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Woman critically injured in petrol arson attack

A woman is fighting for her life after a suspected attacker doused her in petrol and set her on fire in a horrific incident at her home. Follow for the latest updates on this breaking news story.

Thomas Midgley Jr: History's Most Dangerous Inventor

Explore the chilling story of Thomas Midgley Jr, whose inventions - leaded petrol and CFCs - killed millions and nearly destroyed our planet. Discover how his creations caused lasting environmental damage.

Woman pays council tax on petrol-bombed Durham home

Ellie Haigh's home was firebombed while she slept, leaving it uninhabitable. Yet, Durham Council demands full council tax. Read her shocking story and the bureaucratic battle she now faces.

Budget cuts threaten 30,000 UK green jobs

300 businesses warn Chancellor against cutting energy efficiency schemes, fearing tens of thousands of job losses and higher bills. Urge government to reconsider.

Bradford fire trial: Man denies murdering four

Sharaz Ali, 40, denies murdering his ex-partner's sister and her three children in a petrol-fuelled house fire in Bradford. The trial continues at Doncaster Crown Court.

Heat pump homes ease grid strain, study shows

New research from Birmingham shows all-electric homes with heat pumps use less energy than predicted, reducing pressure on the UK's electricity grid. Discover how this supports the green transition.

Hidden car switch saves thousands on fuel

Leading motoring experts reveal how a simple dashboard switch, cruise control, can slash fuel consumption by 14%, saving drivers up to £1.65 per hour on motorways.

Petrol station inferno: Smoker's match ignites fuel

Shocking CCTV footage captures the heart-stopping moment a discarded match at a UK petrol station nearly caused catastrophe, as friends narrowly escape a fiery explosion in hair-raising close call.

EV Boom Creates £13B Treasury Black Hole

As petrol and diesel cars disappear from UK roads, the Treasury faces a massive fuel duty shortfall that could force difficult tax decisions. Discover how the switch to EVs is reshaping Britain's fiscal landscape.

OPEC pauses oil output hikes as prices surge

Global oil markets face turbulence as OPEC+ unexpectedly pauses planned output increases, sending prices soaring while UK manufacturing activity contracts sharply.

Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study

Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.

7 Reasons You Don't Need an Electric Car Yet

Thinking of switching to electric? Hold that thought! Our expert analysis reveals why sticking with petrol might be smarter for now. Discover the hidden costs and practical limitations of EVs in today's market.

Serial shoplifter's 100+ petrol station crime spree exposed

Notorious thief Christopher O'Kane's staggering shoplifting campaign across London petrol stations has finally been halted after accumulating over 100 offences. Discover how this prolific criminal operated and his ultimate sentencing.

Young man set on fire in Sydney family feud attack

Shocking details emerge as a 20-year-old Australian man fights for life after being allegedly doused in petrol and set on fire in what police describe as a targeted attack linked to an ongoing family dispute in Sydney's western suburbs.

Miliband's £2.4m heat pump ads spark taxpayer fury

Shadow Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has authorised spending £2.4 million of public money on heat pump advertising in just one year, sparking criticism over taxpayer-funded green messaging.

McClean: Petrol bombs over poppy protest

Shocking details emerge as Republic of Ireland international James McClean reveals he and his family received petrol bombs and death threats over his refusal to wear the remembrance poppy, with police investigations ongoing.

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