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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.

Scots Police Forced to Buy Their Own Uniforms

Police Scotland officers are spending hundreds of pounds of their own money on replacement uniforms and equipment after the force's standard-issue kit was widely criticised for being poor quality, ill-fitting, and unfit for purpose.

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.

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

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.

Outback Wrangler pilot denies drug charges

A pilot associated with the Outback Wrangler TV show has appeared in court, denying allegations of supplying cocaine. The case has drawn significant attention due to the defendant's high-profile connections.

US power demand hits record high, grid under strain

Soaring electricity usage in the US has pushed power demand to unprecedented levels, raising concerns over grid stability and household bills. Experts warn of potential price hikes and strain on infrastructure.

UK faces water shortages in five regions by 2030

Experts warn that parts of the UK could face severe water shortages within the next decade due to climate change and outdated infrastructure. Find out which regions are most at risk and what can be done to prevent a crisis.

Brain-eating amoeba found in Queensland water supply

Residents in Charleville and Augathella, Queensland, have been warned after a rare and deadly brain-eating amoeba was detected in the local water supply. Authorities urge immediate precautions.

Tesla eyes UK energy market under Musk

Tesla, under Elon Musk's leadership, is reportedly exploring entry into the UK energy market, potentially supplying electricity to households. The move could disrupt traditional utilities.

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