Gas prices soar 40%, threatening higher energy bills
Wholesale gas prices have jumped over 40% this month, creating a 'perfect storm' that could push up the energy price cap from April. Cold weather and low LNG imports are key factors.
Wholesale gas prices have jumped over 40% this month, creating a 'perfect storm' that could push up the energy price cap from April. Cold weather and low LNG imports are key factors.
Exclusive: Key figures from Trump's 2020 election challenge are in Bosnia seeking a major gas pipeline contract for a little-known US firm, aiming to reduce Russian influence.
US regulator rules Elon Musk's xAI acted illegally using methane gas turbines at its Tennessee data centres. A win for Memphis activists fighting pollution in overburdened communities.
Sky News correspondent Martha Kelner was overcome by tear gas as federal agents clashed with protesters in Minneapolis. Follow the latest on the escalating tensions.
Minneapolis protests erupt after ICE agents deploy tear gas on crowds containing children and shoot a man. City officials demand ICE leave immediately.
Scientists declare 2025 the third-hottest year ever, driven by human activity. The 1.5C Paris Agreement goal is now 'dead in the water', signalling urgent climate action is needed.
A new study reveals US carbon pollution grew faster than the economy last year, driven by data centres, crypto mining, and a cold winter. Discover the data and its implications for climate goals.
The Ministry of Justice faces a £100m+ bill for a closed prison due to radon gas. Critics urge the Duchy of Cornwall to cancel the lease. Read the full story.
A bride and groom were among eight people killed in a gas cylinder explosion in Islamabad just hours after their wedding reception. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
A Harrow landlord prosecuted for renting out an unsafe HMO with a gas leak and no alarms. He was fined £5,000 and ordered to pay £4,000 in costs. Read the full story.
A shocking report reveals the government spends £4m annually on an empty Devon prison closed due to radon gas. Read the full investigation into this 'needless waste'.
A 'catastrophic' MoJ lease for a radon-filled Dartmoor prison will cost over £100m. MPs slam the 'blind panic' deal. Read the full report on the costly failure.
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against two California cities, challenging local laws that restrict natural gas in new buildings. This marks the latest federal clash with the state's progressive climate policies.
Key roads in Harrow face closures for utility works in January. Scot Grove reopens but Buckland Rise shuts until March. See the full list and plan your journey.
Global oil markets have suffered their sharpest annual decline since 2020, with prices crashing nearly 20% in 2025. Analysts warn the slide could continue into 2026 as oversupply persists. Discover the impact on fuel prices and inflation.
Japan, the world's fifth-largest emitter, pivots its energy strategy towards nuclear power 'maximisation' alongside renewables, aiming for net zero by 2050. Explore Fukushima's renewable transformation.
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
A suspected gas leak caused a catastrophic explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home, killing two. Rescue teams search for missing persons amid significant structural collapse.
A suspected gas leak caused a catastrophic explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home, killing two and leaving others missing. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate.
A major explosion at the Silver Lake healthcare centre in Bristol Township has caused a partial building collapse, with reports of injuries and people trapped. Emergency services are on the scene.
London house prices are falling in half its boroughs, with prime areas like Kensington hit hardest. Discover the data and political drivers behind the capital's property divide.
Court documents reveal evidence against the alleged Bondi Junction attacker, while the government announces a historic domestic gas reservation policy. Get the latest updates.
Australia mandates major LNG exporters to reserve up to a quarter of gas for domestic use from 2027, aiming to lower soaring energy prices. Read the full details of this historic policy.
Households in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra face the steepest gas price hikes, while a new government scheme aims to tackle soaring energy costs. Discover the causes and future outlook.
French police fired tear gas at a group attempting to cross the English Channel overnight. The incident comes as over 40,000 people have made the journey in 2025. Read the latest on the migration crisis.
BP names Meg O'Neill as its new CEO, succeeding Murray Auchincloss. The 'hard-nosed' industry veteran faces the challenge of balancing energy transition with shareholder returns. Read the full story.
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female CEO, replacing Murray Auchincloss after less than two years. The move signals a renewed focus on oil and gas profits. Read the full story.
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female chief executive to accelerate a strategic pivot back to oil and gas. Discover the investor pressure driving this historic change.
UK drivers are being denied savings at the pump as petrol prices barely budge despite a significant fall in wholesale oil prices. Experts urge retailers to pass on the cuts.
Barbados PM Mia Mottley calls for a legally binding global agreement to cut methane emissions from oil & gas, warning climate tipping points are near. Urgent action can slow warming.