The Met Office has escalated weather warnings to amber as a severe storm system approaches the UK, threatening 70mph winds, torrential rain, and significant disruption to travel and power networks from Thursday.
The Met Office issues severe weather warnings as a powerful Atlantic storm system is set to batter the UK with heavy rain and disruptive gales, threatening travel and outdoor events.
The Australian Labor government has granted federal approval for the contentious $1.7 billion Robbins Island wind farm in Tasmania, a monumental project set to power nearly 1.2 million homes despite significant environmental and cultural heritage concerns
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings for much of the UK, forecasting disruptive 70mph gales and heavy downpours that threaten travel chaos and potential flooding from Wednesday.
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