February 13, 2026

Tony Blair Institute Blames Ed Miliband’s Green Policies for Rising UK Energy Prices

Tony Blair’s thinktank has criticised Ed Miliband and the UK government’s green policies for pushing energy prices up. The report urges dropping some decarbonisation targets, warning of economic and geopolitical shifts. The government defends its clean energy mission as the route to energy security and lower bills.

February 13, 2026

Tony Blair Institute urges more North Sea oil, delays UK clean energy goals; experts hit back

The Tony Blair Institute calls for expanding North Sea oil and gas despite climate concerns. It opposes the UK’s 2030 decarbonisation targets, favoring fossil fuels to power AI centers. Experts criticize the report for ignoring cheaper renewable energy and calls to scrap windfall tax on energy giants amid soaring profits.

February 13, 2026

Food Firms Tell EU: Don’t Ban 'Sausage' and 'Burger' for Veggie Products

More than a dozen food companies, including Quorn, warn the EU against banning terms like 'sausage' and 'burger' for plant-based foods. They say the ban will confuse shoppers and harm innovation. The decision awaits a vote on March 5.

February 13, 2026

Aberdeen Sees Sunshine After 21 Days of Clouds, Ending Longest Sunless Spell Since 1957

After 21 days without sun, Aberdeen finally glimpsed sunshine on Thursday, marking a record sunless streak's end. Heavy rain and snow continue across Scotland with cold Arctic air on the way.

February 13, 2026

Hong Kong Eyes Silver Economy as Golden Chance for Growth and Innovation

Hong Kong plans to turn its ageing population into a major growth driver by boosting longevity finance and health tech. The city aims to become a global hub for ageing-friendly investments and innovations, blending East-West healthcare and urban redesign.