Climate News
Unlocking Billions in Private Capital to Tackle Climate Change: A Global Imperative
byAs the world races against time to combat climate change, unlocking private capital has become a pivotal strategy to bridge the massive funding gap for clean energy and climate resilience projects. Governments, multilateral banks, and private investors are increasingly collaborating to mobilize billions of dollars in private finance, aiming to meet the Paris Agreement’s ambitious […]
UK’s Muddy Saltmarshes: Vital Natural Allies in Tackling Climate Change
byThe UK’s saltmarshes, often overlooked muddy coastal wetlands, play a crucial role in the fight against climate change by locking away vast amounts of carbon in their soils. Despite losing 85% of these habitats since the 19th century, saltmarshes remain powerful natural carbon sinks, capturing more carbon per hectare than many woodlands. Recent studies and […]
UK Wildfire Risk Soars in 2025 as Climate Change Drives Record-Breaking Fires
byThe United Kingdom is confronting an unprecedented wildfire crisis in 2025, with the area burned already exceeding any year in over a decade. Driven by climate change, unusually hot and dry weather has created ideal conditions for wildfires to spread rapidly, overwhelming fire and rescue services and raising alarm among experts and officials. As the […]
How the Weather Got ‘Stuck’ Over the UK, Creating an Unusually Dry and Warm Spring in 2025
bySpring 2025 has been marked by extraordinary weather across the UK, characterized by record-breaking dryness, warmth, and sunshine. Meteorologists attribute this unusual pattern to a persistent high-pressure system that effectively “got stuck” over the region, blocking typical Atlantic weather fronts and creating a prolonged spell of settled, dry conditions. This spring has become the driest […]
UK Launches Taskforce to Boost Investment in Emerging Markets and Tackle Climate Change
byLondon, 16 May 2025 – In a bid to address global climate challenges and harness the economic potential of emerging markets, the UK government, alongside financial leaders, has launched the Emerging Markets and Developing Economies (EMDE) Investor Taskforce. This initiative aims to unlock private investment to support sustainable growth and tackle climate change risks in […]
Features
EU and UK Reach Historic Political Agreement on Gibraltar Border and Sovereignty
byThe European Union and the United Kingdom have struck a landmark political agreement on Gibraltar, resolving one of the last major post-Brexit issues. This historic deal guarantees free circulation of people and goods across the Gibraltar-Spain border without physical barriers, preserves Gibraltar’s participation in key EU frameworks, and firmly protects British sovereignty. The agreement marks […]
UK Microgreens Market Flourishes: A Nutrient-Packed Revolution in Urban Farming and Healthy Living
byMicrogreens, once considered mere garnishes, have evolved into a powerful symbol of health, sustainability, and innovation in the UK’s food landscape. Valued at USD 226.8 million in 2023, the UK microgreens market is projected to more than double to USD 491.4 million by 2030, reflecting a growing consumer appetite for nutrient-dense, locally sourced foods. This […]
Genaro Rivas Named UK’s Rising Star in Circular Fashion by Visa’s ‘Recycle the Runway’ Initiative
byLondon-based Peruvian fashion designer Genaro Rivas has been named the overall winner of Visa’s ‘Recycle the Runway’ competition, an initiative championing the next generation of circular fashion talent in the UK. The accolade comes with a share of a £20,000 prize fund and ongoing mentorship from industry leaders, recognizing Rivas’s innovative approach to circularity, ethical […]
Unlocking Billions in Private Capital to Tackle Climate Change: A Global Imperative
byAs the world races against time to combat climate change, unlocking private capital has become a pivotal strategy to bridge the massive funding gap for clean energy and climate resilience projects. Governments, multilateral banks, and private investors are increasingly collaborating to mobilize billions of dollars in private finance, aiming to meet the Paris Agreement’s ambitious […]
Celebrities
Nick Mohammed Reveals Exclusive Insights on BBC’s Celebrity Traitors on The One Show
byNick Mohammed, acclaimed actor and comedian best known for his role in Ted Lasso, has unveiled exclusive details about the upcoming BBC One reality series Celebrity Traitors during his recent appearance on The One Show. Set to premiere in autumn 2025, the nine-part psychological competition promises a gripping mix of deception, strategy, and celebrity drama, filmed at the atmospheric […]
Dua Lipa and Public Figures Urge UK to End Arms Sales to Israel Amid Gaza Crisis
byThe escalating conflict in Gaza has prompted over 300 prominent UK public figures, including singer Dua Lipa, to publicly demand that the UK government immediately end all arms sales to Israel. This collective call to action highlights growing concerns over the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza, where thousands of civilians have lost their lives amid […]
BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 Liverpool: Star-Studded Music Festival
byBBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 returned with a bang to Liverpool’s iconic Sefton Park from May 23 to 25, delivering a three-day music extravaganza that drew over 100,000 fans. With a lineup boasting chart-toppers like Sam Fender, Mumford & Sons, and Tom Grennan, alongside emerging artists across four vibrant stages, the festival reaffirmed its […]
HK Remake of ‘Tape’ Gets UK Deal, Raindance 2025 Premiere
byA highly anticipated Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater’s acclaimed psychological drama Tape has secured UK distribution and is set to premiere at the 2025 Raindance Film Festival. Directed by Bizhan Tong, this Cantonese-language adaptation reimagines the original film’s intense narrative within a contemporary Hong Kong context, marking a significant cultural collaboration between East and West. A […]
Chris Brown Arrested in UK Over Alleged Bottle Attack on Music Producer
byR&B singer Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester, England, on May 15, 2025, in connection with a violent incident that allegedly took place two years ago at a London nightclub. The 36-year-old artist is accused of attacking music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, Central London, in February 2023. According […]
Top Model List
Broadsword Acquires Powerleague to Drive UK Multi-Sport Expansion with Focus on Padel and Football
Powerleague, the UK’s leading small-sided football operator, has been acquired by Broadsword Investment Management Ltd, a private equity firm specializing in real estate-backed growth opportunities. This strategic acquisition aims to accelerate Powerleague’s growth, expand its multi-sport offering with a major focus on padel, and invest in football infrastructure across the UK. The deal marks a […]
