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
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.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Manchester links long-term air pollution exposure to a significant increase in heart failure cases across Britain, urging immediate government action.
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.
British Olympians protest Thames sewage pollution with a hazardous swim from Parliament to Tower Bridge, demanding government action on water company discharges.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals microplastics can travel to the brain within weeks, potentially triggering early-onset dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Scientists issue an urgent health warning.
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.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.
San Francisco's parks and public spaces are under siege by an unlikely foe: a massive population of Canada geese. The city is grappling with a severe pollution and public health problem caused by an estimated 50 pounds of daily goose droppings, prompting
Leading medical experts are demanding an immediate international ban on disposable vapes, citing alarming new data that debunks their 'harmless' reputation and reveals a growing threat to public health, the environment, and youth.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking research from the US uncovers a disturbing link between river proximity and dramatically lower life expectancy, raising urgent questions for UK public health and urban planning.
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
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A major new scientific analysis uncovers that wildfire smoke is significantly more toxic to human cells than air pollution from other sources, raising urgent questions about public health policies as climate change fuels fiercer blazes.
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 groundbreaking study by Carnegie Mellon University exposes dangerously high levels of toxic air pollutants in Pittsburgh, raising urgent public health concerns.
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.
Lagos, Nigeria's bustling megacity, faces an escalating environmental disaster as styrofoam waste clogs waterways and landfills. Experts call for urgent action to avert long-term ecological damage.
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.