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.
Thames Water has struck a crucial deal with regulators to pay a £75m fine for sewage spills and illegal dividends through a multi-year payment plan, averting immediate financial crisis but facing intense scrutiny over its environmental record and financia
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.
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.
The body of a five-year-old boy has been recovered from the River Thames in London, bringing a heartbreaking end to the search for the fun-loving child who was reported missing from a family party.
Labour's Steve Reed demands action from the Environment Agency and Natural England over Thames Water's environmental failures, warning of severe risks to ecosystems and public health.
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.
A major Chinese company is reportedly leading the race to buy Thames Water, the UK's largest water supplier, as it faces mounting debt and regulatory scrutiny.
Thames Water, Britain's largest water supplier, has been sold to a consortium linked to the Chinese government, while the UK steps in to manage its staggering £16.8bn debt crisis.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper criticises the government for failing asylum seekers in Thames Valley and West Yorkshire, citing dire living conditions and mismanagement.
Discover how London's ambitious Tideway project is turning the city's 'super sewer' into breathtaking riverside parks and walkways, blending engineering with visionary architecture.
Two thrill-seekers could be jailed after a dangerous high-speed jet ski chase along the River Thames, prompting a police crackdown on reckless waterway antics.
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.
Specialist advisers have been appointed to oversee contingency plans for Thames Water's potential collapse, as the UK's largest water supplier faces financial turmoil.
The UK government is preparing contingency plans as Thames Water, the country's largest water supplier, faces severe financial instability. Ministers and regulators are on high alert to prevent a collapse that could impact millions of customers.
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.
Employees of Thames Water reveal dire working conditions and health hazards in London's ageing sewer network, sparking calls for urgent reforms.
A massive clean-up operation has removed a grotesque 'wet wipe island' from the River Thames, exposing London's growing sewage pollution crisis. Discover how this environmental eyesore formed – and what's being done to stop it.
New research warns that long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the likelihood of developing dementia, with vulnerable groups most at risk.
Severe flooding hits Berkshire as the River Thames overflows, causing widespread disruption. Authorities issue warnings as more rain is forecast.
Dramatic CCTV footage shows a masked burglar breaking into a home in Beaconsfield, Berkshire, in broad daylight. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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.
A fourth body has been discovered in the River Thames as authorities investigate a string of unexplained deaths in London. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Labour MPs demand action as Thames Water executives receive hefty bonuses despite company's financial turmoil and service failures.
A 19th-century church in Bicester has been closed indefinitely after structural issues raised serious safety concerns. Authorities are assessing the damage.
New research uncovers the alarming levels of microplastics in household air, raising health concerns for families across the UK.
Two government vehicles were stolen from RAF Brize Norton in a daring overnight theft, raising serious security concerns at one of the UK's most critical military bases.
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.