IATA Chief: Airlines Must Raise Prices Due to Fuel Costs
IATA's Willie Walsh says airlines cannot absorb rising jet fuel costs from Strait of Hormuz disruption, leading to higher ticket prices. Summer shortages possible.
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Lidl to Sell £400 Plug-in Solar Panels: Key Facts (14.05.2026)
UK supermarkets like Lidl and Amazon will soon sell plug-in solar panels for £400, offering DIY renewable energy that could save households £70-£110 yearly.
Calbee Crisps Go Monochrome Due to Iran Conflict
Calbee switches to black-and-white packaging for 14 products due to naphtha supply disruption from the Iran-US conflict, ensuring stable supply without affecting quality.
66p Spice Repels Garden Ants Naturally, Expert Claims
A viral tip suggests cloves, a 66p spice, can deter ants from lawns and patios. Experts confirm clove oil disrupts scent trails, offering a natural repellent.
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Surfers Protest UK Water System on Saturday
Thousands of surfers across the UK will stage 'paddle out' protests on Saturday against the failing water system, blaming privatisation for sewage pollution and high bills.
US Forests Sprayed with Cancer-Linked Herbicide Glyphosate
Thousands of acres of US national forests are being sprayed with glyphosate, a probable carcinogen, to clear land for commercial timber, sparking public outrage and health concerns.
Four Tick Diseases More Prevalent Than Hantavirus
Tick season is peaking, with ER visits at a decade high. Learn about four deadly tick-borne diseases: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Powassan virus, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis.
Datacentres Use 6% of UK and US Electricity, AI Drives Surge
Datacentres consume 6% of electricity in the UK and US, with AI driving a 15% global rise in two years. Research warns of societal backlash and energy shortages.
Robot Wolf Sales Surge as Bear Attacks Rise in Japan
Ohta Seiki's 'Monster Wolf' robot sees soaring demand in Japan due to record bear attacks, with 13 fatalities in 2025-2026 and over 50,000 sightings.
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Japan's Robot Wolf Sells Out Amid Record Bear Attacks
A Japanese manufacturer of animatronic wolves is overwhelmed with orders as the country faces a record number of bear attacks, with 50,000 sightings in 2025-2026.
Tehran Tremors Spark Major Earthquake Concerns
A cluster of nine minor earthquakes struck near Tehran overnight, reigniting fears of a major seismic event. Experts warn of catastrophic risks due to fault lines and urban density.
Iran War Price Shocks Drive Solar Surge in Asia
Soaring fuel costs from the Iran war are driving panicked consumers in Asia toward rooftop solar, benefiting China as the world's largest solar tech provider.
Patchouli Oil Repels Mosquitoes for Hours in Study
Patchouli oil, a retro fragrance popular in the 1960s, provides complete mosquito protection for up to three hours in lab tests, offering a natural alternative to DEET.
Airlines Cancel Flights, Hike Fees Amid Jet Fuel Crisis (13.05.2026)
Airlines worldwide cancel flights and add surcharges as jet fuel prices soar due to Middle East conflict. UK cancellations rise to 296 in May, summer outlook stable.
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UK Flight Cancellations Surge as Jet Fuel Prices Soar
UK flight cancellations have increased significantly in May due to soaring jet fuel prices and shortage fears. Airlines trim schedules to avoid compensation payouts.
UK Flight Cancellations Surge in May as Fuel Costs Rise
296 flights from UK airports were cancelled in May as jet fuel prices soared due to US-Iran tensions. Airlines like BA, easyJet, Jet2, and Ryanair respond to the crisis.
Scientists 'Hear' Black Hole Collisions Using Auto-Tune Tech
Scientists have developed a method to 'hear' cosmic events like black hole collisions using a technique similar to pitch correction in music production, enhancing gravitational wave detection.
Lift Safety Warning Over Capacity Limits and Rising Obesity
Lift capacity signs are outdated as average weights rise, potentially compromising safety and causing social stigma, an expert warns.
Hidden Rock Slab Keeps Bermuda Afloat for 30 Million Years
Scientists discovered a 12-mile-thick slab of lighter rock beneath Bermuda that keeps the island elevated, even though its volcanoes stopped erupting 30 million years ago.
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Greggs Warns of Middle East Impact Despite Sales Boost
Greggs reports 2.5% sales rise from new menu items like chicken roll and matcha drinks, but warns geopolitical tensions in the Middle East may raise costs. First international shop opens in Tenerife.
Calbee Goes Grayscale Over Iran War Ink Shortages
Japan's largest crisp maker Calbee is temporarily switching to monochrome packaging for 14 products due to shortages of petroleum-based printing materials caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Swiss Scientists Trigger Thousands of Tiny Quakes in Alps
Researchers from ETH Zurich induced 8,000 small earthquakes deep under the Swiss Alps by injecting water into boreholes, aiming to understand earthquake triggers and improve geothermal energy safety.
UK Summer Flights Threatened by Jet Fuel Crisis
Major UK airports warn that government plans to tackle jet fuel shortages could cancel millions of summer flights, as Aramco warns of critically low fuel stocks.
492 Climbers Prepare to Scale Mount Everest This Month
Nearly 500 climbers and guides are set to ascend Mount Everest in May, facing unstable ice, high costs, and increased permit fees, with a shift toward Asian climbers.
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Shipping Faces Fuel Crisis as Iran War Disrupts Supply
The Iran war's closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens bunker fuel supply, driving up shipping costs and consumer prices globally, with Asia hit first and hardest.
Trump Plans Gas Tax Cut as Iran War Drives Fuel Prices Up
President Trump announced plans to reduce the 18-cent federal gas tax for an unspecified period due to soaring fuel prices from the Iran war, requiring Congressional approval.
Plug-in Solar Panels: How They Work and Installation Guide
Plug-in solar panels offer a simpler way to generate electricity for homes, especially for renters and flat owners. Learn how they work, installation steps, and safety tips.
UK Scientists Develop New Hantavirus Antigen
University of Bath scientists have created a new antigen against Hantaan disease, a hantavirus strain, amid concerns after three cruise ship deaths. No vaccine currently exists.
E-bikes Blamed as UK Battery Fires Surge 147%
Fire brigades across the UK are tackling a record number of lithium-ion battery fires, with e-bikes as the leading cause, sparking calls for tighter regulation.
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E.On to Buy Ovo, Creating UK's Biggest Energy Supplier
German energy firm E.On has agreed to buy rival Ovo in a deal that would create Britain's largest supplier, serving about 9.6 million customers. The deal is valued at up to £600 million.
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