Wood burner pollution linked to deadly sleep condition
Groundbreaking UK research reveals disturbing link between air pollution from wood-burning stoves and a dangerous sleep condition that dramatically increases heart attack risk.
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Mother and daughter found dead in Brisbane Airbnb
A quiet Brisbane suburb is shaken as a mother and daughter are discovered deceased in an Airbnb rental property, with authorities treating the deaths as suspicious while the investigation continues.
London air pollution: 74K asthma cases cost NHS £300M yearly
Groundbreaking UCL research reveals London's air pollution causes 74,000 asthma cases and costs NHS £300 million yearly. Discover which boroughs face the greatest health threat.
Wood Burner Health Risks: The Hidden Danger in UK Homes
New research reveals wood-burning stoves are creating dangerous pollution levels inside UK homes, with devastating health consequences you need to know about.
Wood burners may damage lungs like smoking, study finds
New research shows wood-burning stoves may cause lung function decline comparable to smoking, raising serious health concerns for millions of British households.
Wood burning stoves health risk: New pollution warning
Exclusive research exposes how wood burning stoves are releasing dangerous particles into British homes, with potentially devastating health consequences for families.
US Wildfire Smoke Deaths Surge 25,000% Amid Climate Crisis
A new study reveals a sharp rise in US deaths from wildfire smoke pollution, directly linking the public health emergency to the worsening climate crisis.
Government blocks Sadiq Khan's ULEZ expansion plans
The UK Government has blocked London's Mayor from expanding the Ultra Low Emission Zone to outer boroughs, citing financial strain on families. The controversial decision sparks fresh debate on clean air vs. cost of living.
UK homes told to open windows daily in health alert
A stark new warning from the UK Health Security Agency advises all households to ventilate their homes for 10 minutes daily to combat a dangerous build-up of indoor air pollution from cooking, cleaning, and heating.
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.
Council's Wheelie Bin Washes Up 300 Miles Away on Beach
A wheelie bin from Cumberland, over 300 miles away, has made an astonishing journey to a Southend beach, prompting a council investigation into how domestic waste completed an epic coastal voyage.
UN Demands Clean Air Be Made a Fundamental Human Right
A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.
Thames 'Wet Wipe Island': London's Man-Made Monster
A monstrous man-made island, the size of two tennis courts, has been exposed in the River Thames. Built entirely from discarded wet wipes and sewage debris, it's a stark symbol of London's plastic pollution crisis and the failure of 'flushable' product la
Air Pollution Significantly Increases Dementia Risk, Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from King's College London establishes a direct link between exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from traffic and industrial pollution and a heightened risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Traffic pollution directly increases heart disease risk
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a shocking link between traffic pollution and increased risk of coronary heart disease. Discover how invisible particles are putting millions at risk and what you can do to protect yourself.
Olympians swim in raw sewage to protest Thames pollution
British Olympians protest Thames sewage pollution with a hazardous swim from Parliament to Tower Bridge, demanding government action on water company discharges.
Air Pollution Triggers Lewy Body Dementia, Study Confirms
New UK research establishes a direct causal link between fine particulate air pollution and the accelerated development of Lewy body dementia, a debilitating neurological disease, adding to the growing health crisis attributed to dirty air.
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.
Scotland's drug deaths worst in Europe for seventh year
New figures reveal Scotland's drug death rate is more than double that of 2016 and triple the UK average, with Nicola Sturgeon's government facing fierce criticism over a public health emergency.
45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste
A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.
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.
Hair Styling Products Triple Pollution Absorption, Study Finds
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers a disturbing truth: common hair styling practices may dramatically increase your scalp's absorption of toxic traffic pollution, posing a significant hidden health risk.
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.
Sewage Leaks Devastate Hawaii's Coral Reefs, Study Finds
A shocking new study uncovers how relentless sewage pollution from Hawaii's cesspools is poisoning and killing vital coral reefs, threatening marine life and the state's economy.
Girl's Death Certificate Makes UK Air Pollution History
The heartbreaking story of nine-year-old Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, who became the first person in the UK to have air pollution listed as a cause of death. Her mother's relentless fight for justice exposes a public health crisis and a legal landmark that cha
18,000 Radioactive Barrels Found Dumped in Atlantic Ocean
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.
World's Most Dangerous Countries for Selfies Revealed
A landmark study has identified the countries where the pursuit of the perfect selfie has turned deadly, with India leading a sobering global ranking of fatalities. Discover the treacherous locations and the tragic human cost behind the social media trend
England's Beach Crisis: Pollution and Crime Hotspots Revealed
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.
Air Purifier Health Warning: Toxic Risks Revealed
Groundbreaking UK research reveals popular air purifiers may emit dangerous toxins and carcinogens, potentially causing more harm than pollution itself. Experts urge immediate safety review.
Brother's plea after sister becomes UK's 1 millionth road death
In a heart-wrenching interview, Paul McNeill speaks out after his sister Jacqueline became the one millionth person to die on UK roads, demanding urgent government action on road safety to prevent further tragedies.
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