Nissan's new electric Leaf rolls off Sunderland production line
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
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Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
Hidden Cave Factories: China's Architectural Secrets Revealed
A groundbreaking exhibition in Montreal shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing thrilling cave factories and a fierce debate over national style. Discover the untold story.
Nature-friendly farming schemes hit by funding and contract issues
England's ambitious landscape recovery scheme faces low uptake as new contracts allow termination with just one year's notice and funding is slashed. Conservationists warn of a major step back for wildlife.
Seismic Waves Could Revolutionise Soil Health Mapping
A groundbreaking technique using seismic waves to map soil health could boost crop yields and help prevent famine. Experts say it's a potential 'holy grail' for agriculture.
Seismic Waves to Unlock Soil Health Secrets
A breakthrough project using seismology promises to 'see' into soil, boosting yields and cutting pollution. Could this be the holy grail of sustainable agriculture?
Katie Price calls Miranda Sawyer a 'liar' in podcast feud
Katie Price has vehemently denied claims made by journalist Miranda Sawyer that she bullied her during an interview, labelling the broadcaster a 'liar' on her own podcast. Get the full story on this celebrity clash.
Fallen Angels Review: Noël Coward Revival in London
Noël Coward's 'Fallen Angels' receives a witty, champagne-fuelled revival at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. Read our review of the hilarious battle of wits.
UK farmers lose £828m after hottest spring and summer
A new study reveals UK arable farmers face over £800m in losses after the hottest spring and summer on record devastated harvests. Discover the impact on food security and calls for urgent support.
Review: Noël Coward's 'Fallen Angels' at Menier Chocolate Factory
A century-old Noël Coward comedy about infidelity and female desire gets a straight-down-the-line revival at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. Amusing but no longer radical.
Myanmar conflict drives 18% rise in opium farming
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
Guardian Corrections: Lord Paul and Helsing Updates
The Guardian has published corrections regarding Lord Paul's committee role and the location of a Helsing defence facility. Discover the full details and how to submit editorial complaints.
Young NZ Farmers Struggle with Land Ownership
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
Durutti Column's Fragile Debut Gets Deluxe Reissue
Discover the surprising story behind The Durutti Column's debut album, a fragile 1980 classic that defied its era and continues to influence music today. Explore its troubled creation and lasting legacy.
Clarkson bans non-British cakes from his pub
Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.
Duralex smashes €5m funding target in under 6 hours
Beloved French glassmaker Duralex astonished everyone by raising €19m in 48 hours after a public appeal. The staff cooperative is now floating on a cloud with a tsunami of new orders.
California farms sprayed 15m lbs of PFAS on crops
Shocking study reveals California farms applied 15 million pounds of PFAS 'forever chemicals' to food crops between 2018-2023, posing serious health risks to consumers and farmworkers.
Treasury delays farming report until after Budget
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
Explosion near Buenos Aires airport injures 15
A huge explosion at an agrochemical factory near Buenos Aires sent a mushroom cloud into the sky, injuring at least 15 people and causing major flight disruptions. Follow for live updates.
Reeves abandons income tax hike in budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves drops planned income tax rise, breaking a key manifesto pledge. Meanwhile, China's factory output slows to its weakest in over a year. Stay informed on the latest economic shifts.
NSK factory closures put 400 UK jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its Peterlee factories, placing hundreds of jobs at risk. The union vows to fight the closure. Read the full story.
NSK Peterlee factory closure puts 350 jobs at risk
Japanese firm NSK plans to shut its County Durham factory, risking hundreds of jobs. The automotive bearings plant has become unprofitable. Read the full story.
Bird flu outbreak: UK government imposes new measures
The UK government has announced new national measures to contain a spike in bird flu cases. Here's what you need to know about the risk and the safety of poultry products.
Brazil's Green Desert: Farmers Reclaim Land
In Brazil's Bahia state, local communities are fighting back against vast eucalyptus plantations that have created ecological dead zones, threatening water supplies and traditional livelihoods.
UK livestock farms exposed in climate emissions scandal
Shocking investigation reveals hundreds of factory farms failing to report their climate impact, undermining Britain's net zero targets and environmental accountability.
Satisfactory PS5 Review: Factory Gaming Perfected
Discover why this factory-building phenomenon is captivating PlayStation gamers with its addictive gameplay loop and stunning visuals, proving even conveyor belts can be thrilling.
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.
UK Farming Crisis: Third of Farmers Made No Profit
Shocking new data reveals nearly a third of UK farmers operated at break-even or loss in the past year, threatening Britain's food security and rural economy.
JLR Drives UK Manufacturing to 17-Month Growth High
Britain's automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is driving a manufacturing surge, with new data revealing the sector's fastest growth in nearly 18 months. Discover how JLR's expansion is powering the UK's industrial recovery.
Remote Control Technology Transforms UK Farming Practices
Discover how cutting-edge remote control technology is reshaping traditional farming practices across the UK countryside, bringing unprecedented efficiency to modern agriculture.
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