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Grandfather dies in blast after gas smell reports

A 68-year-old grandfather died in a catastrophic house explosion in Shaw, Greater Manchester. A neighbour's inquest testimony reveals they had reported a persistent smell of gas for weeks prior to the blast, raising serious questions for the gas network p

Swansea man died as house vanished in gas explosion

A public inquest hears harrowing details of the catastrophic gas explosion that completely destroyed a Swansea home, claiming the life of 68-year-old Keith Morris. Investigation into the cause continues.

NY halts Hyundai business over child labour scandal

New York Governor Kathy Hochul takes a stand against Hyundai's alleged use of child labour in its US supply chain, suspending all state business with the automotive giant pending a thorough investigation.

Coles Abandons Cage-Free Egg Pledge in Stunning Backflip

Australian supermarket titan Coles has stunned shoppers and animal welfare advocates by abruptly abandoning its high-profile pledge to stop selling caged eggs by the end of 2023, citing industry-wide supply shortages.

UK Car Production Crashes to Lowest Level Since 1980s

UK car manufacturing output nosedived in 2023, hitting a multi-decade low. Brexit trade barriers and a crippling global semiconductor shortage are blamed for the steepest annual decline in production since the 1980s.

Queensland trucking company collapses after 23 years

A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.

Sushi Ginger Shortage As Peru Crop Fails

A severe ginger shortage, triggered by devastating weather in Peru, is threatening the iconic pink pickled slivers served with sushi worldwide, forcing restaurants to ration supplies and consider alternatives.

Civilian Workers Indicted Over Pearl Harbour Fuel Leak

US Justice Department brings charges against two civilian operators for alleged negligence leading to a massive jet fuel leak from the World War II-era Red Hill facility, contaminating the water supply for 93,000 residents in Hawaii.

Dolphins Coach Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

Miami Dolphins assistant coach Ryan Crow has been suspended by the NFL team following his arrest on domestic battery charges in Florida. The shocking incident has sent ripples through the organisation.

Mark Wright's Cousin Reveals Dating Fear After Abuse

Leah Wright, cousin of TOWIE star Mark Wright, bravely opens up about her deep-seated fears of dating and relationships after surviving a harrowing ordeal of domestic abuse that left her traumatised.

Trump Tariffs Threaten UK Ozempic and Mounjaro Supplies

Former President Trump's proposed tariffs could severely restrict UK supplies and drastically increase prices for diabetes and weight-management medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, creating a new healthcare crisis.

Qld MPs back police powers for instant DV orders

Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.

UK Car Production Surges 10% on EV and Export Demand

UK car manufacturing roared back to life in February with a 10% year-on-year increase. Driven by soaring demand for electric vehicles and robust exports, the industry signals a strong recovery, though domestic market challenges remain.

Utah Domestic Violence: Four Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide

A devastating domestic violence incident in Herriman, Utah, has left four people dead in a suspected murder-suicide. Police discovered the bodies after a welfare check, highlighting a grim pattern of intimate partner homicide.

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Kmart Australia Faces Legal Action Over Forced Labour Links

Australian retail giant Kmart is under fire as a prominent legal firm launches unprecedented action, alleging the company failed to adequately address modern slavery risks within its supply chain, potentially linking its products to forced labour.

UK Mum Survives Husband's Vicious Knife Attack - Her Story

A British mother reveals her incredible story of survival after her husband brutally attacked her with a knife, leaving her for dead. Her journey of recovery and advocacy for domestic violence victims is both heartbreaking and inspiring.

Kmart Australia Sued Over Modern Slavery Act Breaches

Australian retail giant Kmart is being taken to federal court by the regulator, accused of failing to adequately investigate and address modern slavery risks within its sprawling global supply chain, in a landmark legal test of the country's 2018 legislat

Pacific Shift Sparks US Megadrought, Food Prices Soar

A dramatic shift in Pacific Ocean currents has triggered a devastating megadrought in the US, leading to skyrocketing food prices. Experts warn of long-term impacts on agriculture and global supply chains.

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