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UN chief: Missing 1.5C target is moral failure

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivers impassioned warning at COP30 summit, declaring missing crucial climate threshold a catastrophic moral failure that betrays future generations.

Liberal Party rebellion over net zero emissions target

A growing coalition within Australia's Liberal Party is challenging the government's commitment to net zero emissions by 2050, threatening to derail climate policy and creating deep political divisions.

Brazil pushes to restore 1.5°C climate goal

In a dramatic climate policy reversal, Brazil's President Lula da Silva is pushing to restore the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C target at COP30 talks, marking a stark contrast to his predecessor's environmental record.

Reform UK deputy firm on climate scepticism

Reform UK's deputy chairperson Ben Habib faces internal criticism after reaffirming his controversial stance that climate change is 'not an existential threat', exposing deepening divisions within the party.

Ex-officer denies being racist after custody death

Ex-police constable Samantha Bux breaks her silence after being found guilty of gross misconduct over the death of 31-year-old Kevin Clarke, insisting she's 'not a racist' despite the disciplinary ruling.

Bayoh family slams police federation over custody death

The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation after it defended officers involved in the 2015 custody death, calling their position 'deeply offensive' ahead of a landmark public inquiry report.

COP30 Brazil: Climate Promise or Greenwashing?

As Brazil prepares to host the crucial COP30 climate conference, serious questions emerge about fossil fuel influence and Amazon deforestation commitments. Will this be a turning point or another missed opportunity?

Earth's Lungs Failing: Net Zero in Crisis

New satellite data reveals tropical forests are losing their ability to absorb carbon, threatening global climate targets and raising urgent questions about net zero commitments.

Net Zero Crisis: Is Britain's Climate Promise Dead?

As political pressures mount and costs soar, Sky News investigates whether the UK's net zero commitment is facing its greatest challenge yet. Discover the economic and political forces threatening to derail Britain's climate promises.

Brazil probes deadly Rio police raid

Brazilian authorities have launched a sweeping investigation into a controversial Rio de Janeiro police raid that left multiple dead, amid allegations of excessive force and human rights violations.

Netflix doc reveals White House climate inaction

A groundbreaking Netflix documentary reveals how US political inertia has hampered climate action, featuring candid interviews with key White House insiders and climate experts.

Liberal MPs fear city voter exodus over climate policy

Exclusive: Conservative MPs fear electoral wipeout in urban seats as internal polling shows voters deserting the party over its net zero stance. Party divisions deepen as moderates push for climate policy U-turn.

UN Chief's Dire Climate Warning: 'Gates to Hell'

In an urgent address, the UN Secretary-General delivers a stark climate crisis warning, demanding immediate global action to prevent catastrophic warming as emissions continue to rise.

National Party's net zero gamble: Wrong horse?

Exclusive analysis reveals how the National Party's climate strategy may be dangerously misaligned with economic reality and environmental urgency as net zero deadlines loom.

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