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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.

Acidic Oceans Eroding Shark Teeth, Study Reveals

New scientific research reveals a hidden crisis as rising CO2 levels are acidifying our oceans, causing significant damage to shark teeth and threatening their ability to hunt and feed effectively.

Giant Barrel Jellyfish Appear in UK Waters

Enormous barrel jellyfish, some measuring over a metre and weighing up to 40kg, are appearing in unprecedented numbers around the British coastline, creating both concern and fascination among marine experts.

Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Wash Ashore on Central Coast

Strange, spherical objects made of tar and plastic are mysteriously washing up on Central Coast beaches, prompting an urgent investigation by environmental authorities. Locals are urged to avoid contact.

UK Health Alert: Toxic Saharan Dust Cloud Blankets Britain

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.

Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Invade NSW Central Coast Beaches

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.

Dolphin Attacks on Swimmers Spike: UK Safety Warning

Marine experts issue urgent warnings as normally placid dolphins commit a series of vicious, unprovoked assaults on swimmers along British coastlines. The disturbing trend leaves scientists baffled and authorities urging caution.

UK Whale & Dolphin Strandings Surge 15-Fold

Exclusive report reveals a shocking 15-fold surge in whale, dolphin, and porpoise strandings across the UK since 1913. Scientists point to human activity, including naval sonar and fishing, as a primary cause, demanding urgent government action.

20% Surge in Whale Strandings on Scotland's Coast

Exclusive: Scotland's coastline faces an ecological emergency as recorded strandings of whales, dolphins, and porpoises surge by 20% in a single year. Experts point to climate change, underwater noise, and fishing gear as potential culprits in this distur

Wet wipes form artificial island in Thames

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.

Kerala's nurdle crisis: Tiny plastics, huge problem

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.

Vape waste crisis hits UK beaches

Beach clean volunteers report a sharp rise in disposable vapes littering UK coastlines, raising environmental and health concerns.

Beaked whales strand in Ireland, Orkney, Netherlands

A series of unexplained strandings of beaked whales across Western Ireland, Orkney, and the Netherlands has left marine biologists baffled. Experts investigate potential causes, including naval exercises and climate change.

Satin Sea’s shocking pollution crisis

A peaceful swim in the Satin Sea turns into a nightmare as pollution transforms the water into a hazardous soup. A stark reminder of our environmental crisis.

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