UK pays £1.45bn to switch off wind farms
Wind farms in Scotland were paid £347m not to generate power, contributing to a UK-wide bill of over £1.45bn for wasted wind energy in a year. Discover the impact on your bills.
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Labour's rural U-turn on tax, then trail hunting ban
Labour partially retreats on farm inheritance tax but sparks fresh fury with a planned ban on trail hunting. Analysis suggests the party risks alienating its new rural voters.
Amazon blocks over 1,800 North Korean job bids
Amazon says it blocked over 1,800 suspected North Korean operatives from remote IT jobs, part of a scheme to fund weapons programmes. Learn how firms can bolster cybersecurity.
Inheritance tax threshold for farms raised to £2.5m
The Government has scrapped plans to extend inheritance tax to more farms, raising the threshold to £2.5m after protests. Read the full story on the major policy reversal.
US Pauses Offshore Wind Projects Over Security Risks
The US Interior Department has halted five major offshore wind projects due to national security concerns flagged by defence officials. Experts warn turbines could scramble radar and mask submarine threats. Read the full analysis.
Trump Administration Pauses Major US Offshore Wind Projects
The Trump administration has halted five major offshore wind projects, citing national security. This move threatens billions in investment and clean energy goals. Read the full analysis.
Salmonella Outbreak Sparks Major Egg Recall in California
A major salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened over 60 people in California, with 13 hospitalised. Health officials issue an urgent recall notice for affected products. Learn the key details and safety advice here.
MPs to probe Crown Estate's £1.1bn wind farm profits
MPs launch inquiry as Crown Estate profits soar to £1.1bn from offshore wind. King Charles urged to stop seabed being used as a 'cash machine'. Read the full investigation.
Activist jailed for stealing chickens from poultry farm
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, was sentenced to 90 days for taking four birds from a Perdue plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy.
Animal activist gets 90-day jail term for Perdue Farms rescue
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced for taking four chickens from a Perdue poultry plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy. Read the full story.
Activist jailed for 60 days after stealing chickens
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced to jail and $100k restitution for taking four chickens from a Perdue farm. Her defence argued it was a rescue from cruelty. Read the full story.
Milk Recalled Over Cleaning Chemical Contamination
A major US dairy brand has recalled hundreds of gallons of milk after food-grade cleaning agents were found in the product. Here's what consumers need to know and the affected areas.
Cannabis 'Scromiting' Syndrome Hospitalisations Soar
Doctors issue urgent warning as hospitalisations for severe cannabis hyperemesis syndrome surge fourfold. Learn the symptoms and risks of long-term use.
Strong cannabis drives drug addiction surge in England
A major NHS study reveals cannabis addiction has nearly doubled in a decade, driven by potent strains. One in 15 people in England is now a drug addict, with most undiagnosed. Read the full report.
Mansion Tax Could Hit Farms, Government Confirms
The government has not ruled out applying its new mansion tax to farms, sparking concern in the agricultural sector. Learn more about the potential impact.
Melania Trump welcomes White House Christmas tree
First Lady Melania Trump officially receives the 2025 White House Christmas tree, a champion fir from Michigan. Discover the festive details and when public tours resume.
Cannabis addiction rising as potency increases
Stanford expert debunks cannabis addiction myths as disorder affects 3 in 10 users. Learn to spot warning signs and discover effective treatment options available today.
Christmas turkey shortage fears due to UK bird flu
A 'super strain' of avian flu is threatening UK turkey supplies, raising fears of empty supermarket shelves this Christmas. Read the latest breaking news.
Prohibition's role in strong cannabis crisis
Experts reveal how prohibition policies increased cannabis strength, worsening psychosis risks while medical cannabis shows therapeutic benefits. Read the full analysis.
UK Wind Power Hits Record High of 22,711 MW
UK wind power sets a new record, generating enough electricity for 22 million homes. Discover how this milestone accelerates the push for a zero-carbon grid.
Cannabis Clinic Fights Psychosis in London
A pioneering London clinic helps cannabis users experiencing psychosis. With demand rising for specialist support, discover how integrated treatment transforms lives.
Celebrity-backed charity spreads antisemitic conspiracies
Farms not Factories, supported by Lily Allen and Stephen Fry, promotes vile antisemitic theories blaming Zionists for Holocaust and 9/11. Read the shocking investigation.
Australia's renewable energy push backfires on power prices
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's rapid transition to renewables has triggered soaring electricity costs, with consumers paying the price for grid instability and infrastructure challenges.
Matty 'Chilly': The £1.6M Cannabis Factory Inferno
Exclusive investigation reveals how a former soldier's cannabis empire went up in flames in a suspected insurance scam, leaving a trail of destruction across the Midlands.
Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Huge cannabis factory found in former Blackpool casino
Police have uncovered one of Britain's largest ever cannabis factories concealed within a disused Blackpool casino, with thousands of plants spread across three floors worth millions on the streets.
Perdue Farms faces jail time in California animal welfare case
Major American poultry producer Perdue Farms could see executives imprisoned after California authorities filed criminal charges over alleged animal cruelty and failure to comply with Proposition 12 standards.
Miliband's wind farms generate less power than claimed
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband faces scrutiny as official data reveals UK wind farms generating significantly less electricity than previously claimed, raising questions about Net Zero targets.
Starmer Scraps Onshore Wind Ban in England
Keir Starmer's Labour government announces immediate removal of onshore wind farm ban in England, with Ed Miliband granting first approvals in major energy policy shift.
Miliband's £1.1bn annual boost for offshore wind
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband unveils ambitious £1.1bn yearly funding package to accelerate UK offshore wind projects, positioning Britain as global clean energy leader.
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