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Scotland's NHS in catastrophic crisis

Scotland's NHS faces a devastating triple-threat as emergency department waiting times hit unprecedented levels, hundreds of operations face cancellation, and chronic bed-blocking cripples hospital capacity across the nation.

Boring Billion: Ancient Planets Perfect for Life

Groundbreaking research reveals that planets during Earth's 'Boring Billion' period had perfect conditions for life to thrive, rewriting our understanding of when life could first emerge in the universe.

Year 3000 Earth predictions prove Busted were right

Exclusive scientific projections reveal how climate change will radically transform our planet by the year 3000, with rising sea levels and extreme temperatures creating an almost unrecognisable world.

Australia's Critical Minerals: Albanese Under Fire

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting criticism over Australia's critical minerals strategy, with experts warning the nation risks becoming a 'quarry with a flag' rather than securing genuine economic sovereignty.

Super-Earth Found That Could Host Alien Life

Scientists have identified a nearby exoplanet just 137 light-years away that shows promising signs of being a 'water world' with potential conditions suitable for life, marking a significant breakthrough in the search for habitable planets.

Habitable Super-Earth Discovered 40 Light-Years Away

Scientists have identified a remarkable 'super-Earth' exoplanet orbiting within its star's habitable zone, making it a prime candidate in the search for extraterrestrial life beyond our solar system.

NI environmental watchdog plan halted despite promises

Stormont's failure to establish a promised independent Environmental Protection Agency leaves Northern Ireland as the only UK nation without dedicated environmental oversight, drawing fierce criticism from campaigners.

US-Australia Sign Multibillion-Dollar Minerals Pact

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and former President Donald Trump seal landmark agreement to secure vital mineral supply chains, boosting both nations' economic and national security interests.

Scotland advertises two new posts to bring back lynx

Scotland takes a monumental leap in wildlife restoration as it advertises two crucial new positions dedicated to bringing the majestic Eurasian lynx back to its ancient Highlands homeland after 500 years of absence.

Rare Earth Firm Scraps UK Plant Plans

A leading rare earth materials company has abruptly cancelled plans to build a major processing plant in the UK, dealing a significant setback to Britain's critical minerals strategy and green technology ambitions.

Earth-Sized Planet Discovered in Our Solar System

Groundbreaking research from the University of Arizona reveals a mysterious Earth-sized planet lurking in our solar system's outer reaches, challenging everything we know about planetary science.

Earth's inner core rotation slows dramatically

Groundbreaking research reveals Earth's solid inner core has been slowing its rotation since 2010, potentially altering day length and affecting global magnetic fields in unprecedented ways.

US-China Rare Earths Showdown in Beijing Talks

In a critical diplomatic mission, US Treasury Secretary meets Chinese officials amid escalating tensions over rare earth minerals, port fees, and IMF concerns about global trade fragmentation.

Earth's magnetic field develops growing weak spot

Scientists discover a rapidly expanding weak spot in Earth's protective magnetic shield over South America and the South Atlantic, raising concerns about satellite failures and radiation exposure.

Scotland Faces New Local Taxes as Councils Seek Cash

Scottish households face a wave of new municipal taxes as SNP ministers grant councils unprecedented powers to raise revenue through tourist taxes, workplace parking levies, and other local charges.

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