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UK’s emissions dropped 5.4% last year, analysis shows
Greenhouse gas emissions have decreased by 52.7% since 1990 as the United Kingdom has transitioned from coal to gas and renewable energy. According to the most recent data from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (Desnz), "electricity demand continues to decline" in the United Kingdom due to the transition away from heavy industry and the development of more energy-efficient technologies.
Jeremy Hunt: UK must worry about Islamic State post-Moscow
Islamic State Khorasan (IS-K) has issued a statement claiming accountability for the concert hall massacre, which resulted in the deaths of over 130 individuals. In the wake of the terrorist attack in Moscow, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has cautioned that the United Kingdom should "absolutely" be concerned about the threat posed by Islamic State.
Botswana president criticizes UK’s ‘condescending’ trophy hunting ban
A bid by President Mokgweetsi Masisi to prohibit the importation of body parts from hunters that have slain endangered species moved one step closer to becoming law at Westminster. A proposed prohibition on trophy hunting imports into the United Kingdom, according to the president of Botswana, would be "condescending" and a "resurgence of a colonial conquest."
UK pledges more money to protect Muslims
The government announced that the United Kingdom will invest an additional 117 million pounds ($150 million) in the protection of Muslim communities. As the Muslim month of Ramadan commenced on Monday, additional funding was disclosed for the purpose of implementing security cameras, alarm systems, and fencing in community centers, mosques, and schools affiliated with the Muslim faith. The action is in response to an increase in hate crimes since the Gaza conflict began in October.
UK fertility rate hits record low, economy threatened
Since time immemorial, women have been bearing fewer offspring, according to data released by the government today. Based on data from the Office for National Statistics, the fertility rate in England and Wales declined to an average of 1.49 children in 2022. This figure, the lowest since records began in 1938, highlights the severity of the ongoing baby crisis, posing a severe threat to the economy.
UK EuroMillions winners thought they won £2.60 initially
UK EuroMillions winners thought they won £2.60 initially
UK sends tanks to NATO amid Russia fears
UK sends tanks to NATO amid Russia fears
The Met Office warns of 25cm of snow in the UK
The Met Office warns of 25cm of snow in the UK
UK says it stopped Houthi drone attack in Red Sea
UK says it stopped Houthi drone attack in Red Sea
Ecclestone’s £650m deal makes him UK’s second-highest taxpayer
Ecclestone's £650m deal makes him UK's second-highest taxpayer
UK car makers rebound, surpassing pre-Covid output
UK car makers rebound, surpassing pre-Covid output
Eight Houthi targets hit by US, UK over Red Sea maritime attacks
Eight Houthi targets hit by US, UK over Red Sea maritime attacks