Trump Spends $3.8B to Kill Clean Energy, Boost Coal
The Trump administration has spent $2.7bn to cancel offshore wind projects and $1.125bn to boost coal, critics say this raises Americans' bills and enriches cronies.
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UK Urged to Skip Outdoor Drying on Saturday as Pollen Soars
Brits are urged to avoid drying clothes outdoors on Saturday as high pollen levels and heat coincide. Four areas face very high counts. NHS warns clothes can catch pollen, worsening hay fever.
UK Vape Crackdown: Plain Packs, Banned Flavours
UK proposes plain packaging, colour restrictions (white/black/grey), and bans on sweet/dessert flavour names for vapes to curb youth vaping. Consultation launched.
Plain Packaging for Vapes Proposed to Curb Youth Appeal
Vapes will be sold in plain packaging under new UK proposals to reduce their appeal to children. The consultation also limits colours to white, black, or grey and bans dessert-themed flavour names.
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Albanese Government Rejected Advice on Salmon Farming Impact Before Passing Pro-Industry Laws
Documents show Albanese government ignored environment department advice on salmon farming's impact on endangered skate before passing laws to protect the industry.
North East child poverty summit: new help for pregnant women, £65m unclaimed
A second Child Poverty Summit in Newcastle announced a grant scheme for pregnant women and a push to claim £65m in unclaimed Child Trust Funds in the North East.
DWP to Consult on Workplace Temperature Rules Amid Heatwave
The DWP has confirmed a public consultation on workplace temperature regulations as the UK experiences its third heatwave of 2026, with temperatures forecast to hit 36C.
Princes Street Blaze Shows Fire Service Can't Face More Cuts
The Fire Brigades Union warns that the Princes Street blaze highlights the need for sustained funding and no further cuts to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, as firefighters faced extra risks from the historic building.
UK Vets Warn Pets Suffer Heatstroke Even at Home
UK vets report heatstroke in pets even when resting at home, not just from exercise or hot cars. Cases rose 28% in 2025, with 66% in summer. Flat-faced breeds, thick coats, and stressed cats at risk.
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Princes Street Blaze: Union Warns Against More Fire Cuts
The Fire Brigades Union warns that the Princes Street fire demonstrates the fire service cannot withstand further cuts, highlighting the need for adequate funding and staffing.
Washington State Coach Nick Rolovich Sacked Over Vaccine Refusal
Washington State University fires football coach Nick Rolovich and four assistants for refusing Covid-19 vaccine, denying religious exemption.
PIP Needs Fundamental Change, Minister Says After Review
A minister-led review found PIP 'no longer fit for purpose,' calling for fundamental change to make the disability benefit financially sustainable amid soaring costs.
UK Teens to Trial Social Media Bans and Curfews in Government Pilot
UK government launches pilot testing social media bans and curfews for 300 teens, alongside a major scientific trial and consultation on under-16 restrictions.
FCDO Wildfire Warning for France Travellers
The Foreign Office warns of high wildfire risk in France from April to October, with scorching temperatures and increased danger along the Mediterranean coast and Corsica.
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Conservation Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Utah Highway Plan
Conservation groups sue Trump administration over reapproved highway plan through Red Cliffs National Conservation Area, citing environmental law violations.
Durham Miners' Hall Gets Grade II* Status
The Redhills Durham Miners' Hall, home to the 'Pitman's Parliament', has been upgraded to a Grade II* listed building, recognising its national significance as a trades union landmark.
Heatwaves become culture war flashpoint in climate debate
Readers respond to George Monbiot's article on rightwing denial of heatwave dangers, citing 1976 data with 3,676 excess deaths, and call for government action on climate change.
Burnham’s Plan for Public Control of Water and Energy
Andy Burnham considers a 10-year programme for public ownership of water and energy utilities, with Thames Water as a key test case. Campaigners push for nationalisation, but costs and legal hurdles remain.
Scrap £264bn Carbon Capture Programme, Says Monbiot
George Monbiot argues the UK's £264bn carbon capture programme is a waste that will increase emissions and bills, urging cancellation to fund better climate solutions.
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Ed Miliband dealt huge blow as North Sea drilling case ripped apart
Emissions from Jackdaw gas field will not materially influence global warming, making up less than 0.02% of yearly global greenhouse gases, report suggests.
North East Mayor Admits High Street Revamp Slower Than Hoped
North East mayor Kim McGuinness admits high street revival has been slower than hoped, urges commission to 'think bigger' and focus on major interventions like South Shields college move.
Trump Orders UFO Files Release: New Alien Disclosure Chapter
Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to release UFO files in February 2026, citing public interest. The first batch in May 2026 got over a billion hits, revealing Apollo astronaut encounters and military sightings.
Australia's National Parks: Conservation vs Commercial Development
Australia's national parks face tension between conservation and commercial development, with luxury eco-tourism projects sparking debate.
Severn Trent Avoids Fine for Sewage Failures After Accountability
Severn Trent Water avoided a fine from Ofwat for wastewater failures after demonstrating genuine accountability, investing £98m and reducing spills by 41%.
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Flying Tiger Flight 739: 107 Lost, No Wreckage Found
Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 vanished in 1962 with 107 people on board during a secret mission. Despite a massive search, no wreckage has ever been found, leaving families without closure.
Trump Ends Iran Ceasefire, Labels Government 'Scum'
US President Donald Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over, calling the government 'scum' and 'sick people' after US strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation on Bahrain and Kuwait.
Coalsnaughton ground movement still 10mm a week, families in limbo
Ground movement in Coalsnaughton, Scotland, continues at 10mm per week, with evacuated families unlikely to return before Christmas. Some residents refuse to leave, citing misinformation.
Puglia Beach Picnic Debate Heats Up Over Privatisation
Puglia's governor Antonio Decaro wants tourists and locals to be allowed to bring their own food to beaches, sparking division with exclusive beach clubs over rising privatisation.
Teens Get Anonymous Consent Check Tool
SafeBae launches Vibe Check, a free anonymous tool helping teens assess consent violations and apologise, with over 3,500 users in its first month.
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Scotland Freeze Datacentre Projects Challenges UK AI Strategy
Scotland could impose a moratorium on new datacentres, threatening UK AI plans. The SNP motion cites overdevelopment and energy strain, with 24 hyperscale projects planned.
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