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.
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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.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
NSW Wine Region Fears Lead Mine Threat to Children's Health
A controversial lead mine proposal in New South Wales' prime wine country has local residents terrified for their children's health and the future of their world-renowned vineyards.
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.
NSW Fights Lead Mine Near School as Child Protection Fails
Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn
Mining worker's £1.6bn pension fund exposes retirement inequality
Exclusive investigation reveals how a mining magnate's retirement fund amassed a staggering £1.6bn while ordinary workers face pension uncertainty. The shocking disparity in Australia's superannuation system.
Historic Native Title Deal for Mulga Downs Iron Ore Mine
In a landmark agreement, the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura People grant native title consent for a major iron ore mine, securing millions in benefits and creating local jobs.
Queensland's Mine Rehabilitation Crisis: Who Pays the Bill?
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Crystal hunter convicted for smashing protected cliffs
A crystal collector has been convicted for causing criminal damage after using a sledgehammer to smash rocks in a protected conservation area to sell the pieces in his shop. Read the full story of the destruction in the Yorkshire Dales.
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 rejects BHP takeover, stays in London
In a major victory for post-Brexit Britain, mining giant Anglo American rejects a takeover from BHP to remain headquartered in London, bolstering the UK's financial prestige.
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.
Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid
London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.
Anglo American Plans Breakup to Fend Off BHP Takeover Bid
In a dramatic move to repel a £34bn hostile bid from BHP, mining giant Anglo American unveils a sweeping strategic overhaul, including the spin-off of its diamond unit De Beers and plans to divest its steelmaking coal and platinum businesses.
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.
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.
Watchdog Buried Mine Lead Health Warning for Mt Isa
A major investigation reveals Queensland's environment watchdog suppressed a report on dangerous lead levels from a Glencore mine, raising serious health concerns for the local community.
Sudan Landslide Death Toll Soars in Darfur Disaster
A catastrophic landslide has devastated a gold mining village in Sudan's Darfur, with local authorities reporting a sharply rising death toll and many more feared buried under rubble.
AK-47 killer entered UK twice, raised family in Welsh town
Exclusive investigation reveals how an Albanian killer who murdered a mother with an AK-47 was allowed to enter Britain twice, settling in a Welsh community where he later committed a terrifying road rage attack.
Sweden's Kiruna Church Moved in Epic 6000-Tonne Operation
In an unprecedented feat of engineering, Sweden's iconic Kiruna church is being moved to save it from sinking into the earth. Discover the incredible story behind this daring rescue mission.
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.
FTSE 100: Rolls-Royce Soars, Mining Stocks Slump
London's FTSE 100 experienced a dramatic session with Rolls-Royce and Ocado leading gains, while mining stocks faced sharp declines. Get the full market analysis and closing figures.
Tammy Hembrow's Enviable Bikini Body with New Beau Reece Hawkins
Australian fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow showcases her toned body in a tiny bikini during a sun-drenched getaway with new beau, mining heir Reece Hawkins, just weeks after their romance began.
Matildas Star's Cousin Rejected from Mining Job
Exclusive: Matildas star Sam Kerr's cousin, Daniel Kerr, speaks out after being rejected from a FIFO mining job, alleging a toxic workplace culture where discriminatory language about it being a 'blokes' site' cost him the role. A major loss for diversity
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