Amazon Mercury Crisis: Church Exposes Environmental Catastrophe
Shocking report reveals mercury contamination devastating Amazon rainforest and indigenous communities, with Catholic Church demanding urgent government action.
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Trump's Alaska Mining Permits Threaten Biden Green Agenda
Former President Donald Trump quietly approved controversial mining permits in Alaska's pristine wilderness during his final days in office, creating a major environmental dilemma for the Biden administration.
NRL Grand Final refereeing controversy sparks fury
Explosive controversy erupts as Melbourne Storm veteran expresses outrage over contentious refereeing call involving Broncos star Reece Walsh during NRL Grand Final, with rugby league legend backing claims the fullback should have been sent off.
FTSE 100 Falls as UK Economy Contracts in October
London's FTSE 100 experienced significant losses after shock GDP data revealed the UK economy contracted in October, with retail and mining stocks leading the decline.
Neighbour's parking reports spark council war
A furious driver reveals how a neighbour's relentless parking complaints led to council threats and a street-wide dispute. Discover the shocking reality of UK parking permit problems.
Mining expansion pushes Baudin cockatoo to extinction brink
New research reveals that planned mining expansions in Western Australia will destroy crucial feeding habitats, leaving the endangered Baudin black cockatoo with no path to survival without immediate government intervention.
Blue Badge Crackdown: Thousands Lose Disabled Parking Permits
Exclusive investigation reveals how councils across Britain are stripping disabled parking permits from vulnerable residents amid government crackdown on Blue Badge scheme misuse.
China's BHP Iron Ore Ban: Global Market Shock
Exclusive analysis reveals how China's reported ban on BHP iron ore could cripple Australia's economy and reshape global trade dynamics. Discover the far-reaching implications.
FIFO worker Courtney Jane found dead in WA bushland
The heartbreaking discovery of 29-year-old FIFO worker Courtney Jane's body in remote Western Australia has left the mining community in mourning as police investigate the circumstances surrounding her tragic death.
Corporate middlemen mask Australian fossil fuel profits
A groundbreaking report exposes how complex corporate structures are masking the real beneficiaries of Australia's lucrative fossil fuel industry, raising concerns about accountability and transparency.
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.
LA Sheriff Dept Faces Federal Corruption Probe Over Gun Licences
The US Justice Department has launched a major corruption investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department following allegations deputies sold concealed gun licenses for cash and sexual favours.
BHP's £49bn Anglo American Takeover Bid Shakes Mining World
Australian mining titan BHP launches stunning £49 billion takeover approach for Anglo American, creating potential global mining powerhouse and reshaping critical minerals landscape amid growing competition with China.
Aussie Mining Stock Skyrockets Nearly 500% in Shock Rally
In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.
Bali freezes hotel permits after flooding crisis
Indonesian authorities hit pause on new hotel and restaurant permits in Bali's most popular districts as rapid, unregulated development exacerbates severe flooding problems on the island paradise.
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.
Ministers tell Environment Agency to wave through planning apps
Exclusive: Ministers have instructed the Environment Agency to fast-track planning applications, bypassing key pollution and wildlife safeguards, internal documents reveal.
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.
UK Housebuilding Plummets to Post-War Low, Councils Warn
New data reveals a catastrophic decline in UK housebuilding, with construction starts falling to levels not seen since the 1940s. Councils warn of a deepening housing crisis as government targets are missed by a staggering margin.
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.
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