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Christmas Recycling Rules: Avoid £200 Fines
UK households risk hefty fines for incorrect festive waste disposal. Learn what you can and can't recycle this Christmas to avoid penalties and reduce environmental impact.
47m sweet tubs create UK Christmas plastic waste mountain
Brits will eat 47 million tubs of sweets this Christmas, creating a huge plastic waste problem. Greene King's Tub2Pub scheme offers a recycling solution. Find out how to dispose of yours correctly.
South Korea's 96.8% food waste recycling success
Seoul's high-tech RFID bins charge residents per gram of waste, slashing food waste by 23.9% in a decade. Discover the system changing kitchen habits globally.
Westminster Bridge in lockdown after suspicious package found
Westminster Bridge is in lockdown after police discovered a suspicious package. Bomb disposal experts are on the scene. Follow our live updates for the latest.
Westminster Bridge sealed off after suspicious package found
Westminster Bridge is in lockdown after police discovered a suspicious package. Bomb disposal experts are on the scene. Follow our live updates for the latest.
Zero-Waste Yoghurt Panna Cotta Recipe Fights Food Waste
Shocking UK yoghurt waste figures revealed. Discover Tom Hunt's delicious, gelatine-free panna cotta recipe that rescues yoghurt from the bin. A simple, sustainable dessert solution.
50 Million Sprouts Binned in UK Christmas Food Waste
A new study reveals UK households will bin over 50 million Brussels sprouts this Christmas due to over-buying. Discover the top wasted foods and tips for a more sustainable festive season.
Grease-mas Dinner: 50kg Fat Sculpture Warns of Blocked Drains
A grotesque 50kg fat sculpture exposes UK's festive drain-blocking habit, with 8.5 million litres of oil tipped away. Experts warn of £670m repair bills. Learn how to dispose of cooking fat responsibly.
Millions in landfill tax blocks illegal waste cleanups
The Environment Agency faces a multi-million pound landfill tax bill to clear illegal dumps, stalling action on sites like the 25,000-tonne mountain in Wigan. Read why communities are suffering.
Bomb disposal expert's near-fatal error underwater
Scottish cave diver and bomb disposal expert Andy Torbet reveals how complacency almost killed him in an underwater mine. Discover his terrifying approach to one of the world's most dangerous jobs.
Plumbers' urgent Christmas warning over turkey cooking fat
Plumbing experts warn against pouring turkey fat down the sink this Christmas to prevent blocked drains and expensive call-outs. Learn the proper disposal method to save money and hassle.
Vape disposal still causing daily fires six months after ban
Despite a UK ban on disposable vapes, incorrect disposal is sparking over 300 fires a year at waste facilities, endangering workers and services. Experts urge proper recycling.
8,000 illegal waste sites plague UK, dodging £1.63bn tax
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across the UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill tax and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
Genius trick to cut food waste and save £1000
Discover how a thrifty mum's zero-waste methods can slash your bills by £1000 and help the planet. Learn to shop smarter and reinvent leftovers today!
Polite litter accounts for almost half of UK rubbish
A new study reveals 'polite litter' – rubbish thoughtfully placed on hedges and ledges – accounts for 46.6% of UK littering. Discover the surprising environmental impact and what councils must do.
Ancient Rubbish Reveals Neolithic Recycling Habits
University of York archaeologists discover Neolithic communities kept waste close to home, suggesting recycling and emotional attachment. Could ancient habits solve modern waste crises?
Tips for a Climate-Smart Thanksgiving Meal
An estimated 320 million pounds of food is wasted at Thanksgiving. Discover expert tips for smarter cooking and creative leftovers to reduce your impact.
Arrest over illegal waste mountain near River Cherwell
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read about the Environment Agency's investigation and the urgent call to protect the local environment.
Arrest over huge illegal waste tip in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell. Read the latest on the investigation.
Boston Suburb Outraged by Fortnightly Trash Collection Plan
Medford residents revolt as city officials plan bi-weekly trash pickups to meet zero-waste goals. The controversial scheme aims to save $1 million annually but faces backlash over rodent fears and overflowing bins.
Massive illegal fly-tip threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150-metre mountain of waste dumped illegally in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, sparks an ecological disaster warning. The Environment Agency is pursuing criminals to cover clean-up costs. Report waste crime now.
Fly-tippers dump 150m waste mountain in Oxfordshire
Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre long mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating. Urgent action is needed to tackle this pollution crisis.
Illegal Waste Dump Pollutes Oxfordshire River
A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.
Tenant caught dumping trash after receipts expose her
A tenant who thought she could get away with littering in her apartment block was caught after residents found her name on discarded receipts. Read the full story of the petty revenge.
Global E-Waste Hits 62 Million Tonnes Annually
The world produces 62 million tonnes of e-waste yearly, set to hit 82 million by 2030. Discover how to securely recycle your old devices and combat this growing environmental threat.
Fly-tipping 'mountain' threatens Oxfordshire river
A 10-metre high illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, described as an 'environmental catastrophe', threatens the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.
150m illegal waste mountain threatens Oxfordshire river
A 150m-long illegal plastic waste dump created by organised crime is causing an environmental catastrophe in Oxfordshire, threatening the River Cherwell with toxic runoff. Urgent action demanded.
Bananas last 15 days with expert storage tips
Stop wasting bananas! UK experts reveal simple storage hacks to keep your bananas fresh and firm for up to 15 days. Learn how to wrap, hang, and chill them correctly.
India's toxic trash mountains claim lives daily
An investigative report reveals the dangerous lives of waste pickers working on India's towering landfill sites, where toxic conditions claim lives daily while providing livelihoods for thousands.
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