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Guterres: 1.5°C climate failure 'moral catastrophe'

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers impassioned warning at COP30 summit, declaring the world's failure to meet critical climate targets a profound moral failure that threatens humanity's future.

Prison guards help sex offender escape with directions

Exclusive: Security scandal rocks UK prison system as staff inadvertently assist convicted sex offender's escape from Derwentside immigration centre, raising serious questions about staff training and security protocols.

Police apology after murder at sex offender's home

A police force has issued a formal apology after a vulnerable woman was murdered at a known sex offender's residence that had been operating unlawfully for six months, raising serious questions about public protection failures.

ANZ Banking App Crashes in Nationwide Outage

Thousands of ANZ customers across Australia were left stranded as both the mobile app and internet banking services crashed simultaneously, sparking fury and financial anxiety.

Government cuts ties with Drinkaware charity

Exclusive: Ministers sever all official connections with alcohol industry-funded charity Drinkaware following mounting pressure from health experts and campaigners.

Young Brits Ditch Booze for Low-Alcohol Alternatives

New research reveals a dramatic shift in UK drinking culture as health-conscious millennials and Gen Z embrace alcohol-free beverages. Discover why the 'sober curious' movement is reshaping the drinks industry.

Best No & Low Alcohol Drinks for Sober October

Discover the ultimate selection of sophisticated alcohol-free alternatives for Sober October. From crisp lagers to complex spirits, we've taste-tested the market's finest options to keep your sober journey exciting.

Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services

Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.

Britain's Booze Culture: The Startling Truth Revealed

New research reveals Britain's complex relationship with alcohol, from lockdown drinking surges to evolving social attitudes. Discover the sobering statistics shaping our national drinking culture.

WHO ends alcohol promotion after UK backlash

The World Health Organisation has withdrawn its contentious alcohol reduction campaign following criticism from UK health officials who questioned the scientific evidence behind the initiative.

Social drinker nearly dies from liver failure

A British man's shocking story of how his 'normal' drinking habits led to near-fatal liver cirrhosis at just 54, with a crucial warning from doctors about alcohol consumption.

Manchester synagogue terror alert failure exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals how a major mobile network failure prevented Manchester's Jewish community from receiving emergency terror attack warnings during synagogue services, raising serious security concerns.

Childhood IQ predicts adult alcohol risk, study finds

Groundbreaking UK research discovers children with lower cognitive test scores face significantly higher risk of developing alcohol-related problems as adults, including dependency and dangerous behaviours.

Your Drinking Habits Could Be Shrinking Your Brain

Groundbreaking research reveals how even moderate alcohol consumption accelerates brain shrinkage, dramatically increasing dementia risk. Discover the vital changes you can make to protect your cognitive health.

Reeves's alcohol duty hike backfires, costs Treasury £1bn

Rachel Reeves's planned increase in alcohol duty is projected to cause a dramatic £1 billion shortfall in tax revenues, according to a damning new Treasury analysis, raising serious questions about the government's economic strategy.

Study: Any Alcohol Consumption Raises Disease Risk

Groundbreaking research reveals that any alcohol consumption, no matter how moderate, increases your chances of developing over 60 medical conditions including heart disease and diabetes.

Optus Outage: Triple-Zero Calls Failed, Lives at Risk

A major Optus outage left Australians unable to reach emergency services, with calls to triple-zero failing. A victim who collapsed during the blackout warns that lives are at stake, demanding an urgent regulatory overhaul.

Nats IT Failure Causes UK Air Traffic Chaos

A major IT failure at the UK's National Air Traffic Services (Nats) caused severe disruption, grounding flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded at London Stansted, Brussels, and Berlin Airports.

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