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Amber 'Danger to Life' Rain Warning for UK

An amber weather warning for heavy rain and potential flooding is in force across parts of Wales and England. Homes and businesses face disruption. Stay safe and avoid travel.

Pollution Crisis Hits English Bathing Waters

One in seven English bathing waters rated as polluted, with famous beaches like Scarborough South Bay and Bognor Regis not recommended for swimming. Discover the shocking truth behind England's water quality crisis.

New 12-hour ice warning issued for UK

The Met Office has issued a new 12-hour yellow weather warning for ice as a severe cold snap hits the UK. Drivers urged to take extreme caution on treacherous roads.

Air Pollution Clean-Up May Speed Global Warming

Groundbreaking research reveals a shocking climate contradiction - while some pollutants cool our planet, cleaning them up could accelerate temperature rise. Scientists warn of an environmental dilemma that demands immediate attention.

Water firms may charge twice for sewage fixes

Environmental campaigners take regulator Ofwat to court over controversial plans allowing water companies to bill customers twice for tackling sewage pollution crises.

Hanoi's canal pollution crisis exposed by scientists

Groundbreaking research reveals severe contamination in Hanoi's canal network, with pollution levels up to 40 times higher than national safety standards, posing significant health risks to millions.

Microplastics in water bottles may fuel cancer growth

Groundbreaking research reveals that microplastics leaching into water from both plastic AND glass containers can accelerate tumour development. Experts warn about the invisible health threat lurking in your daily hydration.

Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution

Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.

Sydney beach crisis: Among Australia's most polluted

New research reveals a beloved Sydney beach has been ranked among Australia's most polluted swimming locations, raising serious health concerns for swimmers and prompting urgent environmental action.

UK Storm Warning: 70mph Winds and Flood Risk

The Met Office has escalated weather alerts across southern England and Wales as a powerful storm system threatens 70mph winds and intense rainfall, sparking major travel disruption fears.

Delhi chokes under toxic smog after Diwali

The morning after Diwali celebrations, India's capital awoke to a thick layer of hazardous smog, with air quality plummeting to severe levels and visibility dramatically reduced across the city.

Forever Chemicals Found in Lancashire's River Wyre

Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous 'forever chemicals' have infiltrated Lancashire's water supply, with Environment Agency testing confirming PFAS contamination in the River Wyre, raising serious health concerns for local communities.

Plug-in hybrids emit 12x more CO₂ than claims

New research exposes how plug-in hybrid vehicles are producing dramatically higher pollution levels than advertised, raising serious questions about their environmental credentials.

Plug-in hybrids pollute nearly as much as petrol cars

Groundbreaking research exposes how plug-in hybrid vehicles are failing to deliver promised environmental benefits, emitting up to 89% more CO₂ than official tests suggest in real-world driving conditions.

Sewage spills surge 54% in England's rivers

Shocking new data reveals sewage discharges into England's rivers and seas have skyrocketed, with storm overflows operating for millions of hours despite drought conditions.

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