49 m. ago Courts pushing back on corporate carbon offsetting claims, LSE report finds

Scrutiny of how companies plan to meet climate commitments is growing, with many successful legal challengesJudges across the world are proving sceptical of companies’ attempts to offset their greenhouse gas emissions by buying carbon credits, a report has found.In an analysis of nearly 3,000 climate-related lawsuits filed around the world since 2015, the latest annual review of climate litigation by the London School of Economics found action against corporations in particular was “evolving”, with growing scrutiny of how companies plan to meet their stated climate commitments. Continue reading...

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80 m. ago Store owner on shoplifting hell of terrifying knife threats and thefts

A store owner says he fears for the safety of his staff as shoplifting reaches record levels in Scotland

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1 hour ago Toy and game prices rise at the fastest rate on record as Trump’s tariffs on China hit industry hard

Experts say the figures give a gloomy indication of what’s to come for the toy industry

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5 h. ago Thousands of millionaires to flee Britain in record numbers to escape Labour's tax raids

An unprecedented 16,500 wealthy Britons are predicted to leave this year amid a darkening economic outlook.

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7 h. ago Gout Gout breaks his own 200m national record in latest stunning run

17-year-old lays down time of 20.02s on senior European debutCam Myers, 18, and Peter Bol also shine on strong night for AustraliaThe records keep falling for Gout Gout after the 17-year-old sprint sensation announced himself on the senior international stage with a new Australian benchmark of 20.02s over 200m at the Ostrava Golden Spike meet in the Czech Republic.Gout remains on course to go sub-20s as he bettered his own national record in a field stacked with high-quality sprinters, chasing down and then roaring past Reynier Mena over the final 20m to cross the line 0.17s ahead of the Cuban, with Briton Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake third. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Scientists sound the alarm for Nullarbor’s fragile limestone caves and unique underground creatures

A massive renewable energy project threatens the treasures that lie beneath, including rare cave animals and a record of ancient life forms, experts warnAustralia news live: latest politics updatesSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereOn the Nullarbor plain, the world’s largest hydrogen export hub is being developed, a colossal renewable energy and industrial project comprising up to 3,000 wind turbines and 60m solar modules – which, at 70GW capacity, is larger than the national grid.Beneath it lies an internationally significant limestone cave system, a fragile home to globally unique creatures, and a time capsule of life since the Pliocene. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Alexander Isak to Liverpool twist with ‘record offer prepared’ and Newcastle concerned

Alexander Isak has emerged as a standout target for Liverpool as they aim to add a new striker to their squad and the Newcastle star’s future has taken a fresh turn which could offer the Reds hope

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8 h. ago Ben Stokes hits back at England critics: ‘Test matches are played over five days’

Hosts complete stunning run chase against IndiaCaptain questioned over toss after first day of TestBen Stokes describe himself as ­“simple-minded when it comes to cricket” but with England’s ­victory over India in the first Test here he ­demonstrated the extraordinary impact of his methods.Before his appointment in 2022 no England captain had guided the team to more than two successful fourth-innings run chases of more than 250 runs. The 373 they scored to win was Stokes’s sixth, a remarkable record he said owed everything to clarity, calmness, and “turning up every session with the attitude that we could blow this match apart”. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Heatwaves scorch millions across the East Coast with New York City and Boston seeing highs of over 100F

John F Kennedy International Airport recorded 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38C) at midday on Tuesday for the first time since 2013

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10 h. ago Tony Docherty breaks Dundee sack silence as he eyes quickfire dugout return

In an exclusive interview with Record Sport, Docherty insists he looks back on his time at Dens Park with pride

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11 h. ago Renowned chef closes Manchester restaurant with immediate effect in shock announcement

The restaurant opened six years ago thanks to a record-breaking £100,000 Crowdfunder

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14 h. ago Los Angeles FC vs Flamengo Club World Cup prediction, betting preview, odds and tips

LAFC will be keen to end their Club World Cup group stage campaign to end on a high note as they face a Flamengo side who are keen to maintain their 100% record in Group D

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14 h. ago Scotland cancer waiting times hit worst level on record as 'appalling' NHS figures published

SNP ministers are being warned of a cancer ‘ticking time bomb’ looming.

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15 h. ago WTM London 2025 Opens Registration with Promising Growth and Record

WTM London 2025 Opens Registration with Promising Growth and Record-Breaking Exhibitor Numbers for The Largest Travel and Tourism Event in History  Travel And Tour World

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17 h. ago SNP accused of 'ripping off' work of small Scots business for profit

SUNDAY MAIL EXCLUSIVE: The party has now withdrawn its product after being accused of copying the Edinburgh firm's design.

Economics

17 h. ago Cancer waiting times in Scotland at worst level on record as SNP NHS record attacked

Only 68.9 per cent of patients on an urgent referral for a suspicion of cancer started treatment within 62 days,

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17 h. ago Inside Alessia Russo's life away from football – from Love Island brother to record

England women's ace Alessia Russo might have been glued to her TV screen on Monday evening as her brother made an appearance on ITV reality show Love Islans

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17 h. ago Jury in crash inquest told they ‘may not record there was a police pursuit’

Muhammad Qasim, 29, died when he lost control of his car and hit a tree on Island Road in Birmingham in the early hours of October 2 2023.

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17 h. ago East Ayrshire has highest record of collisions caused by faulty tyres

Experts have warned that drivers face fines of up to £2,500 and three penalty points per tyre if found to be below legal standards.

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18 h. ago NSPCC reveals record level of calls concerning children exposed to domestic abuse

The charity said it is the highest total since their records began

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