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State Library of Victoria faces backlash over job cuts plan

The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.

EU Climate Leadership Falters Amid Greenlash

The EU's climate leadership is unravelling as right-wing pressure weakens the Green Deal. Key policies are being diluted, threatening Europe's competitiveness and global standing ahead of COP30.

Whyalla's Green Steel Choice: Gas or Green Hydrogen?

Whyalla steelworks faces a defining choice between gas and green hydrogen. With a $2.4bn rescue package, this decision is a litmus test for Australia's green energy transition and Future Made in Australia policy. Will the government seize this global oppo

Indonesia's £27bn Jungle Capital Nusantara Takes Shape

Indonesia is racing against time to complete its revolutionary new capital city Nusantara, a £27 billion urban marvel rising from Borneo's rainforests. Discover the vision, challenges and controversy behind one of the world's most ambitious infrastructure

Ministerial power remains in new environment laws

Australia's environment minister will retain final approval power over contentious development projects under Labor's newly unveiled environmental protection legislation, sparking criticism from conservation groups.

UK Green Energy Plan: 400,000 New Jobs Created

The UK government unveils a groundbreaking green energy strategy set to create nearly half a million jobs while accelerating the transition to renewable power and energy security.

Queensland climate policy undermines Australia's emissions goals

As Queensland doubles down on fossil fuel projects, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting challenges in delivering Australia's climate commitments. New analysis reveals how state-level political manoeuvring is jeopardising national environmental

Snowy Hydro 2.0: $12bn budget now 'unachievable'

Australia's flagship renewable energy project faces another staggering cost blowout, with officials admitting the original $12 billion price tag is no longer attainable amid construction delays and technical challenges.

NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks

Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.

UK's 25,000-home mega-town: Sustainable community revealed

Discover the ambitious plans for Britain's largest new settlement in decades - a revolutionary 25,000-home community complete with schools, healthcare facilities, and sustainable transport networks set to redefine modern living.

Woody Allen Says He'd 'Gladly Retire Tomorrow'

In a rare and remarkably frank interview, legendary filmmaker Woody Allen opens up about his waning passion for cinema, his contentment with retirement, and his surprising new creative outlet.

Manila Braces for Massive Anti-Corruption Protests

Philippines capital prepares for significant demonstrations amid allegations of deep-rooted corruption in state infrastructure projects, sparking widespread public anger and calls for accountability.

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