24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
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Bondi Attack: NSW Premier Pledges Firearms Law Review
Following the Bondi beach terror attack, NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to review gun laws. Data shows a 'frightening concentration' of firearm ownership in Sydney. Read the full analysis.
Tigris River in danger of disappearing, threatening Iraq's future
Iraq's historic Tigris River is heavily polluted and drying up, endangering millions and ancient communities like the Mandaeans. Urgent action is needed to prevent an ecological and cultural catastrophe.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
Environment Agency loses £300m in landfill tax
A watchdog report reveals the Environment Agency failed to collect £300m in landfill tax from illegal waste sites. Read the full investigation into this major financial and environmental failure.
Environment Agency 'failed' to tell Lords about illegal waste
Peers express alarm after Environment Agency bosses omitted three large-scale illegal waste sites from evidence. The sites include a 25,000-tonne dump in Wigan and a river-polluting site in Oxfordshire. Read the full investigation.
Paul Brown's Final Climate Warning from Hospital Bed
Guardian's former environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on political failure over climate crisis. Experts echo his call for urgent action.
Parents worldwide battle junk food proliferation near schools
Families across five continents reveal their daily struggle against ultra-processed foods targeting children. New Lancet study warns of long-term health harms as obesity rates soar. Read their stories.
Brussels breaks record for longest period without a government
Brussels has surpassed Belgium's national record, going 542 days without a government. Political deadlock among 14 parties stalls crucial decisions amid a budget crisis and rising social issues. Read the full analysis.
Wood-burning stoves face partial ban in new UK pollution plan
The UK government unveils stricter PM2.5 pollution targets, aligning with EU standards. New rules could restrict wood-burning stoves and boost nature recovery. Read the full details.
Australia's Migration Policy Contradictions Exposed
Australia's major political parties face migration policy hypocrisy as internal conflicts undermine public positions. Discover the truth behind political posturing.
45 Flood Alerts as Heavy Rain Hits UK
Dozens of flood alerts are active across England and Wales with up to 120mm of rain forecast. Met Office warns of travel disruption and potential flooding. Stay informed.
Metro wins prestigious award for violence against women campaign
Metro's groundbreaking 'This Is Not Right' campaign has been named Campaign Of The Year at the Write to End Violence Against Women Awards for its impactful reporting on violence against women and girls.
8,000 illegal waste sites blight UK, study reveals
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill taxes and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
East London Christmas bin strikes announced
Refuse workers in Waltham Forest announce 13 days of Christmas strikes in a dispute over pay. Discover the dates and how households will be affected.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: London Impact
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the two-child benefit cap, set to lift 350,000 UK children from poverty. Discover which London constituencies are most affected.
Australia's Nature Law Deal: Wins and Risks
Labor and Greens strike deal to amend Australia's environmental protection laws, creating new EPA but raising concerns about rushed process and climate oversight. Read the full analysis.
NSW Faces Catastrophic Fire Warning Amid Parliament Rush
New South Wales experiences first catastrophic fire warning in two years as Labor and Greens negotiate environment protection laws in parliament's final days.
Arrest over 150m illegal waste mountain in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
1 in 7 English Bathing Spots Polluted
New data reveals one in seven English bathing waters are polluted, with famous beaches like Scarborough and Bognor Regis deemed unsafe for swimming. Discover the causes and government response.
Labor's nature laws face uncertain fate amid negotiations
Labor's environmental reforms face crucial vote as Minister Watt presents separate amendments to Coalition and Greens. Key concessions offered on fossil fuels and enforcement.
Coalition attacks Bowen's Cop presidency in parliament
The Coalition launches parliamentary attack on Climate Minister Chris Bowen over his Cop negotiation presidency while experts dismiss criticism as 'culture cringe'. Plus: NSW housing plans and Trump's Ukraine proposal.
Bowen's COP31 Role Sparks Political Debate in Australia
Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed COP31 negotiations president while retaining domestic role. Experts dismiss Coalition claims of 'part-time minister' as 'culture cringe'. Read analysis.
Final Parliamentary Week: Key Bills & Party Drama
The final parliamentary sitting week sees crucial environment bill debates and Liberal party instability. Stay informed on the political developments shaping Australia's future.
Australian Political Debate: Unacceptable Views Go Mainstream
Julianne Schultz analyses how Australia's opposition sets political agenda, debasing national discourse on immigration and climate. Read the concerning shift in public debate.
Waste crime: UK's environmental disaster unfolds
Revealing how organised criminals are dumping thousands of tonnes of toxic waste across Britain with impunity, creating environmental disasters that cost millions to clean up.
Critical Incident: 40ft Oxfordshire Waste Mountain
A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.
40ft waste mountain grows in Oxfordshire field
A 40ft-high waste mountain in Oxfordshire grew within months, prompting PM's condemnation and Environment Agency criminal investigation. Read the latest developments.
Can Democrats flip a red Tennessee district?
In Tennessee, Democrat Aftyn Behn is building a 'coalition of the pissed off' to challenge a Republican stronghold. With the cost of living crisis central to her campaign, could she turn this seat blue for the first time since 1983?
Coalition offers deal on Labour's environment laws
Opposition leader Sussan Ley says the Coalition will support Labour's rewritten Environment Protection Act if 'sensible amendments' are accepted. Read the latest on the political negotiations.
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