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Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is working to ensure an orderly handover of power after nearly two years in office. Former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the clear frontrunner to take over, with the transition potentially complete by mid-July.
Countries are accelerating their shift away from fossil fuels as renewable energy reaches new milestones. The UK just hit a record for clean power generation, while nations from New Zealand to Vietnam are canceling gas projects in favor of green alternatives.
Record-breaking wind and solar power saved the UK from importing £1 billion worth of gas in March 2026. Clean energy is protecting households from high fossil fuel prices while accelerating the country's green transition.
Britain's solar panels just delivered their best month ever, while Portugal's second-largest city made all public transport completely free. From rooftops in the UK to buses in Porto, clean energy and sustainable cities are reshaping our world right now.
New research from UK universities shows that switching to electric buses works best when done route by route, not all at once. The breakthrough could help cities worldwide save money while cutting emissions.
Celia Hibbert made history by becoming the unanimous choice to lead Reform UK in Wolverhampton, marking a milestone for representation in British politics. The British-Nigerian councillor now serves as Leader of the Official Opposition on Wolverhampton City Council.
The United Kingdom has increased its clean electricity share more than any major economy since 2015, jumping nearly 20 percentage points. While some countries race ahead in the energy transition, new data reveals a widening gap between leaders and laggards.
Britain's £1 billion commitment to community energy projects marks a turning point, but researchers say success depends on supporting the volunteers who power the movement. A new study reveals the "quiet labor" behind local energy transitions matters as much as the money.
Britain just greenlit its largest solar farm ever, an 800-megawatt clean energy project that will power hundreds of thousands of homes by 2029. The Springwell Solar Farm marks a major leap forward in the UK's transition away from fossil fuels.
Apple and Google have agreed to major app store changes in the UK to promote fair competition after regulators found they had an "effective duopoly." The reforms will help 400,000 jobs and boost the UK's largest app economy in Europe.
South Metro Atlanta is getting the nation's first autonomous public transit network this December, offering free rides 24/7 on vehicles that combine the privacy of a car with the affordability of a bus. After ten years of development, Glydways is proving that cities don't need billions to build modern mass transit.
A heat wave across northwest Europe broke temperature records and pushed solar power to meet nearly half of the UK's electricity demand. The surge in clean energy sent power prices plunging, even into negative territory in France.
Two UK universities just joined forces to create the country's first "super-university" with over 50,000 students. The bold move offers a financial lifeline during tough times and a roadmap for struggling schools nationwide.
Ten UK mayors are gaining new authority to fast-track housing developments and overcome local planning bottlenecks. The move aims to help England build 1.5 million homes in five years while giving regions more control over their growth.
The UK Green Party won their first parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton, defeating Labour and Reform UK through grassroots organizing. Thousands of volunteers knocked on doors for weeks, proving that face-to-face conversations still matter more than TV ads in today's politics.
Tesla just delivered its 300,000th vehicle in the UK, a Model 3 handed to a Manchester customer, as electric car sales jump 44% in a single month. The milestone shows how quickly the UK is embracing cleaner transportation.
A new agreement between Nigeria and the UK guarantees that deported Nigerians will be treated with dignity and can legally return if they meet immigration requirements. The deal focuses on protecting rights while streamlining the return process for undocumented citizens.
The UK government just opened applications for fully funded master's degrees at top British universities, targeting emerging leaders ready to tackle global challenges. Applications run from August 4 to October 6, 2026.
For the first time ever, new electric cars in the UK cost less upfront than petrol vehicles, breaking down one of the biggest barriers to going green. The average EV now sells for £785 less than a traditional car, making clean transportation accessible to more families.
The UK government is studying ways to keep children safer online, including looking at Australia's groundbreaking social media age restrictions. Ministers want to learn what works best before making changes that could help millions of families.
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