Carbon emissions to reach record high in 2025
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels projected to hit 38.1 billion tonnes in 2025, breaching Paris Agreement targets. UK among few nations reducing emissions while growing economy.
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Liberals Prepare New Climate Policy After Marathon Talks
The Liberal Party is finalising its new climate change and energy policy following intense discussions. The party is expected to abandon the 2050 net zero target. Read the full details.
Cop websites produce 7x more carbon than average
Official Cop climate summit websites produce seven times more carbon than average sites, with emissions surging over 13,000% since 1995. Discover the findings and solutions.
COP websites emit 10x more carbon than average
New research shows COP climate conference websites produce up to 10 times more carbon emissions than average web pages, with a 13,000% increase since 1995. Learn how digital presence impacts climate goals.
Eddie Murphy's Emotional Beverly Hills Cop Revelation
Hollywood legend Eddie Murphy opens up about his emotional connection to Axel Foley and why returning to the character after 40 years felt like coming home.
PNG Leader: COP Summits Are Failing Vulnerable Nations
Prime Minister James Marape launches blistering critique of UN climate conferences, arguing they've become ineffective talking shops that ignore the urgent needs of developing nations facing existential threats.
NY Politician Sues New York Post Over Defamation Claims
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani files landmark defamation lawsuit against the New York Post over false 'cop killer' allegations, setting up a major First Amendment battle with significant political implications.
Labour leaders' international trips spark carbon hypocrisy claims
Sir Keir Starmer embarks on controversial Brazil visit while Ed Miliband attends dual climate conferences in what critics call 'carbon-heavy hypocrisy'. The taxpayer-funded trips raise questions about Labour's environmental commitments.
Academics slam $9tn net zero claim as 'misleading'
Leading Australian academics have condemned the Nationals party for repeatedly using a discredited $9 trillion figure to attack net zero policies, calling the costing 'fundamentally misleading' and based on misrepresented research.
Khan's 28,000 air miles clash with climate message
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces accusations of hypocrisy after flying nearly 28,000 miles worldwide while championing climate change policies. Exclusive investigation reveals extensive international travel during environmental campaigning.
Predatory Met Officer David Carrick's Abuse Reign Exposed
Ex-Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick, 48, used his position of power to sexually assault and control multiple women in a shocking pattern of predatory behaviour spanning nearly two decades while serving as a PC.
Shell abandons climate target after $28bn profits
Energy giant Shell has dramatically scaled back its carbon reduction ambitions while reporting staggering $28bn profits, sparking outrage from climate campaigners.
Brazil climate summit hypocrisy exposed
As global elites gather in Brazil for climate talks, Dominic Lawson exposes the staggering hypocrisy of private jet travel and carbon-intensive lifestyles among those preaching austerity to developing nations.
Mayor's 5700-mile flight to climate summit sparks fury
Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, sparks controversy by taking long-haul flight to COP30 climate summit in Brazil while advocating for environmental action back home.
Littleproud's Net Zero Claims: Real Action or Political Spin?
An in-depth analysis of the National Party's controversial climate commitments and whether their emissions reduction strategy represents genuine progress or clever political manoeuvring.
Liberal MPs push Sussan Ley to abandon net zero pledge
Deep divisions emerge within Australia's Liberal Party as conservative MPs demand Environment Minister Sussan Ley dump the net zero emissions commitment, fearing the 'tail is wagging the dog' on climate policy.
Australia's Net Zero Ambitions Face Parliamentary Test
Political tensions escalate as the Australian government faces opposition pushback on landmark environmental laws while navigating complex net zero commitments ahead of critical climate deadlines.
Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study
Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.
UK unveils carbon budget plan to rescue net zero targets
The UK government has launched an ambitious Carbon Budget Delivery Plan to get back on track for its 2030 emissions targets, featuring major investments in renewables, nuclear power, and green technology after previous strategy failures.
Pakistani farmers sue German polluters over climate floods
In an unprecedented climate justice case, Pakistani farming communities are taking German corporations to court, seeking compensation for devastating flood losses linked to carbon emissions.
Southern Ocean's CO2 'burps' accelerate climate change
Groundbreaking research reveals the Southern Ocean is releasing massive amounts of CO2 during intense winter storms, creating a dangerous climate feedback loop that could accelerate global warming.
Nissan partners with BYD to avoid EU emissions penalties
In a stunning industry move, Nissan has partnered with Chinese EV giant BYD to avoid billions in EU carbon penalties, reshaping the electric vehicle landscape and raising questions about Western automakers' survival strategies.
Mum smells nail varnish remover, finds gas leak
A mother's keen sense of smell detected nail varnish remover odour that turned out to be a dangerous gas leak, potentially saving her family from disaster in their UK home.
Airport expansion threatens UK net zero goals, MPs warn
Cross-party committee warns that government's airport expansion strategy threatens to undermine Britain's legally binding climate targets and carbon budgets.
MPs Demand Airport Expansion Freeze Over Climate
A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has called for a halt to all major airport expansion, including at Gatwick, until the government can prove it aligns with UK climate targets.
British surfer dies in Portugal gas poisoning tragedy
Tragedy strikes as British surfer and American companion found dead in Portuguese holiday apartment from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning during dream surfing trip.
Tech billionaire's private jet clashes with climate pledges
Tech mogul Mike Cannon-Brookes faces criticism for extensive private jet usage while Atlassian champions corporate climate action, revealing stark contrast between personal habits and corporate sustainability promises.
Global coal consumption hits record high in 2024
Global coal usage reached unprecedented levels last year, driven by soaring energy demands in Asia and economic pressures, casting doubt on international climate commitments.
Silent Killer Gas Alert for UK Households
Millions of British households are being warned about carbon monoxide risks as experts reveal shocking gaps in protection. Discover the essential safety measures that could save your family.
Plug-in hybrids emit 7x more pollution than tests show
New research reveals plug-in hybrid vehicles emit up to seven times more CO2 than official tests claim, raising serious questions about their environmental credentials and government policies.
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