Government Scraps Key Environmental Targets in Policy U-Turn
Exclusive: Defra quietly abandons pledge to publish 'environmental improvement plan' for England, raising fears of deregulation and weakened protections post-Brexit.
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Ley Slams Albanese's 'Disastrous' 2030 Climate Targets
Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley launches a scathing attack on Anthony Albanese's 2030 emissions reduction target, warning it will cripple Australian industry, slash jobs, and force electricity rationing without any global environmental benefit.
Labour's Oprah-Style Targets for UK Emissions Reduction
In a radical departure from traditional policy, the UK Labour government unveils a new 'political solution' to climate action, empowering communities with personalised emissions targets. Critics question the substance behind the spectacle.
Sussan Ley backtracks after climate targets admission
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley sparks outrage after revealing Coalition's stance against legislated climate targets, forcing rapid clarification amid political fallout.
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.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for Stockton delivery failures
Ofcom imposes hefty penalty on Royal Mail for missing delivery targets in Stockton-on-Tees, following investigation into service quality failures.
Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Govt Report Warns, Will Action Follow?
A stark new Australian government report outlines the severe and escalating threats of the climate crisis, raising urgent questions about the nation's political will to meet the challenge with concrete policy.
NHS England Cancer Care: Hospitals Miss Crucial Treatment Targets
Exclusive analysis shows a deepening crisis in cancer care across England as the majority of NHS hospital trusts consistently fail to meet crucial 62-day treatment targets, leaving thousands of patients in potentially dangerous waiting limbo.
Riley Gaines and Erika Kirk Targeted in 'Assassination' Plot
Shocking reports reveal a sinister 'assassination' plot targeting prominent conservative figures Riley Gaines and Erika Kirk, wife of Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk. Exclusive security details and official responses inside.
NHS Cancer Treatment Postcode Lottery Exposed in England
Exclusive analysis reveals a devastating postcode lottery in cancer care across England. Patients in worst-performing NHS areas wait over two months for life-saving treatment after diagnosis, breaching critical safety targets and putting lives at risk.
NHS Cancer Crisis: Half Miss 28-Day Diagnosis Target
Exclusive NHS data reveals a deepening cancer care crisis, with performance against the crucial 28-day diagnosis target plummeting to a record low, leaving thousands waiting in anxiety.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
NHS Crisis: Worst Performing Hospitals Named and Shamed
Exclusive NHS data reveals the hospitals in England with the longest A&E waits and worst performance figures. See if your local trust is on the critical list.
Putin brands Western troops in Ukraine 'legitimate targets'
Vladimir Putin escalates tensions, declaring any Western military personnel sent to Ukraine would be considered fair game for Russian attacks, amid France's suggestion of potential troop deployment.
Putin: Western Troops in Ukraine Are 'Legitimate Targets'
Russian President Vladimir Putin escalates tensions, declaring any Western military personnel in Ukraine as legitimate targets, following reports of US and NATO deployments. This stark threat marks a dangerous new phase in the Ukraine conflict.
Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears
Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c
Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul
Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.
Govt Ignored Road Runoff Law for 25 Years, Poisoning Rivers
A parliamentary committee hears that toxic chemicals from England's roads are poisoning rivers unchecked, with the government accused of a 'shocking dereliction of duty' for failing to implement a 25-year-old law.
California's Kelp Forests Stage Remarkable Comeback
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.
Forestry Firm Slammed With Dozens of New Logging Charges
A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.
Man Utd Plot Double Midfield Raid: Baleba & Wharton
Exclusive: Manchester United are eyeing ambitious moves for Brighton's Carlos Baleba and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton as Erik ten Hag seeks to revamp his midfield engine room this summer.
UK Farm Pollution Crisis: Rivers Devastated by Intensive Farming
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive pig and poultry farming has become the dominant source of pollution in Britain's countryside, devastating river ecosystems and overwhelming sewage systems.
Map reveals 1,300 US sites leaking toxic chemicals
A groundbreaking analysis reveals over 1,300 hazardous sites across the United States where toxic 'forever chemicals' are seeping into the ground, posing a severe contamination risk to water supplies and public health.
Russians Hunt Civilians in Drone 'Chicken Hunt' on Highway
Exclusive report reveals Russian troops are using drones to hunt civilians on a vital Ukrainian highway, turning the escape route into a deadly gauntlet and sparking new war crime allegations.
Labour's 1.5 Million Home Plan to Solve Housing Crisis
Exclusive: Labour unveils radical 'build-up-not-out' housing strategy, pledging 1.5 million new homes and taking on NIMBY councils to fix Britain's housing emergency.
Trump's Second Term: Climate Crisis Looms
Exclusive analysis reveals how Trump's planned demolition of US climate policy threatens to derail global net-zero targets and trigger catastrophic environmental consequences worldwide.
UK carmakers face massive fines over missed EV sales targets
British car manufacturers are bracing for significant financial penalties after failing to meet the government's Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate targets for 2024. With EV sales lagging, the industry calls for urgent government support to boost consume
Royal Mail fails to deliver one in four first-class letters on time
Shocking new data from Ofcom exposes a severe decline in Royal Mail's performance, with nearly 25% of first-class post failing to arrive on time. The regulator issues a stern warning as service standards plummet across the UK.
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