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Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers

Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.

Charli XCX Slams Converse Over 'Poor Quality' Shoes

Pop sensation Charli XCX has publicly called out Converse, accusing the iconic brand of selling her 'poor quality' shoes that fell apart. The viral social media rant has ignited a fierce debate among fans and consumers about brand accountability and quali

Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike

Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen

Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms

Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern

UK Boil Water Alert Over Parasite Fears

Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

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.

Huge Sale On Leak-Proof Water Bottles

Beat the heat and save big! Huge discounts on premium, eco-friendly water bottles from Chilly's, Ocean Bottle, and more. Limited time offer for savvy shoppers.

Govt plans emergency Thames Water takeover amid debt crisis

Exclusive: Ministers and regulators prepare contingency plan for Thames Water's potential collapse as Britain's largest water supplier struggles under massive debt burden, raising concerns about bills and service delivery.

UK's Dirtiest Beaches Revealed for 2024

Exclusive data from the Environment Agency exposes the UK beaches failing water quality tests. Discover if your favourite seaside destination is on the alarming list of polluted bathing spots.

England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth

Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.

England's growing water crisis explained

England faces an unprecedented water shortage, with experts warning of dire consequences. Discover the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to this growing crisis.

Gaza water crisis worsens amid heatwave

Amid a brutal heatwave, Palestinians in Gaza face severe water shortages, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Learn how the crisis is unfolding.

UK's largest indoor water park set to open

A brand-new £200 million water park, the largest indoor attraction of its kind in the UK, is set to open soon, promising year-round tropical escapes with thrilling slides, lazy rivers, and luxury spa zones.

Thames Water may face temporary nationalisation

The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under temporary state control as the debt-laden utility giant struggles to secure private investment. Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed warns of potential bill hikes for customers.

UK faces water shortages in five regions by 2030

Experts warn that parts of the UK could face severe water shortages within the next decade due to climate change and outdated infrastructure. Find out which regions are most at risk and what can be done to prevent a crisis.

England's waters 5x more polluted than EU

New research shows England's bathing waters are significantly more contaminated than those in the EU, raising serious health and environmental concerns.

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