Plans for the UK's biggest data centre in Northumberland face scrutiny over its colossal water needs, equivalent to a town of 50,000 people. Local campaigners warn of environmental strain.
New research reveals AI's 2025 carbon footprint matched New York City's, while its water consumption exceeded global bottled water demand. Are tech giants paying their fair share?
Mild winter weather triggers early birdsong from skylarks and thrushes in the UK. Is this a charming anomaly or a stark warning of the climate crisis? Discover the facts.
A new study reveals a dramatic 46% increase in heart attacks and a 218% rise in blood abnormalities after the Palisades and Eaton fires, matching the worst Covid years. Discover the alarming health impacts.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a glimmer of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme from 2027, marking a major post-Brexit reset. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for students.
Ousmane Dembele wins Best FIFA Men's Player award. Thomas Tuchel's votes for Harry Kane and Cole Palmer revealed. Full details from the glitzy ceremony in Qatar.
Delayed US jobs data shows a volatile labour market, with a four-year high unemployment rate of 4.6%. Federal Reserve Chair warns data should be viewed with a 'skeptical eye'. Read the full analysis.
Samuel and Catrina, two Londoners with differing political views, discuss immigration, social media, and 'woke' culture over a meal. Discover what they agreed on and the Stewart Lee sketch that united them.
New polling reveals UK evangelicals favour Labour, contrasting sharply with the US religious right's Trump support. Explore the complex role of faith in British politics.
Official data reveals London's Liverpool Street station is Britain's busiest for the third consecutive year, with 98 million entries and exits. Discover the full top 10 list and the impact of the Elizabeth line.
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
As AI expands, datacentres' massive water consumption raises urgent environmental questions. Explore the sustainability challenge facing the tech industry.
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Experts warn Australia's AI-driven data centre boom will strain water resources, with Sydney's needs alone exceeding Canberra's drinking supply. Read the full analysis of the environmental challenge.
A growing far-right movement in the US is blaming women's advancement for social ills and calling for the repeal of the 19th Amendment. Explore the alarming modern and retro sexism driving this push.
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.
The Trump administration has finalised a major rollback of US vehicle fuel efficiency rules, a move experts warn will increase emissions and consumer costs. Read the full analysis.
A federal trial in North Carolina reveals a push by conservative activists to eliminate same-day voter registration, a move critics say targets college students. Explore the details and potential impact.
Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.
Lachlan Murdoch admitted under oath that Fox News knew its 2020 election fraud claims were baseless. Read the full testimony and its implications for media accountability.
As the 2025 I'm A Celebrity final looms, the show is set to crown its 25th consecutive white winner, igniting a fierce debate about racism and unconscious bias in British reality TV voting.
A new podcast explores whether AI tools like ChatGPT are eroding human intelligence. Listen to the debate on the future of thinking and problem-solving.
Zillow has removed climate risk scores from US property listings after real estate agents complained it hurt sales. Experts warn buyers are now 'flying blind' to growing environmental threats.
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
An 18-year-old student's late-night dorm room project became Alabama's official voting map, beating professional cartographers in a landmark court decision that empowers citizen participation.
Natalie Wolf, 47, sentenced for child assault after making bizarre conspiracy claims in court. The victim's powerful statement reveals lasting trauma. Read the full story.
Discover why Zanzibar, with its bomb-shell beaches and 300 days of sun, is the ultimate budget-friendly paradise. Go now before over-tourism changes it forever.
Devastating floods and landslides across Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia have claimed over 350 lives as rescue operations continue. Learn how climate change is intensifying monsoon seasons.
New research reveals a 900% surge in Green party support among young British Jews, driven by progressive values and Middle East policies. Explore the shifting political landscape.