West Virginia population crisis as coal industry dies
McDowell County to lose nearly a third of residents by 2040 as coal industry decline creates demographic crisis. Discover the grim future facing West Virginia's former mining heartlands.
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Spain mine collapse: Two dead, rescue underway
A major rescue operation is underway in Spain after a mine collapse killed at least two workers. Emergency teams are searching for others trapped underground in the Vega de Rengos mine.
Indonesia's climate crisis amid coal dependency
As floods devastate Bali, Indonesia faces a critical dilemma: powering growth with coal while confronting severe climate impacts. Discover why global investment is vital for change.
US extends Michigan coal plant, critics cite $80m cost
The Trump administration extends a Michigan coal plant's operation, citing grid emergency. Critics challenge the move, with costs hitting $80 million. Read the full story.
Missing West Virginia Coal Miner Found After 10 Days
The body of missing coal miner John 'Ray' Groves has been recovered from a West Virginia mine after an extensive 10-day search operation. Read the full story of the tragic discovery.
Trapped Miner Found Dead After 6-Day Rescue Mission
The body of coal miner Steven Lipscomb has been recovered after being trapped for six days in a flooded West Virginia mine. Read about the extensive rescue operation.
Liberals Dump Net Zero Policy, Embrace Nuclear
The Liberal Party is set to scrap Australia's net-zero by 2050 target, extending coal power and lifting the nuclear ban. Internal divisions erupt as moderates warn of electoral consequences.
Trump mining nomination sparks safety concerns
Former President Donald Trump's planned nomination of a former mining executive to oversee mine safety has drawn fierce criticism from labour advocates and Appalachian communities.
Flooded UK coalmines provide cheap green heating
Disused coal mines across the UK are being transformed into revolutionary low-carbon heating sources, offering cheap warmth to communities while slashing emissions.
Minister's coal mine interests spark conflict concerns
Australia's Energy Minister under scrutiny for undisclosed interests in expanding Tahmoor and Tomago coal mines while shaping national energy policy.
Australia's Energy Crossroads: Albanese vs Canavan
As Australia navigates its energy future, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese champions renewable investment at ASEAN summit while Senator Matt Canavan defends coal's role, highlighting the nation's deepening political divide over power generation.
Ex-Labour Chief Powell Investigated Over China Links
Exclusive: Sir Jonathan Powell, Tony Blair's former chief of staff, is under CPS scrutiny for allegedly failing to register his work with a Chinese tech company while advising Keir Starmer's Labour Party.
Global coal consumption hits record high in 2024
Global coal usage reached unprecedented levels last year, driven by soaring energy demands in Asia and economic pressures, casting doubt on international climate commitments.
No Major Banks Stop Funding New Fossil Fuels
New investigation exposes how not a single major global bank has committed to stop funding new oil, gas and coal projects, raising serious questions about the financial sector's climate commitments.
Coal Mining Museum staff strike over pay dispute
Workers at Yorkshire's National Coal Mining Museum walk out over 'insulting' pay offer as Unison union condemns management's refusal to negotiate fair wages.
Adani Denies Below-Market Coal Sales Costing Queensland Millions
Mining giant Adani denies explosive allegations it sold coal below market value, potentially costing Queensland hundreds of millions in lost royalties amid growing scrutiny of resource sector practices.
Queensland coal plants get decade-long extension
Queensland's state-owned coal-fired power stations will operate up to ten years longer than planned under a controversial new government roadmap, delaying Australia's transition to renewable energy.
Coal firm probed over endangered glider habitat
A fiery Senate hearing reveals investigation into Australian coal firm accused of clearing critical habitat for endangered greater gliders, sparking political confrontation over environmental enforcement.
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.
Renewables Overtake Coal in Global Power Generation
In a historic shift for global energy markets, renewable sources have surpassed coal-fired power generation for the first time, marking a watershed moment in the world's transition to clean energy according to new International Energy Agency data.
Australia's Energy Crisis: Power Prices to Soar 35%
Millions of Australian households brace for significant electricity bill hikes as the nation's energy grid faces unprecedented pressure from coal plant closures and renewable transition challenges.
Aggressive 'Terminator' Black Swan Terrorises Stratford
Residents of Shakespeare's hometown left stunned as aggressive black swan dubbed 'The Terminator' attacks pedestrians and dominates local park in extraordinary wildlife incident.
Queensland Coal Plant Could Close Six Years Early
Australia's energy landscape faces dramatic transformation as Queensland's largest coal-fired power station could shut down six years ahead of schedule, accelerating the nation's transition to renewables.
Liverpool legend John Barnes declared bankrupt
Former England and Liverpool football star John Barnes has been declared bankrupt after his media company accumulated staggering debts of over £1.5 million, court documents reveal.
Justin Baldoni backs Blake Lively in beverage lawsuit drama
Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni speaks out as Blake Lively confronts lawsuit over her non-alcoholic drink company, revealing industry tensions and celebrity business challenges.
Trump's coal industry pledge sparks environmental concerns
Former President Donald Trump makes sweeping promises to revitalise America's coal industry while facing criticism from environmental groups and climate activists.
Kevin McCloud breaks silence on company administration
Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud speaks out as his housing company faces administration after years of financial struggles and failed projects.
STC's Whitefella Yella Tree: A Landmark Love Story
Sydney Theatre Company's acclaimed new production, 'Whitefella Yella Tree', is a powerful and poetic exploration of a forbidden romance between two Aboriginal boys in the 19th century, hailed as a landmark work for First Nations storytelling.
Coal lobby wants spy agencies to monitor environmental groups
Peak mining body pushes for mandatory intelligence reporting on activist organisations, raising concerns about democratic freedoms and corporate influence over national security.
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.
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