A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive data centre backed by tech tycoons, fearing soaring bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. A classic David vs Goliath story unfolds.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
World Athletics warns the Michael Johnson-backed Grand Slam Track may not return in 2026 despite bankruptcy filing. Stars like Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are owed hundreds of thousands. Read the full financial crisis details.
A top DWP civil servant has blamed claimants for the carer's allowance crisis, contradicting an official review that found systemic failures. Over 180,000 carers face life-changing debts.
The UK's energy security depends on domestic gas production for decades, warns a leading industry figure. Discover why new North Sea fields are deemed essential.
A Labour MP's viral TikTok uses biscuits to illustrate the UK's debt crisis and economic stagnation. Discover his novel approach to political storytelling.
Glasgow South MP Gordon McKee uses custard creams to explain UK debt-to-GDP ratio in viral video, leading a new wave of creative political communication on social media.
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
Greenpeace calls on Ofgem to regulate energy grid upgrades, preventing unnecessary bill increases and ensuring value for money as the UK transitions to clean energy.
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Leon founder John Vincent reveals potential site closures and job cuts as he battles to restore the struggling fast-food chain to its former health. Read his full recovery plan.
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Beyond the public feud with Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the OBR's reports reveal a perilous long-term fiscal outlook for the UK, with high debt and demographic pressures risking financial stability. Read the full analysis.
The UK government has approved the Sunnica Energy Farm, a massive 3,500-acre solar project in Suffolk. It will power 400,000 homes and create 1,000 jobs. Read more on the implications for UK energy.
The Australian Tax Office has relaunched a campaign to recover $5.3bn from 325,000 taxpayers, including debts dating back to 2017. Read about the revised scheme and its implications.
Experts warn Australia's data centre boom, fuelled by AI, could triple energy demand by 2030, jeopardising net zero ambitions and increasing reliance on fossil fuels. Read the full analysis.
Investors warn of 'deep structural issues' causing a slump in solar and wind farm investment, threatening Australia's 2030 renewable energy targets. Read the full analysis.
UK cities waste enough heat to meet 38% of London's demand. Learn 6 key lessons from Europe on rolling out heat networks to slash energy bills, create jobs, and decarbonise urban centres.
An elderly woman in Stafford was left without heating due to a faulty British Gas prepayment meter, highlighting systemic customer service failures across UK energy suppliers, including billing errors and threats to minors.
Ovo Energy, once the UK's green energy disruptor, faces a battle for survival. We examine its financial woes, executive exodus, and the controversial millions paid to its founder's company.
John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.
Millions of Americans could soon power homes with plug-in balcony solar panels as states rewrite energy laws. Discover how this renewable energy shift benefits renters and homeowners.
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
Billions in clean energy funding for former coal communities revoked by Trump administration, devastating economic recovery efforts across Appalachia and halting vital projects.
Britain faces potential gas supply emergencies this winter as energy experts issue urgent warnings to government ministers about storage capacity and infrastructure risks.
NUS warns a 3-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold will force graduates to repay more, sooner, potentially leaving them struggling with basic living costs. Discover the impact on new graduates.
Rachel Reeves faces criticism for 'deceiving' Budget that delays fiscal repair as economists warn of interest rate hold fears. Key details on borrowing and tax changes.
Economists warn the UK remains in a weak fiscal position post-Budget, with tax burden hitting a record high. Discover the analysis and market concerns.
Labour government introduces legislation to wipe 20% from student loans and raise repayment threshold. Discover how this cost-of-living measure affects millions.