New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, a significant slowdown from the 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector stalled while production fell, putting pressure on the next government.
A hiker has died in a tragic fall on Alaska's rapidly receding Byron Glacier. The incident highlights the increasing dangers of hiking on unstable, melting glacial terrain as climate change accelerates.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a political storm as she appears to abandon key fiscal rules in response to volatile bond markets, sparking accusations of short-termism and a betrayal of Labour's core principles.
UK financial markets face a severe stress test as long-term government borrowing costs surge to levels not seen since 1998. The gilt sell-off, driven by stubborn inflation data and hawkish central bank fears, triggers a flight to safety, sending gold and
A major economic think tank, IPPR, has launched a scathing report demanding a radical overhaul of the Bank of England's mandate. The proposed reforms aim to prioritise economic growth, green investment, and regional equality, challenging the Bank's curren
The UK's economic growth ground to a halt in April with 0.0% GDP growth, dashing hopes for a swift recovery. Key figures like Sir Richard Branson and Jo Malone voice concerns over political instability hindering business momentum.
Iconic money-saving deals from the 2008 financial crash, like 'Gourmet Burger Kitchen's' 'Two for Ten' and 'Strada's' £5 pizza, are reappearing on high streets. Economists warn this trend is a classic harbinger of an economic downturn as consumers tighten
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In a major boost for the UK economy, a key business survey reveals the fastest growth in private sector output in nine months. Driven by strong demand in the dominant services sector, the S&P Global/CIPS flash PMI surged to 53.3, signalling robust expansi
New Zealand's economy has officially entered a recession, with GDP contracting 0.1% in the last quarter of 2023. High interest rates and inflation are blamed for the downturn, marking a challenging start for the new coalition government.
A new study confirms the irreversible collapse of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet has begun, locking in significant global sea level rise for centuries to come, regardless of current climate action.
The UK economy showed zero growth in April, dashing hopes of a sustained recovery and piling pressure on the government and Bank of England ahead of crucial summer decisions.
A new scientific survey exposes the dramatic and accelerating disappearance of Lombardy's Ventina Glacier, a stark symbol of the climate crisis gripping the European Alps.
Residents in Juneau, Alaska, are evacuating as the Mendenhall Glacier threatens devastating floods. Experts warn of unprecedented water levels, with emergency services on high alert.
The UK economy grew by 0.2% in January, according to the Office for National Statistics, signalling a potential rebound after last year's recession fears.
Experts warn of a looming US recession that could trigger massive job cuts across industries. How will this impact the UK economy and global markets?
Rapid glacier melt in the French Alps near Pralognan highlights the escalating climate crisis, with scientists warning of irreversible damage and rising sea levels.
The remains of a German hiker, missing since 1986, have been recovered from a shrinking Swiss glacier in a stark reminder of climate change's impact.
Scientists warn that Argentina's iconic glaciers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are melting at an alarming rate due to climate change, threatening ecosystems and water supplies.
Argentina's iconic Perito Moreno Glacier is collapsing at an alarming rate, with scientists warning of irreversible damage due to climate change. Stunning footage captures the dramatic event.
Authorities in Pakistan are investigating the discovery of a human body emerging from a melting glacier, raising questions about its origin and identity.
Rapid glacier retreat on Heard Island, a remote Australian territory, underscores the accelerating impacts of climate change, with scientists warning of irreversible consequences.
Discover how a straightforward savings strategy shielded Americans from economic downturns and boosted their financial resilience.
The US Federal Reserve has issued a stark warning about the possibility of a severe economic downturn, drawing parallels to the Great Depression. Experts weigh in on the risks and potential policy responses.
A surprising discovery of ancient glacier ice has sparked debate, with climate change sceptics wrongly claiming it disproves global warming. Here's what the science really says.
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Defence Secretary Grant Shapps faces backlash after controversially declaring the UK is 'out of recession', despite official data showing economic contraction. Labour slams remarks as 'delusional'.
Rapid glacial melt near Alaska's capital Juneau is creating unprecedented flood risks, with scientists warning of potential catastrophic consequences for local communities.
The UK economy defied expectations with unexpected growth in November, easing recession concerns. Experts weigh in on the latest ONS and Bank of England data.
Scientists warn that the Thwaites Glacier, known as the 'Doomsday Glacier,' is becoming increasingly unstable, posing a catastrophic threat to global sea levels.