Boxing icon Christy Martin marries former rival Lisa Holewyne
Boxing legend Christy Martin, the 'Coal Miner's Daughter', has married her former rival Lisa Holewyne in a secret ceremony, capping off a remarkable love story that began in the ring.
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BHP job cuts threaten Queensland mining town's future
The St Vincent de Paul Society braces for a surge in demand as BHP announces massive job losses at its Queensland coal mines, threatening to devastate the community of Dysart.
Trump's Tariffs Damage UK Tea Exports, Says Fortnum's
The CEO of iconic British retailer Fortnum & Mason has issued a stark warning: US tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have severely damaged lucrative tea exports, costing the UK millions and threatening a historic trade relationship.
QLD Deputy Premier brands BHP 'un-Australian' over job cuts
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
Starmer's U-turn: Labour drops UK steel tariff threat on US
In a major policy reversal, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party has abandoned plans to impose tariffs on UK steel exports to the US, a direct concession to Donald Trump's protectionist agenda. The move signals a pragmatic shift in Labour's trade strategy.
BHP Cuts 750 Queensland Coal Jobs in Major Restructuring
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Trump Threatens Russia Sanctions Over NATO Oil Purchases
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
Sainsbury's Partners with Alibaba for China E-Commerce Push
In a landmark move for UK retail, supermarket titan Sainsbury's partners with Alibaba to launch a flagship store on Tmall Global, offering British groceries to millions of Chinese consumers.
Iceland suspends UK arms licences over Gaza war
Iceland halts new arms export licences to the UK, citing international humanitarian law concerns over Gaza. A significant diplomatic move scrutinising Britain's role in the Israel-Hamas war.
UK's secret AI chip deal to counter Trump export ban threat
Exclusive: The UK government is negotiating a clandestine deal with leading tech firms, including OpenAI and NVIDIA, to safeguard the nation's AI infrastructure from a potential Trump-led US export ban, The Independent can reveal.
Mystery as coal appears on London Underground trains
London's Underground network was hit by a bizarre mystery this week as commuters discovered piles of coal on Central line trains. Transport for London has launched an investigation into the strange occurrences, leaving passengers and officials scratching
Iconic British Sports Car Returns to US After 25-Year Hiatus
In a stunning reversal, a legendary British sports car is poised to make a triumphant return to American roads after a quarter-century hiatus, overcoming its most controversial feature to meet modern standards.
China Secures Massive Siberian Gas Deal With Russia
Exclusive: As Europe weans itself off Russian gas, China secures a monumental energy deal with Siberia's Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, shifting the balance of global energy power and securing a bargain price for decades to come.
Trump & Mandelson Deal Cuts Scotch Whisky Tariffs
In a major boost for Scotland's economy, former political heavyweights Donald Trump and Peter Mandelson have brokered a groundbreaking agreement to dramatically reduce punitive US tariffs on Scotch Whisky, ending a long-standing trade dispute.
Anglo American's £1.5bn Teck Bid May Spark Bidding War
Anglo American's bold £1.5bn bid for Teck Resources' coal assets signals major restructuring but may invite rival offers in heated mining sector consolidation.
Greta Thunberg joins Gaza flotilla drone protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg participates in drone protest against UK government's arms exports to Israel, joining pro-Palestinian flotilla demonstration.
Trump Tariffs Sour UK-US Cheese Trade
UK cheese exporters are grappling with a potential crisis as new Trump administration tariffs threaten to curdle a multi-million pound trade with the US. Discover how British dairy is fighting back.
Volkswagen Secures US Deal to Avoid Trump Tariffs on Luxury Cars
Exclusive: Volkswagen Group secures a pivotal agreement with the US Trade Representative, exempting its luxury car imports from crippling 25% tariffs and securing its $4bn South Carolina investment.
Spanish PM Sánchez: Israel 'exterminating' people in Gaza
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez delivers a blistering condemnation of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, accusing it of 'exterminating defenceless people' and calling for an immediate end to EU arms exports. The remarks, made in parliament, signal a
China Export Growth Hits 6-Month Low Amid US Tariff Spat
China's export growth hits a six-month low, with shipments to the US plummeting amid escalating tariff tensions. Global oil prices also climb as markets react to the deepening trade rift.
Massive methane leaks from abandoned coal mines exposed
Exclusive Guardian investigation uncovers severe underreporting of methane emissions from disused coal boreholes in Queensland and NSW, threatening climate goals.
Palestinians launch legal bid to stop UK arms exports to Israel
Palestinian organisations file a groundbreaking legal case against the UK Government, demanding an immediate halt to arms export licenses to Israel, citing violations of international law in Gaza.
China Overtakes US as Top Fossil Fuel Consumer
In a historic reversal, China's fossil fuel consumption has surpassed the United States, raising serious concerns about the world's ability to meet critical climate goals and casting a shadow over upcoming COP negotiations.
UK Accused of Ignoring Duty to Prevent Gaza Genocide
Explosive evidence presented at a People's Tribunal in London alleges the UK government systematically ignored its legal duty to prevent genocide in Gaza, with witnesses detailing a pattern of ignored warnings and arms exports to Israel.
Trump's Tariff Plan: Threat to UK Economy Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed aggressive tariff regime could trigger a transatlantic trade war, spike consumer prices, and hit British businesses hard if he wins the 2024 election.
Iran Braces for 'Dangerous' UN Sanctions
Exclusive: Iranians face a deepening economic crisis as the UN Security Council considers reimposing crippling sanctions, with citizens fearing a return to the harsh austerity of the past.
UK Defence Secretary's Secret South Korea Trip Revealed
Defence Secretary John Healey makes covert visit to Seoul for high-stakes security talks, signalling a potential major shift in UK defence exports and Indo-Pacific strategy.
Australia's Energy Crisis: Blackout Warnings as Coal Plants Fail
Australia's national energy market is on the brink as multiple coal-fired power station breakdowns threaten rolling blackouts across the eastern states and send wholesale electricity prices soaring.
UK Car Production Surges 10% on EV and Export Demand
UK car manufacturing roared back to life in February with a 10% year-on-year increase. Driven by soaring demand for electric vehicles and robust exports, the industry signals a strong recovery, though domestic market challenges remain.
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