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Amazon, Microsoft & Instagram Hit By Major UK Outages

Major tech services including Amazon, Microsoft, Instagram and Facebook Messenger experienced widespread outages across the UK and Europe, disrupting businesses and users in what experts are calling a 'digital domino effect'.

Labour's Nuclear Plan for Scotland Revealed

Ed Miliband announces groundbreaking nuclear energy policy for Scotland if Labour wins Holyrood election, marking dramatic shift from SNP's anti-nuclear stance

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.

Nor'easter Batters US East Coast: Power Outages, Flooding

A powerful Nor'easter storm is unleashing hurricane-force winds and torrential rain across America's East Coast, causing widespread power failures, severe flooding, and dangerous travel conditions from New England to the Mid-Atlantic states.

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.

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

California Emergency: Pacific Storms Trigger State Crisis

Southern California faces nature's fury as torrential rains and hurricane-force winds trigger widespread flooding, power outages and evacuations. Governor Gavin Newsom mobilises emergency response amid the atmospheric river onslaught.

Airlines Ban Passengers for Using Power Banks Onboard

Major UK airlines are enforcing strict new bans on passengers caught using power banks during flights, citing critical fire risks. Discover the safety rules you must follow to avoid being barred from future travel.

State of Emergency: 'Catastrophic' Storm Batters Sydney

A 'catastrophic' storm system has unleashed torrential rain and destructive winds on Sydney, triggering mass evacuations, widespread power outages, and a major state of emergency response across New South Wales.

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