Narendra Modi's government is replacing India's landmark rural employment guarantee, a vital safety net for millions. Experts warn this centralisation of power risks sparking major protests and political backlash.
India's landmark rural jobs guarantee, empowering millions of women, is being hollowed out. Experts warn this could trigger widespread rural discontent ahead of key elections. Read the full analysis.
A couple snowed in by 4ft drifts in Aberdeenshire hail a 'good Samaritan' farmer who cleared their drive in 20 minutes. Discover how the farming community is keeping rural roads open.
Labour partially retreats on farm inheritance tax but sparks fresh fury with a planned ban on trail hunting. Analysis suggests the party risks alienating its new rural voters.
More than 100 upgraded mobile masts are bringing 4G to remote UK communities, helping families stay connected this Christmas. Check if your area is covered.
Rural school districts across America face severe budget shortfalls after federal grants for mental health and enrichment were cut. Discover the impact on students and staff.
Rural New Zealand faces a deepening crisis as young people and families flee to cities, leaving towns struggling to survive. Discover the fight for the future of the heartland.
Catastrophic fire danger forecast for NSW, the first since 2023. Schools close and total fire bans are in place as the state faces its most severe bushfire risk in over two years.
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds faced rural leaders over inheritance tax fears and a feeling of being ignored. Discover the government's new rural taskforce and the growing divide.
Gwent Police and DEFRA join forces in major rural operation, recovering suspected stolen equipment worth thousands in coordinated farm inspections across Monmouthshire.
New research reveals how the rapid disappearance of local shops and services is pushing rural communities to the brink, with devastating consequences for elderly residents and local economies.
Northern Ireland and Wales face extended grey conditions while Northamptonshire enjoys rare sunshine as weather patterns create stark regional divides across the UK.
Exclusive investigation reveals how rural communities face collapsing infrastructure with NHS at breaking point and thousands on housing lists as 900 male migrants prepare for military base accommodation.
A Fox Weather broadcasting team experienced every journalist's nightmare when the very house they were reporting from was destroyed by Hurricane Melissa's fury during a live broadcast, capturing terrifying moments of the storm's devastating power.
The Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as heavy rain and potential flooding are forecast to drench large parts of the UK this Sunday. Stay informed about affected regions and safety advice.
Britain faces an unprecedented late-spring freeze as the Met Office warns of significant snowfalls and plummeting temperatures across multiple regions this week.
British families face mixed weather fortunes during October half-term break as Met Office forecasts dramatic temperature swings and regional variations from unseasonable warmth to heavy downpours.
Millions of Australians are preparing for severe weather chaos as massive storm systems threaten flooding rains in Sydney and destructive winds across Victoria and South Australia. Emergency services issue urgent warnings as the extreme conditions approac
Shocking images reveal the devastating aftermath of a rare tornado that struck Paris, tearing roofs from buildings and leaving streets littered with debris in its wake.
The Met Office reveals a week of overcast skies and drizzle as high pressure brings what forecasters call 'anticyclonic gloom' to much of the UK, with only brief sunny intervals.
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane face dramatic weather reversal as scorching temperatures trigger severe storm warnings across Australia's eastern seaboard.
The UK faces a prolonged period of dull, grey weather as high pressure brings widespread cloud cover and limited sunshine across most regions until next week.
Britain's relentless grey weather pattern is finally breaking as forecasters predict a dramatic turnaround with sunshine and rising temperatures arriving just in time for weekend activities.
New weather maps show a dramatic temperature plunge is coming to the UK, with parts of Scotland facing -10°C lows and widespread snow expected across northern regions within days.
A small American community faces healthcare devastation as its only hospital shuts down, leaving residents fearing for their lives and highlighting the growing crisis in rural medical services.
Exclusive investigation reveals how America's Essential Air Service programme is struggling to maintain vital air links to remote communities despite millions in taxpayer funding.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for powerful winds expected to batter Northern Ireland and Scotland's Western Isles, with potential travel disruption and power cuts.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings as Storm Aileen brings destructive 75mph winds and torrential rain across multiple UK regions, disrupting travel and raising flood concerns.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across parts of the UK, with potential flooding and transport disruption expected over the coming days.
The Met Office has issued urgent weather warnings as powerful winds up to 70mph and torrential rain are set to batter the UK, with experts warning of potential travel chaos and power cuts.