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Labor rushes environmental laws after climate trigger axed
Australia's Labor government is fast-tracking landmark environmental reforms after securing crossbench support, despite controversy over dropping the climate trigger from new legislation.
Women's Dementia Risk: Scientists Discover Biological Cause
Groundbreaking research from Stanford University has identified the biological reason women face higher dementia risk. The X chromosome connection explained.
Dense Breast Tissue: Hidden Cancer Risk Revealed
New research reveals women with dense breast tissue face significantly higher cancer risks and poorer detection rates. Learn about this crucial health factor and what it means for your screening.
Council fined £15k for pressure washing pollution breach
Central Coast Council faces substantial penalty after pressure washing incident sends contaminated water into stormwater system, sparking environmental concerns and calls for better practices.
NSW housing law overhaul risks coalmine approvals surge
Exclusive: Environmental groups demand transparency as controversial planning reforms in New South Wales could fast-track new coal projects under streamlined housing legislation.
9 Daily Habits That Increase Deadly Stroke Risk
New research reveals how common daily routines from poor sleep to processed food consumption are dramatically increasing stroke risk across the UK. Discover the lifestyle changes that could save your life.
Sally Seymour: Environmental policy pioneer dies at 62
Remembering Sally Seymour, the visionary government official whose relentless drive reshaped Britain's approach to climate change and environmental protection during her remarkable 35-year career.
Breakthrough: Why men get more bladder cancer
Groundbreaking research reveals biological mechanism behind men's higher bladder cancer risk, potentially transforming diagnosis and treatment approaches for the disease.
River Wye faces legal action over pollution crisis
Environmental campaigners launch legal action against government agencies over failure to protect River Wye from agricultural pollution and ecological decline.
Legal fight launched to save polluted River Wye
Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.
Motor Neurone Disease: Key Risk Factors Revealed
Groundbreaking research reveals the complex interplay of genetic susceptibility, environmental triggers, and lifestyle factors that contribute to motor neurone disease risk, as rugby legend Lewis Moody shares his diagnosis journey.
Patagonia's Amazing Transformation: Desert to Wetlands
In an extraordinary environmental success story, Argentina's Patagonian steppe has been miraculously restored to vibrant wetlands, reversing decades of desertification through innovative conservation efforts.
Restless Legs Linked to Parkinson's Risk
New research reveals adults with restless leg syndrome face significantly higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease. Experts warn this common condition may be early warning sign.
Albanese's environmental laws branded 'unforgivable failure'
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's environmental reforms face blistering criticism from Greens Senator Larissa Waters, who brands new legislation a catastrophic betrayal of election promises and environmental protection.
Heart Attack Warning: 4 Silent Signs You're at Risk
Exclusive: As heart attack and stroke cases surge among people in their 50s, a leading cardiologist shares the crucial warning signs most people miss. Discover how to protect your heart health today.
UK's environmental justice under threat from convention exit
Environmental campaigners face a critical threat as the UK government considers abandoning the Aarhus Convention, a landmark agreement that guarantees public access to environmental justice and government accountability.
Australia's environmental laws fail as Woodside project approved
Australia's environmental protection framework faces unprecedented scrutiny after the controversial Woodside gas project receives approval, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of current legislation.
Trump admin's autism report sparks scientific fury
The Trump administration has released a divisive report suggesting environmental factors are the primary cause of autism, drawing immediate condemnation from leading researchers and autism advocacy groups who warn it could dangerously misdirect public hea
Tylenol-Autism Link Confirmed: £1.5BN Compensation Ordered
Groundbreaking US court ruling forces Tylenol manufacturers to pay £1.5 billion in compensation after scientific evidence confirms prenatal painkiller use increases autism risk by 20%.
Government Scraps Key Environmental Targets in Policy U-Turn
Exclusive: Defra quietly abandons pledge to publish 'environmental improvement plan' for England, raising fears of deregulation and weakened protections post-Brexit.
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.
Teen Pregnancy Falls But Inequality Grows, Oxford Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford shows a dramatic decline in teen pregnancies across the UK. However, the study exposes a troubling reality: girls from the most deprived backgrounds remain disproportionately at risk, highlighting a de
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.
Govt Ignored Road Runoff Law for 25 Years, Poisoning Rivers
A parliamentary committee hears that toxic chemicals from England's roads are poisoning rivers unchecked, with the government accused of a 'shocking dereliction of duty' for failing to implement a 25-year-old law.
California's Kelp Forests Stage Remarkable Comeback
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
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.
UK Farm Pollution Crisis: Rivers Devastated by Intensive Farming
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive pig and poultry farming has become the dominant source of pollution in Britain's countryside, devastating river ecosystems and overwhelming sewage systems.
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.
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