Arctic heat record redefines winter, Noaa reports
The Arctic experienced its hottest year in 125 years, with sea ice at a record low. Scientists warn of cascading global impacts from the rapidly warming 'world's refrigerator'.
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Heat at 30: Why Michael Mann's Crime Epic Endures
Three decades on, Michael Mann's 'Heat' starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro is celebrated as a tragic, action-packed masterpiece that redefined the crime thriller. Discover its enduring legacy.
Coroner's 15 adverse findings after Indigenous teen's death in custody
A West Australian coroner has delivered 15 adverse findings over the death of Indigenous teenager Cleveland Dodd in Unit 18, calling for its closure and a system-wide inquiry. Read the full report.
Three dead in Tenerife natural pool wave tragedy
Three tourists have died and one is missing after a huge wave swept them from a natural pool in Tenerife. Emergency services continue search efforts.
Goa nightclub fire kills 25 after gas cylinder blast
A devastating fire at a popular nightclub in Goa, India, has claimed 25 lives, including tourists. The blaze, caused by a gas cylinder explosion, trapped victims in a narrow exit. Read the latest updates.
Coroner warns landlord after baby's death in mouldy flat
A coroner has urged a property firm to act on damp and mould after an inquest into the death of six-month-old Abdullah Ali in Hackney. The family's flat had knee-high black mould.
US Heatwave Deaths Expose Climate Inequality
Investigative reporting from Arizona reveals how America's failure to count heat fatalities and dismantled climate policies leave vulnerable communities at risk. Read the full story.
US Vaccine Official's Claim of Child Deaths Alarms Experts
A top US vaccine official's memo alleging Covid jabs killed children, without providing evidence, has caused deep concern among public health experts. Read the full story.
Sydney faces extreme 40°C heatwave, warnings in place
Sydney is under an extreme heatwave warning with temperatures forecast to hit the 40s. Authorities urge residents to take precautions and stay cool. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
How UK Heat Zones Can Cut Bills & Carbon
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.
NBA Cup Quarter-Finals: Knicks Beat Bucks, Heat v Magic
New York Knicks eliminate defending champions Milwaukee Bucks to secure NBA Cup quarter-final spot. Miami Heat to face Orlando Magic in Eastern Conference showdown.
Covid Inquiry Questions UK Lockdown Strategy
Charles Amos argues the Covid inquiry overlooks freedom's importance in pandemic response. Explore the case against lockdowns and alternative approaches.
Two Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank
Video evidence shows two Palestinian men shot dead by Israeli forces in Jenin after appearing to surrender. Human rights groups condemn 'cold-blooded execution'.
London's Vision Zero road safety target at risk
New figures reveal minimal progress towards London's 2040 zero road deaths target, with just three fewer fatalities in 2024. Campaigners demand urgent action on speed limits and dangerous junctions.
Trump EPA Seeks to Abandon Deadly Soot Pollution Standards
The Trump administration is moving to abandon stringent soot pollution standards, a reversal experts warn could lead to thousands of premature deaths and undermine public health protections.
NHS directed pregnant women to controversial Free Birth Society
Exclusive: NHS websites directed women to a factsheet promoting the Free Birth Society, linked to baby deaths. Discover the full investigation into this shocking breach of trust.
COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Deaths From Lockdown Delay
The UK COVID inquiry exposes how delayed lockdowns cost 23,000 lives, with repeated failures leading to 65,000 second-wave deaths. Discover the damning findings.
Covid Report: 23,000 Deaths Could Have Been Prevented
A damning official report finds the UK's 'toxic and chaotic' pandemic response was 'too little, too late', failing to prevent thousands of deaths. Read the key findings.
London knife deaths lowest since Khan took office
Exclusive analysis reveals knife homicides in London have reached their lowest point since Sadiq Khan became Mayor. Discover the data behind this significant decline.
Cat-Inspired Tip to Stay Warm Working From Home
As the UK faces a severe cold snap, discover a simple, cat-like trick to stay warm while working from home without increasing your energy bills. Stay cosy and save money.
Trump policies may cause 1.3 million climate deaths
New analysis reveals Trump's anti-climate agenda could result in 1.3 million additional temperature-related deaths worldwide, disproportionately affecting poor nations.
British woman dies in Chile hiking tragedy
A British woman from Cornwall is among five hikers killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Read the full story of this devastating mountain tragedy.
NHS ignores coroners' advice on maternal deaths
Shocking study reveals coroners' life-saving advice for pregnant women is being ignored by hospitals. Urgent action needed to prevent tragic maternal deaths across the UK.
Heat pump homes ease grid strain, Birmingham study shows
New research reveals all-electric homes with heat pumps use significantly less energy than expected, reducing pressure on the UK grid. Discover how these findings support green housing.
Two more teen deaths in Barnet Council care prompt questions
Urgent questions raised over Barnet Council's child care failings after two more teenagers die. As a third death in 13 months is confirmed, discover if lessons were delayed.
Coroners' maternal death advice ignored, study finds
A King's College London study reveals that nearly two-thirds of coroners' reports to prevent maternal deaths in England and Wales are being ignored. Urgent action is needed to save lives.
British woman dies in Chile blizzard with four tourists
A British woman and four foreign tourists killed in Torres del Paine blizzard. Rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions in Patagonia tragedy. Read the full story.
£2,500 Heat Pump Grants Expanded for UK Homes
The government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme now includes £2,500 grants for air-to-air heat pumps and heat batteries, cutting installation costs for flats and small homes. Learn how to apply.
98 Palestinian prisoners died in Israeli custody since 2023
Human rights report reveals 98 Palestinian prisoners have died in Israeli detention since October 2023, alleging systematic abuse and medical neglect. Read the shocking findings.
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