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.
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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.
Lloyds Bank makes £450m profit from Ferrari stake sale
Exclusive analysis reveals how Lloyds Banking Group's patient investment strategy paid off spectacularly with their Ferrari stake, while Citigroup faces Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny in separate banking sector developments.
Gold Investment Surge on London's AIM Market Amid Uncertainty
London's AIM market sees unprecedented gold investment surge as pandemic fears and economic instability drive investors toward traditional safe-haven assets. Expert analysis reveals shifting market trends.
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.
London's AIM Market Outperforms Dow Jones
The UK's Alternative Investment Market (AIM) has delivered staggering returns that left the Dow Jones in the dust, with investment expert Russ Mould revealing which sectors drove this extraordinary performance.
UK Investor Warns of AI Stock Bubble Danger
Prominent British tech investor Eileen Burbidge warns that artificial intelligence stocks are showing worrying signs of a market bubble, drawing parallels to the dot-com era as valuations become dangerously detached from reality.
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.
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.
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.
1984 Miners' Strike Artefacts Saved for the Nation
A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.
Vanilla Ice's £4.5M Property Empire: From Rap to Real Estate
90s rap icon Vanilla Ice unveils his astonishing property success, transforming a £3.5k investment into a £4.5 million fortune through strategic renovations and market savvy. Discover his secrets.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Google's £1bn UK AI Investment Boost Amid Trump Visit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves secures landmark £1 billion Google investment in UK AI infrastructure, marking a significant vote of confidence in Britain's tech economy during high-profile Trump meeting.
Scotland Accuses UK Government of Economic Sabotage Over Yorkshire Deal
John Swinney claims Westminster is deliberately undermining Scottish economy by diverting a major foreign investment to Yorkshire, sparking a major constitutional row.
Ohanian Leads $1BN Chelsea Bid With Huge Women's Team Investment
Serena Williams' husband, Alexis Ohanian, headlines a landmark $1 billion investment consortium to revolutionise Chelsea FC Women, aiming to create a global football powerhouse and challenge US dominance.
Australia's Offshore Wind Exodus: Investors Flee Renewable Projects
Major international investors are abandoning Australia's offshore wind projects, dealing a devastating blow to the nation's clean energy transition and 2030 renewable targets. Discover the regulatory chaos and political uncertainty causing this crisis.
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
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.
Oakland's Property Market Offers Bargains for UK Investors
Exclusive investigation reveals how Oakland, California's plummeting house prices and strong dollar create a prime investment opportunity for British property hunters seeking value across the Atlantic.
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