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Westminster pushes nuclear power for Scotland

In a bold move challenging Holyrood's long-standing opposition, Scottish Secretary Alister Jack is spearheading efforts to bring new nuclear power generation to Scotland, arguing it's essential for energy security and net zero ambitions.

UK Blackout Protection: Best Backup Power Solutions

As power cuts become more frequent, discover the best backup power sources to keep your home running during outages. From portable power stations to solar generators, we reveal the top options for UK households.

Georgia's data centre boom triggers electricity crisis

Explosive growth of energy-hungry data centres in Georgia is triggering electricity shortages, soaring consumer bills, and urgent calls for regulatory action as the state's power grid struggles to cope.

Australia's Energy Crisis: Blackout Warnings as Prices Soar

Australia faces an escalating energy emergency with blackout warnings across multiple states, soaring electricity prices, and urgent government intervention as the national grid struggles under extreme weather conditions.

Trump plans mass federal layoffs during shutdown

Former President Donald Trump and allies are reportedly planning sweeping federal workforce reductions that could bypass Congress, raising concerns about government stability and workers' rights.

Russian strike plunges Kyiv into darkness

A devastating Russian missile attack has left Ukraine's capital without electricity, as energy facilities across the country suffer critical damage in escalating assault.

US Govt Shutdown Leaves Federal Workers Without Pay

Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial catastrophe as political stalemate in Washington triggers government shutdown, leaving workers without pay during crucial holiday season.

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.

Shetland's Solar Boom: Chinese & Indian Tech Powers UK Islands

The Shetland Islands are undergoing a remarkable green energy transformation, with cutting-edge solar technology from China and India powering homes despite their northern latitude. Discover how this remote archipelago is defying expectations and leading

Federal agents deployed to Portland against state wishes

Federal law enforcement officers have been deployed to Portland, Oregon without state approval, sparking protests and raising serious questions about states' rights and federal overreach in American democracy.

US Government Shuts Down in Funding Standoff

The US federal government has entered a partial shutdown after Democratic lawmakers refused to support a Republican spending bill, leaving critical services in limbo and hundreds of thousands of workers facing furlough.

Supreme Court lets Trump fire FTC commissioner

The US Supreme Court has delivered a landmark ruling that empowers former President Donald Trump to dismiss a key FTC commissioner, potentially reshaping American consumer protection and antitrust enforcement.

Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook

Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.

Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.

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