old son and forcing him to drink dangerous amounts of water. Read the shocking details.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk's Wikipedia page was viewed nearly 45m times in 2025, topping the annual list following his fatal shooting at a university debate. Discover the full top 20.
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
Advent calendars have spiralled from simple nativity scenes to luxury status symbols and bizarre offerings like period pants and sex toys. Has the festive countdown lost its meaning?
A sobering survey reveals 84% of American teenagers describe news media with negative words like 'biased' and 'fake'. Discover the causes and potential solutions for this crisis in news literacy.
Bosses at Scotland's first drug consumption room plan to lobby the Lord Advocate for a crack cocaine smoking area. The £2.3m facility aims to attract more users amid rising cocaine-related deaths.
Discover 8 evidence-based strategies from experts to help you drink less during the festive period without relying on willpower alone. Take control of your drinking habits today.
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
New research reveals a 10% increase in ultra-processed food consumption raises pre-diabetes risk by 64% in young adults. Discover how to protect your long-term health.
A new poll reveals 40% of information Brits consume daily comes from the US, with Trump more recognised than King Charles. Discover the full impact of American culture.
New research reveals moderate coffee consumption preserves telomere length, slowing cellular ageing. Discover how your daily brew could be a fountain of youth.
British households will consume seven times more electricity on Christmas Day, enough to watch Home Alone 183 times. EDF offers free power to ease costs.
Brits are eating 12% less vegetables than in 1974 while consuming 200% more crisps. Jamie Oliver warns of health crisis. Learn how to improve your diet today.
Longevity researchers debate whether daily wine consumption contributes to longer life in Blue Zones. Doctors caution evidence is circumstantial. Discover the full story.
New research reveals smoking cannabis significantly reduces alcohol intake. Could a 'California sober' lifestyle help curb drinking? Explore the findings.
Joe Rogan's podcast tops Apple's annual rankings, dethroning The New York Times' The Daily. Discover how this shift reflects podcast consumption trends.
American communities unite against data centres' massive water consumption and electricity rate hikes affecting households. Discover how bipartisan resistance is growing nationwide.
Leading motoring experts reveal how a simple dashboard switch, cruise control, can slash fuel consumption by 14%, saving drivers up to £1.65 per hour on motorways.
Research reveals the average Briton drinks 62,046 cups of tea in a lifetime, costing just £6,622. Discover the breakdown of this national habit and how to save on your brew.
Regulators raise concerns over pesticide exposure from berries. Discover the facts about dimethoate risks and simple safety steps to protect your family while maintaining a healthy diet.
Gut health expert Dr Megan Rossi reveals three simple questions to assess your sugar intake. Discover the difference between natural and added sugars and the health risks of overconsumption.
Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner shares the truth about meat consumption and longevity. Discover the dietary habits of the world's longest-lived people and how to apply them.
After 156 editions, The Guardian's Friday Briefing editor shares profound insights about modern news consumption, political polarization, and what truly matters in today's information landscape.
Groundbreaking research shows that alcohol consumption patterns before middle age dramatically impact stroke severity, with heavy drinkers facing more devastating outcomes.
New research reveals how our obsession with constant information is creating unprecedented anxiety and decision paralysis. Discover why sometimes ignorance really is bliss.
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.