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Australia's renewable energy sector is experiencing significant growth, with investments in solar and wind power increasing substantially. The country's battery storage capacity is also expanding rapidly. This growth is driven by government policies and declining technology costs. However, experts warn…

BHP, the world's largest mining company, has reportedly slowed its decarbonisation efforts, contrary to its public commitments. Leaked documents obtained by The Guardian reveal the company has put the brakes on plans to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. This move…

US President Donald Trump's proposed Middle East peace deal has sparked concern in Israel, with many fearing it may pave the way for Iran to develop a nuclear bomb. The deal's outline has been met with alarm, particularly given Israel's…

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urging ministers to prioritize British companies in four key industries: shipbuilding, steel, energy, and artificial intelligence. This push for "buy British" procurement aims to support domestic businesses while also considering cost. The move is part of…

Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP), has been found to have used embezzled funds to purchase luxury items. The stolen amount totals £400,310. Murrell spent portions of this money on high-end watches, jewellery, and…

Texas officers have rescued an infant from a car trapped in floodwaters. The dramatic rescue was captured on video, showing officers and firefighters surrounding a white car partially submerged in fast-moving water. The incident occurred during severe flooding in the…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the spread of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is outpacing response efforts. Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus urged neighbouring countries to take immediate action to prevent the virus from…

Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP) and ex-husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,000 from the party. Murrell admitted to using the funds to support his lavish lifestyle. The offence took…

The solutions to today's chess puzzles have been released, providing clarity for those who attempted to solve them. These puzzles, featured in our Science section, presented unique and quirky challenges for chess enthusiasts. The puzzles required creative thinking and problem-solving…

Nigel Farage's claim that a Guardian report on a £5m gift was based on Russian hacking has been dismissed by Ciaran Martin, former chief of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre. Martin stated that Farage's allegation is "without any merit"…

Reform UK's rising popularity can be attributed to growing public insecurity, as noted by readers responding to Sacha Hilhorst's article. Nick Moss, Derrick Joad, and John Wilkinson have written to express their views on the matter. Their letters highlight the…

The education system has been criticized for prioritizing exam results over practical skills. David Selby argues that schools are failing to prepare young people for the workforce. He believes the focus on passing exams is too narrow and neglects essential…

Math educators often find ways to simplify complex calculations for students. One technique for mastering the nine times table involves using the fingers of one hand. By folding down a finger to represent the multiplier, the remaining fingers to the…