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UN Plastics Treaty in Crisis as Chair Steps Down

The global fight against plastic pollution faces major setback as UN treaty negotiations descend into chaos, prompting the resignation of chair Luis Vayas Valdivieso and putting crucial environmental agreement in jeopardy.

Hudson River radioactive contamination shock

Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.

Zero-Waste Blackberry Chocolate Cake Recipe

Discover how to create a stunning zero-waste chocolate cake using foraged blackberries. This innovative recipe turns seasonal abundance into an unforgettable dessert while reducing food waste.

Zero-Waste Fennel Frond Pesto Recipe

Discover a simple, delicious recipe to turn often-discarded fennel tops into a flavourful pesto, championing sustainable cooking and reducing food waste in your kitchen.

UK Town Buried Under 15,000 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste

A quiet UK town has been declared the nation's fly-tipping capital after being inundated with a staggering 15,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, including hazardous materials, creating a national scandal.

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.

Heathrow Hazard Alert: 20 Injured, Man Arrested

A major security incident unfolded at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 after a man was arrested on suspicion of carrying hazardous materials. Twenty people required medical treatment as specialist hazmat teams descended on the scene.

320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang

A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco

Heathrow Terminal Evacuated Over Hazardous Materials Scare

Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 was evacuated following the discovery of hazardous materials, causing significant flight delays and cancellations. Emergency services rushed to the scene as passengers were cleared from the area.

COVID Masks Leach Toxins in UK Environment

New UK research reveals disposable face masks from the COVID-19 pandemic are leaching dangerous chemicals and microplastics into soil and waterways, creating a silent environmental crisis that could persist for decades.

Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish

A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.

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.

South Australia bans fish-shaped soy sauce packets

In a landmark move against single-use plastics, South Australia has become the first jurisdiction globally to outlaw the iconic fish-shaped soy sauce packets. The ban targets a major source of plastic pollution, signalling a new front in the war on waste.

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