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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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Trump's Greenland Purchase Plan and Arctic Mineral Strategy

Former President Donald Trump's administration seriously considered purchasing Greenland while exploring mineral partnerships with Denmark, revealing America's growing strategic interest in the resource-rich Arctic region.

Guyana's Oil Wealth Fuels Poverty and Regional Tensions

Guyana sits atop vast oil wealth, yet its citizens face deepening poverty and a brewing diplomatic storm with Venezuela. This investigation reveals the stark contrast between corporate profits and public hardship.

UK Art Teachers Divided by Generational Teaching Methods

An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals a growing generational rift in UK art education. Discover how teaching methods, digital skills, and classroom dynamics are splitting staffrooms. Are you an art teacher? Share your story.

Denmark's £3.5bn Arctic Defence Boost Against Russia

Denmark unveils a historic £3.5 billion defence investment in the Arctic, a strategic move to counter Russian aggression and secure Greenland's vast resources, reshaping the geopolitical landscape.

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