Mountain lion forces two US schools into lockdown
Two schools in Duluth, Minnesota, were placed on secure lockdown after a roaming mountain lion was sighted nearby. Authorities confirm the animal has moved on. Read the full story.
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AI data centre boom in Nevada desert raises water crisis fears
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, larger than Denver, is now a global hub for tech giants' AI data centres. This boom fuels economic growth but threatens scarce water resources in one of America's driest states. Discover the modern-day gold rush's high st
Victoria Slashes 1,000+ Public Sector Jobs in $4bn Savings Plan
Victoria's Premier announces a major public service overhaul, cutting over 1,000 jobs and merging 29 entities to save $4bn. Read the full details of the state's budget repair plan.
Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
£5m Texas mansion's Grinch grotto sparks neighbour feud
A Dallas couple's extravagant £5m mansion Christmas light display, featuring giant Grinch inflatables, draws crowds and council ire. Discover the festive feud causing traffic chaos.
UK Flood Crisis: 'Danger to Life' Warning Issued
A 'danger to life' amber weather warning is in force for south Wales amid heavy rainfall. Dozens of flood alerts are active across the UK. Stay informed and prepare now.
70 Convictions in NY Public Housing Bribery Case
A decade-long New York public housing bribery scheme concludes with 70 convictions after the largest single-day bribery takedown in US Justice Department history. Discover the full story.
3000 Welsh species at risk of extinction
A shocking report reveals 2,955 species in Wales are at serious risk of disappearing. Discover which beloved creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover bid
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of rival Anglo American after its latest approach was rebuffed. Discover the implications for the planned Anglo-Teck merger and the global mining sector.
BHP walks away from new Anglo American takeover bid
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
FBI Director's SWAT Team for Girlfriend Sparks Outrage
FBI Director Kash Patel faces backlash after assigning SWAT teams to protect his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, raising questions about misuse of government resources.
FBI Director's girlfriend gets elite SWAT protection
FBI Director Kash Patel faces accusations of abuse of power after his country singer girlfriend was assigned an elite FBI SWAT team for protection. Discover the details of this growing scandal.
Mandelson Under Investigation for Public Urination
Lord Peter Mandelson faces a £300 fine after being caught urinating in a London street. The former Labour minister cites age-related prostate issues and lack of public facilities as mitigating factors.
Missing children crisis: 72,000 vanish yearly
Charity Missing People warns vulnerable children face exploitation due to police failures. The Independent launches SafeCall campaign to help reach every missing child. Donate now.
Storm Claudia Floods UK, Major Incident Declared
Storm Claudia batters the UK with a month's rain in a day, causing severe flooding, uprooted trees, and power cuts. See the shocking aftermath and rescue efforts.
Storm Claudia: Major Incident Declared After Flooding
Emergency services declare major incident as Storm Claudia causes severe flooding across UK. Four severe flood warnings issued with risk to life. Stay informed about weather warnings.
Chinese Officer Hits Spectators, Checks Bike First
A female police officer in China causes public fury after her motorcycle collides with young spectators during a demo. Watch the controversial video and the official response.
PSNI lacked capacity to stop online predator
Police Ombudsman finds PSNI cybercrime units were under-resourced, failing to manage risk of catfish killer Alexander McCartney who drove a victim to suicide. Read the full investigation.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Australia-China Critical Minerals Deal Reshapes Global Supply
In a strategic pivot, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announces groundbreaking critical minerals cooperation with China, reshaping global supply chains and challenging Western dominance in green technology resources.
Labour faces public sector productivity crisis in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's public service productivity puzzle as she prepares her debut Budget, with Treasury analysis revealing stagnant output despite soaring employment costs.
Hero bystander confronts knife-wielding man in London
A courageous member of the public risked his own safety to disarm a man allegedly threatening people with a knife during a terrifying incident in central London, with dramatic footage capturing the entire confrontation.
Why Rachel Reeves Must Gamble on Tax Hikes
Exclusive analysis reveals why the Chancellor faces an impossible choice between fiscal responsibility and crumbling public services as economic pressures mount.
Australia's Critical Minerals: Albanese Under Fire
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting criticism over Australia's critical minerals strategy, with experts warning the nation risks becoming a 'quarry with a flag' rather than securing genuine economic sovereignty.
Police: Public inquiries hamper crime fighting
Senior police leaders warn that mounting public inquiries are draining resources and diverting officers from frontline crime-fighting duties across Britain.
Quiz: Tolkien Minerals vs Australia's Critical Resources
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
Police one-to-one scheme exposed as 'farcical' waste
Home Office-backed initiative sees officers spending hours on fruitless visits while violent criminals roam free. Investigation reveals staggering waste of police resources and taxpayer money.
Australia-US critical minerals deal challenges China
A landmark agreement between Australia and the United States aims to reshape global supply chains for rare earths and critical minerals, reducing Western reliance on China while boosting green technology development.
Corporate Space Ownership: The Legal Loophole Explained
An obscure legal provision is enabling private companies to establish unprecedented property rights in space, raising alarm among experts about the future of cosmic exploration.
UK Schools Face Deepening Educational Divide, Poll Reveals
Exclusive Sutton Trust research uncovers alarming disparities in educational support during critical school years, with disadvantaged pupils falling further behind their wealthier peers.
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