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John Deere Warns of Tractor Price Hikes from US Tariffs

John Deere's CEO has issued a stark warning that the cost of its iconic green tractors is set to rise significantly for British farmers, citing new US tariffs on Chinese manufacturing imports as the primary driver.

Home and Away Star Jailed for Six Months on Drug Charges

Former 'Home and Away' actor Ben Unwin, famed for playing Jesse McGregor, is sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to cocaine possession and supply in a Sydney court. The shocking fall from grace for the 1990s teen heartthrob.

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.

Delta sued after pilot dumps jet fuel on LA school

Delta Air Lines is embroiled in a major lawsuit after one of its pilots allegedly jettisoned jet fuel directly over a Los Angeles school playground, causing a health crisis and injuring dozens of children and staff. The shocking incident has raised seriou

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.

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.

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.

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

DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Key Details Revealed

The DWP has issued crucial new details for the Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you're eligible, the exact payment amounts, and the all-important dates for 2024 to help with your energy bills.

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