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Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis

An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.

NSW Fights Lead Mine Near School as Child Protection Fails

Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn

UN Demands Clean Air Be Made a Fundamental Human Right

A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

Greta Thunberg's Boat Targeted in Drone Arson Attack

The sailing boat used by climate campaigner Greta Thunberg for her transatlantic voyages has been severely damaged in a suspected arson attack in the UK, with reports pointing to a drone-delivered incendiary device. Police are investigating the politicall

Air Pollution Triggers Lewy Body Dementia, Study Confirms

New UK research establishes a direct causal link between fine particulate air pollution and the accelerated development of Lewy body dementia, a debilitating neurological disease, adding to the growing health crisis attributed to dirty air.

45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste

A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.

Noisy Roads & Flight Paths Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.

Global Ban On Vapes Urged By Health Experts

Leading medical experts are demanding an immediate international ban on disposable vapes, citing alarming new data that debunks their 'harmless' reputation and reveals a growing threat to public health, the environment, and youth.

Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.

Forestry Firm Slammed With Dozens of New Logging Charges

A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.

Chemical giants lobby MPs to block UK PFAS ban

Exclusive investigation reveals major chemical firms are aggressively lobbying MPs to derail proposed PFAS ban, putting corporate profits above public health and environmental safety.

Map reveals 1,300 US sites leaking toxic chemicals

A groundbreaking analysis reveals over 1,300 hazardous sites across the United States where toxic 'forever chemicals' are seeping into the ground, posing a severe contamination risk to water supplies and public health.

Mystery of Dozens of Human Ash Piles on Scottish Beach

A grim and perplexing discovery has been made on a secluded Scottish coastline, where over 50 separate piles of cremated human ashes have been found abandoned, sparking a major police investigation into this macabre environmental and ethical scandal.

Weather Change That Makes You Age Faster Discovered

Groundbreaking research from UK scientists reveals how specific weather phenomena trigger cellular ageing. Discover the environmental factors making you age faster and how to protect yourself.

Govt Pressure Mounts for UK Disposable Vape Ban

Ministers are under intense pressure to outlaw single-use e-cigarettes, with new data revealing a staggering 500% surge in youth vaping and a devastating environmental toll of 5 million devices discarded weekly.

Beyond the Doom: Finding Joy in Nature's Story

A powerful new perspective on environmental storytelling urges us to look beyond narratives of loss and despair, celebrating the wonder, resilience, and sheer absurdity of nature that still exists all around us.

Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Wash Ashore on Central Coast

Strange, spherical objects made of tar and plastic are mysteriously washing up on Central Coast beaches, prompting an urgent investigation by environmental authorities. Locals are urged to avoid contact.

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