US & EU Launch DRC Critical Minerals Project
The US and EU have launched a major critical minerals project in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Lobito Corridor, aiming to secure supply chains and boost regional development. Read the full report.
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Doctor jailed for supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry
Salvador Plasencia sentenced for illegally distributing ketamine to the late Friends star in the weeks before his death. Read the full court details and family impact statements.
24,000 without water in Kent as crisis hits third day
More than 24,000 residents in a Kent town are without water for a third day, forcing school closures. Get the full list of affected schools and latest updates.
Airbus cuts delivery target due to A320 fuselage problem
Airbus has reduced its 2025 aircraft delivery forecast, citing quality issues with A320 fuselages. Discover the financial impact and supply chain challenges.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle as MP calls for CEO to resign.
Report: UK Gas Security Risk Buried in Budget
A new report reveals a critical risk to UK gas security was omitted from Budget Day documents. Experts warn of potential supply shocks. Read the full analysis.
Tunbridge Wells water outage forces school closures
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water, forcing multiple schools to close and causing major disruption. Get the full list of closures and latest updates.
Kent Water Crisis: Schools Shut, 23,000 Affected
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.
Greens push 25% gas tax as property prices hit $889k
Australian Greens demand 25% tax on gas exports while opposing new fields. Property prices surge to $889k median, overwhelming interest rate benefits. Government urges AI content labelling.
UK Fried Chicken Boom Driven by Economic Factors
Discover why fried chicken chains are rapidly expanding across the UK, driven by affordability and social media trends. Explore the economic factors behind this culinary phenomenon.
Energy Advisers Warn Ministers of UK Gas Supply Crisis
Britain faces potential gas supply emergencies this winter as energy experts issue urgent warnings to government ministers about storage capacity and infrastructure risks.
BP Olympic Pipeline Leak Source Discovered in Washington
Investigators identify source of fuel leak in BP's Olympic Pipeline after two weeks, causing emergency declarations in Washington and Oregon. Discover the impact on regional fuel supplies.
New Policy Centre to Future-Proof UK Manufacturing
A new independent Policy Centre has launched to give 325,000+ UK manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government, aiming to future-proof this vital sector.
Unimetals liquidation puts 650 UK jobs at risk
Unimetals Group, a major UK metals recycler, is on the brink of collapse, threatening 650 jobs just weeks before Christmas. Read the full story on the crisis.
Bird Flu Crisis Threatens UK Christmas Turkey Supply
UK poultry producers face a severe bird flu season, leading to tight supplies of Christmas turkeys, chickens, and ducks. Discover the impact on festive availability and prices.
Drug dealer jailed after fist-bump arrest in Crawley
Jamie Gabriel, 28, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for supplying cocaine and cannabis in Crawley. The dealer was caught after officers witnessed him fist-bumping customers. Read the full story.
Dutch suspend Chinese chipmaker Nexperia seizure
The Dutch government suspends its takeover of Nexperia, easing global car production fears. Discover how this chip dispute resolution impacts international trade relations.
UK businesses ditch China supply chains as risks mount
Santander data reveals UK firms are rapidly diversifying supply chains away from China. Discover how geopolitical tensions are reshaping British business strategy and which regions are benefiting.
US Scrambles to Break China's Rare-Earth Dominance
The Trump administration is racing to rebuild America's rare-earth supply chain, challenging China's 90% processing control. Can the US achieve mineral independence?
China voices 'extreme disappointment' with Dutch minister
China expresses extreme disappointment with the Dutch minister over a semiconductor supply chain crisis that brought the global car industry to a halt. Read the full story.
JLR cyber attack cost £200m, hit UK economy
A major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover cost the firm nearly £200m and was a significant factor in the UK's economic contraction in September. Discover the full impact.
US weapons call 'jeopardises' Sudan ceasefire
A top RSF adviser warns US calls to cut weapons supplies threaten a fragile truce in Sudan's war, which has killed 40,000 and displaced millions. Read the latest.
Ireland Plans 300,000 New Homes Within Five Years
The Irish government unveils a radical housing plan to build 300,000 homes by 2030, tackling the nation's severe housing crisis head-on. Discover how this ambitious strategy will transform Ireland's property landscape.
What Your UK Coffee Shop Choice Says About You
A journalist investigates what your favourite UK coffee shop chain reveals about your personality. From Starbucks to Gail's, discover the hidden social codes of Britain's caffeine culture.
How McDonald's overcomes community opposition to expand
McDonald's uses long-term strategies and planning expertise to overcome community resistance when opening new stores, often waiting years for success.
Migrant Hotel Chain Rated UK's Worst For Satisfaction
Exclusive investigation uncovers how a major hotel group accommodating asylum seekers received the UK's lowest guest satisfaction scores while earning millions from government contracts.
UK Hotel Chains Ranked: Best & Worst Revealed
New research exposes the UK's top and bottom hotel chains based on customer satisfaction and value for money. Discover which brands are worth your stay and which to avoid.
Dutch Chip Blockade Threatens Car Factory Shutdowns
The Netherlands blocks China's Nexperia from acquiring Nowi, triggering a semiconductor crisis that could paralyse European car manufacturing and escalate global tech tensions.
Nexperia chip halt threatens car production
Major European chipmaker Nexperia suspends deliveries to Chinese customers, threatening global car manufacturing and escalating tech trade tensions.
Carney: Free Trade Era Over at APEC Summit
Canadian PM Mark Carney tells APEC summit the global economic order has fundamentally shifted, warning nations must adapt to new realities of protectionism and supply chain security.
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