US military stockpiling minerals needed for green energy
A new report warns the Pentagon's stockpiling of lithium and cobalt for weapons is hindering climate action. These minerals are vital for EVs and renewable tech.
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Flu Cases Up 56% in England, NHS Winter Report Reveals
NHS data shows a sharp 56% rise in flu patients compared to 2024, with 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Norovirus cases are lower. Read the full winter health update.
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.
Critical Thinking to Become Mandatory for UK University Students
A landmark report mandates critical thinking and liberal arts modules for all UK university students from 2026, aiming to combat misinformation. Discover the new skills framework.
Liberal Arts Education Needs Market-Oriented Reform
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market demands and abandon claims of exclusive critical thinking cultivation. Discover why reform is essential for survival.
Major cyber attack targets multiple London councils
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Liverpool parade crash suspect faces 31 charges
Paul Doyle appears in court over Liverpool FC victory parade car crash that injured 134 people. The former Royal Marine faces multiple assault charges.
Teen fights for life after Sheffield shooting
A 16-year-old boy is in a life-threatening condition after being shot on London Road, Sheffield. Police appeal for witnesses as investigation continues. Share any information.
Sheffield teen critical after London Road shooting
A 16-year-old boy is in a life-threatening condition after being shot in Sheffield. Police urge witnesses to come forward with information about this terrible incident.
A23 Brixton Road closed after crash, police on scene
Major delays on A23 Brixton Road after a collision. Road closed near Crown & Anchor pub. Police on scene, bus routes diverted. Follow for live updates.
Men arrested after runway dash at German airport
Shocking footage shows two passengers sprinting across an active runway in a desperate attempt to board their Wizz Air flight to Bucharest. Read the full story of the incident that led to their arrest.
Man killed in quad bike accident near Knottingley
A 52-year-old local man has died after his quad bike overturned on private land near Dales Wood, Yorkshire. Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on November 22.
Six arrested after Clapham Common robbery
Police arrested six people following a reported robbery on Clapham Common where a victim was located. The investigation is ongoing. Get the latest London crime updates.
Jockeys Swerve Ambulance in Terrifying Near Miss
Jockeys at Evangeline Downs forced into emergency swerve to avoid a track ambulance in a shocking near-miss. The race was voided. Read the full investigation details.
Car crashes into West Sussex gas substation, homes evacuated
A car crashed into a gas substation in Pagham, West Sussex, prompting a 100-metre evacuation zone. Six flats and one house were evacuated. Read the latest updates.
Man, 73, dies after falling from Disney cruise ship
A 73-year-old Melbourne man has died after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship into the Tasman Sea. The vessel turned back but the passenger was not found. Read the latest updates.
UK's £50m Plan to Break China's Grip on Critical Minerals
Keir Starmer unveils UK's critical minerals strategy with £50m funding to reduce dependency on China. Plan targets domestic lithium production and supply chain resilience by 2035.
Driver, 68, arrested after fatal cyclist crash in London
A 68-year-old motorist was arrested after a collision killed a cyclist, 34, on Old Kent Road. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage. Call 101 with information.
COP30 Fails on Fossil Fuels But Makes Forest Gains
Despite failing to agree a fossil fuel phase-out, COP30 in Brazil initiated crucial talks on trade alignment and critical minerals. Discover the key outcomes.
Girl, 13, arrested after woman dies in Swindon
A teenage girl has been detained on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 50s was found not breathing at a Swindon property. Police investigation ongoing.
Teen arrested after woman found dead in Swindon
A 13-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 50s was found deceased at a property in Swindon. Follow for live updates.
Four shot at US Christmas tree lighting ceremony
Four people were shot, three critically, at a family-friendly Christmas tree lighting in Concord, North Carolina. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
Girl, 13, arrested after woman found dead in Swindon
A teenage girl has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at a property in Swindon. Police are investigating and have asked the public not to speculate online.
Weapons used against drones at NATO air base
Dutch forces deployed weapons after unidentified drones were spotted over Volkel Air Base, a key NATO nuclear deterrence site. Investigation underway. Read the latest.
Grandmother decapitated by bin lorry in California
Maria Rubalcava de Ruesga, a grandmother-of-eight who recently survived pancreatic cancer, was killed in a tragic collision with a refuse truck outside a primary school in Santa Ana.
Four shot at NC Christmas tree lighting
Four people were shot, three critically, at a family-friendly Christmas tree lighting in Concord, North Carolina. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
Grizzly bear kills one, injures 11 in Canada
A grizzly bear attack on a school hiking trip in Bella Coola, Canada, has left one dead and 11 injured. The bear remains on the loose as authorities search.
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.
US soldiers accidentally cross border into Mexico
Heavily armed Mexican troops scrambled after US contractors mistakenly landed on a beach in Playa Bagdad and planted warning signs. The Pentagon has issued an apology.
Police capsicum spray elderly man in care home
NSW police deployed capsicum spray on an 87-year-old man allegedly armed with a metal ornament at a Sydney nursing home. The incident is under review.
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