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Africa demands £1.3 trillion climate debt payment

African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.

Bonaire sues Netherlands in landmark climate case

In an unprecedented legal move, the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is suing the Netherlands government for failing to protect its residents from climate change impacts, marking a historic moment in environmental justice.

ATO chases decades-old tax debts from Australians

The Australian Taxation Office is aggressively pursuing taxpayers for debts dating back 20+ years, using new powers to recover money many believed was written off. Thousands face unexpected financial shocks.

US Energy Department declares 'climate crisis'

The US Department of Energy has officially adopted the term 'climate crisis' in all communications, marking a significant departure from previous administration's language and signalling urgent new approach to environmental policy.

HMRC's 'Breathing Space' for 1.4M in Tax Debt

Exclusive: HMRC launches a major new initiative to help over a million individuals and businesses struggling with tax bills, offering flexible payment plans and pausing debt collection.

UK Car Debt Crisis Echoes 2008 Financial Shock

Exclusive analysis reveals British drivers are buckling under a record £70 billion car finance burden, with soaring defaults threatening a 'Great Recession' style economic tremor. Discover the ticking time bomb in the UK's auto loan market.

UN Climate Chief: Green Transition 'Unstoppable'

Exclusive: UN climate chief Simon Stiell warns that global climate progress is 'faltering' but insists the green energy transition remains unstoppable despite political headwinds.

Australia's £50BN Debt Interest Time Bomb

Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.

Climate activists glue themselves to Melbourne CBD streets

Climate change protesters from Extinction Rebellion have caused major disruptions in Melbourne's CBD, gluing themselves to a key intersection during morning rush hour, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.

Australia's 'Oprah-Style' Climate Plan Falls Short

The Albanese government's new emissions reduction plan is branded a hollow 'Oprah-style' gesture, as experts warn Australia is dangerously off-track from its 2030 climate targets and real action.

Australia pledges 65% emissions cut by 2035

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils Australia's ambitious new 2035 emissions reduction target of 65%, positioning the nation as a global leader in climate action while ensuring economic stability.

The Guardian's 2025 Climate Pledge Unveiled

The Guardian unveils its ambitious 2025 Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to leading the global conversation on the climate emergency with enhanced reporting, urgent language, and a renewed focus on solutions.

Australia's Climate Crisis: Heat Deaths Soar as Seas Rise

A stark new Guardian podcast reveals the escalating human and economic costs of climate inaction in Australia, from deadly heatwaves to existential threats from sea-level rise. Experts warn that current policies are failing to match the scale of the crisi

Mum clears £36k credit card debt with simple method

A UK mother reveals her simple but effective 'snowball method' to become debt-free, paying off a staggering £36,000 in credit card debt on an average income. Her story is an inspiration to families struggling with the cost of living.

Debt Collector Hell: Pursued for a Stranger's Bills

A UK man's five-year ordeal with relentless debt collectors over a stranger's unpaid bills exposes a shocking flaw in the system. Discover how to protect yourself from wrongful debt pursuit.

Landmark Climate Report Warns Every Australian at Risk

A major new climate report reveals the profound and immediate threats climate change poses to every Australian, from the economy to health. The government issues a stark warning and calls for urgent national action.

Climate Action: A Legal Duty, Not Charity

A landmark legal ruling establishes that combating climate change is a binding legal obligation for governments, not a voluntary act. This pivotal decision could reshape environmental policy and enforcement across the UK and beyond.

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