Exclusive investigation uncovers a chilling Cold War legacy: 18,000 barrels of radioactive waste, including plutonium, deliberately dumped in the Atlantic by European governments, now threatening marine ecosystems and public health.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the alarming truth behind England's most crime-ridden and sewage-polluted beaches. Use our interactive tool to check your local spot before you visit.
Swimmers and beachgoers are being warned to stay out of the water at Benone Beach due to a significant sewage discharge incident. The public is advised to avoid the area for their own safety.
Millions of Britons are being warned to stay indoors and keep windows closed as a massive plume of Saharan dust and high pollution levels create dangerous air quality across the UK. Experts issue critical health advice for vulnerable groups.
Beachgoers on the NSW Central Coast are baffled by the sudden appearance of bizarre, tightly-packed 'debris balls' washing ashore. Authorities are investigating the unusual phenomenon and potential environmental impacts.
A major health alert has been issued across the UK as a dangerous cloud of Saharan dust and industrial pollution descends, creating the worst air quality event of the year. Experts warn vulnerable groups to take immediate precautions.
Tourists and locals are being warned to avoid the water at a top Welsh beach after a public health concern was identified. Cefn Sidan faces potential pollution issues.
The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber as a severe storm system threatens 'danger to life' from flying debris and coastal devastation across the UK. Travel chaos and major disruptions expected.
Cambridge locals and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey slam the Environment Agency for inaction on pollution, urging immediate reforms to protect communities and wildlife.
A grotesque 'island' of wet wipes has formed in the River Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, highlighting London's growing plastic pollution crisis. Experts warn of ecological disaster as the artificial mound disrupts river flow and harms wildlife.
London faces a high pollution alert as soaring temperatures trigger dangerous ozone levels, urging vulnerable residents to take precautions.
Tiny plastic pellets known as nurdles are inundating Kerala's shores, crippling local fisheries and sparking environmental outrage. Discover how this microplastic menace is bypassing regulations and what activists are demanding.
New research warns that long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the likelihood of developing dementia, with vulnerable groups most at risk.
A dangerous bloom of cyanobacteria has been detected in Lake Erie, prompting health alerts for residents in Michigan and Ohio. Authorities warn of potential risks to humans and wildlife.
Experts reveal that chemical pollution poses a threat on par with climate change, urging immediate global action to curb 'novel entities' before irreversible damage occurs.
New research uncovers the alarming levels of microplastics in household air, raising health concerns for families across the UK.
East Midlands Airport has been hit with a hefty £280,000 fine after failing to prevent pollution incidents. Discover the details behind the penalty and what it means for the airport's environmental commitments.
A new analysis reveals that a mere 0.5% of 90,000 oil spills were reported over five years, raising serious environmental and regulatory concerns.
New research reveals that tyre wear is a major contributor to microplastic pollution, with alarming impacts on the environment and human health. Discover the unseen threat on our roads.
Ku-ring-gai Council is under fire after reports of pollution violations. Residents and environmental groups demand accountability and urgent action.
As public outrage grows over sewage spills and water pollution, a new regulatory body promises to hold water companies accountable. But will it be enough to clean up Britain's rivers and coasts?
Labour accuses the government of allowing water companies to pollute England's rivers and seas while regulators turn a blind eye. Calls for urgent reforms grow louder.
New research reveals that metal bottle caps can release microplastics into beverages, raising concerns over contamination and health risks.
A new regulatory body is set to monitor water companies in England and Wales following widespread criticism over soaring bills and environmental damage.
The UK government and environmental regulators are probing Welsh Water over concerns about pollution and financial mismanagement, with potential implications for customers and investors.
Labour's Steve Reed accuses ministers of neglecting water pollution, as new data reveals alarming environmental oversight.
Water firms in England and Wales are under fire for repeated environmental breaches, with calls for stricter oversight and penalties.
Steve Reed, the new Environment Secretary, has instructed Ofwat to take stringent action against water companies failing to curb pollution, promising tougher penalties and accountability.
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed accuses Ofwat of negligence and calls for urgent reforms to protect consumers from rising bills and sewage pollution.
Discover how Labour’s ambitious strategy to hold water companies accountable for pollution is captured in Pete Songi’s striking cartoon.