Whitehaven's £10bn Sellafield nuclear takeover
Europe's oldest nuclear site faces unprecedented cleanup as Whitehaven Coal acquires Sellafield in a landmark deal raising environmental and safety concerns across Cumbria.
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Putin's Nuclear Space Weapon Threat Revealed
Russia's development of nuclear space weapons could cripple global communications and trigger catastrophic conflict, warns Defence Secretary Grant Shapps in chilling security alert.
Royal Navy nuclear submarine returns after 6-month deployment
After half a year patrolling the world's oceans, Britain's formidable HMS Audacious nuclear submarine has returned to its home port in a spectacular homecoming ceremony witnessed by emotional families and proud naval personnel.
Herdwick Sheep: Heart of the Lake District
Discover how Herdwick sheep, the iconic woolly residents of Cumbria's fells, shape the landscape and sustain ancient farming traditions in this intimate country diary.
UN warns political will needed to restore Zaporizhzhia power
The UN nuclear watchdog warns that restoring external power to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia plant requires urgent political will as safety concerns escalate at the Russian-occupied facility.
Man dies in JCB incident at Cumbria industrial site
A man has tragically died following a serious incident involving a JCB at an industrial site in Cumbria. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the victim.
Nicola Horlick's Childhood Lake District Holidays Revealed
Financial powerhouse Nicola Horlick reveals how childhood holidays in the Lake District shaped her life and why this breathtaking region continues to captivate generations of British families.
Royal Navy nuclear sub completes 200-day patrol amid crisis
A veteran Vanguard-class submarine returns from one of Britain's longest nuclear deterrent patrols as concerns grow over delays in replacement programme, raising questions about UK's defence capabilities.
£11K luxury Lake District train journey cancelled hours before
Passengers left stranded as premium Cumbrian excursion, promising Michelin-star dining and five-star accommodation, is abruptly cancelled just four hours before departure, sparking outrage and refund demands.
Nuclear documentary 'The Bomb' reveals ongoing threat
Gripping new documentary 'The Bomb' reveals the terrifying reality of nuclear weapons and the chilling countdown to potential global destruction that continues today.
Starmer pledges commitment to UK nuclear deterrent
Sir Keir Starmer makes definitive commitment to UK's nuclear defence programme during Scottish visit, ending speculation about Labour's stance on Trident renewal.
Russia seizes Chernobyl plant amid radiation fears
Exclusive: Russian forces seize control of Chernobyl nuclear plant amid Ukraine invasion, raising alarming radiation concerns and triggering international condemnation.
Submerged Stone Circle Discovered in Cumbrian Lake
Archaeologists uncover an extraordinary prehistoric stone circle lying 20 feet below the surface of a Cumbrian lake, rewriting our understanding of ancient Britain's relationship with water and climate change.
Zelenskyy: Chornobyl power cut poses global nuclear threat
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declares a deliberate assault cutting power to the Chornobyl nuclear plant poses a worldwide threat, as emergency diesel generators activate at the radioactive site.
Chernobyl nuclear plant loses power - global threat warning
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issues chilling warning after Russian forces disconnect Chernobyl nuclear plant from power grid, risking radioactive catastrophe with international consequences.
Russia: Ukraine drone attacks on nuclear plant 'dangerous'
Moscow alleges Ukrainian forces launched multiple drone strikes against Europe's largest nuclear facility, raising fears of potential catastrophe amid ongoing conflict.
IAEA warns of nuclear danger at Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant
The UN's nuclear watchdog warns of precarious safety situation at Europe's largest nuclear plant after external power lines are severed, raising fears of potential catastrophe.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant in Emergency Blackout
Europe's largest nuclear facility faces emergency situation after complete external power loss, raising fears of catastrophic meltdown as fighting intensifies around occupied plant.
Zelensky: Nuclear plant situation "extremely critical"
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issues urgent warning about deteriorating security at Europe's largest nuclear facility amid ongoing Russian occupation and military activity.
Putin deploys nuclear sub as Trump warns of US superiority
Vladimir Putin issues stark nuclear threat as Russia deploys advanced Belgorod submarine capable of carrying devastating weapons, while Donald Trump warns of America's superior nuclear arsenal.
Why We've Forgotten the Nuclear Apocalypse
A deep dive into the alarming psychological shift that has seen society's fear of nuclear annihilation fade into obscurity, and the profound dangers this collective forgetting poses to global security in the 21st century.
Ohio Nuclear Facility Workers Report Cancer Cluster
Exclusive investigation reveals disturbing cancer patterns among workers at Ohio's Piketon nuclear enrichment plant, with employees alleging decades of radiation exposure cover-ups.
Iran bans UN nuclear inspectors in major escalation
Exclusive: Tehran bars senior UN nuclear watchdog inspectors, escalating a major confrontation with the West and jeopardising the 2015 deal. The IAEA condemns the 'disproportionate and unprecedented' move.
19-Time Gurning Champion Dethroned in Historic Face-Off
The world's most bizarre sporting event saw history made as reigning gurning champion Tommy Mattinson was finally defeated after 19 consecutive victories at Egremont Crab Fair's legendary competition.
Drunk driver jailed for killing cyclist in head-on A6 collision
Xavier Rigby has been sentenced to nine years in prison after admitting to causing the death of cyclist Kjersten Strang by dangerous driving while over the drink-drive limit on the A6 in Cumbria.
Greenpeace activists occupy power plant in coal mine protest
Environmental campaigners scale RWE's Nottinghamshire power station, demanding government U-turn on controversial West Cumbria coal project and highlighting climate hypocrisy.
West Coast Railways wins Settle-Carlisle line contract
West Coast Railways triumphs in bid to operate the iconic Settle-Carlisle railway line, ensuring the future of this scenic route through the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbrian fells.
Kim Jong Un orders accelerated nuclear warhead production
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for a rapid expansion of his country's nuclear arsenal, including the development of tactical nuclear weapons, during a key meeting of the ruling party, escalating tensions with the United States and its allies.
Kim Jong Un Orders Rapid Expansion of Nuclear Arsenal
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has commanded a rapid escalation of his country's nuclear arsenal, criticising UN sanctions and vowing to strengthen strategic forces, in a move that threatens to destabilise global security.
Iran threatens to axe cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
Iran issues a stark ultimatum to the International Atomic Energy Agency, threatening to end all cooperation if the US and EU fail to lift crippling economic sanctions. The move raises fears over the future of the 2015 nuclear deal and regional stability.
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