Plastic pollution treaty talks stall before deadline
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
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Microplastics found in tea and coffee - health risk?
New research highlights the hidden danger of microplastics in tea bags and coffee, raising health concerns for millions of daily drinkers.
Lagos battles growing styrofoam environmental crisis
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.
London heatwave sparks pollution health alert
London faces heightened pollution levels amid an ongoing heatwave, triggering health alerts and urging vulnerable residents to take precautions.
London pollution alert as heatwave spikes ozone levels
London faces a high pollution alert as soaring temperatures trigger dangerous ozone levels, urging vulnerable residents to take precautions.
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.
Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' Threaten Global Health
A shocking study reveals over 100 million hazardous PFAS chemicals contaminating our environment, with severe health risks including cancer and infertility. Experts demand urgent global action.
Thames 'Wet Wipe Island' clean-up shocks London
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.
Noise cameras target loud cars with £100 fines
High-tech roadside cameras are being rolled out across the UK to catch drivers with excessively loud vehicles, with fines of up to £100. The crackdown aims to reduce noise pollution in urban areas.
Air purifiers may slash heart attack risk, study finds
A groundbreaking study suggests that using an air purifier at home could significantly lower the risk of heart attacks by reducing harmful pollutants. Discover how clean air might protect your heart health.
Premium teas contain highest microplastic levels
New research exposes alarming levels of microplastics in popular tea brands, with luxury labels showing the worst contamination. Experts warn of potential health risks.
Italy opens groundbreaking plastic pollution museum
Italy has launched a unique museum dedicated to plastic pollution, showcasing faded relics from beaches and oceans to highlight the urgent environmental crisis.
Radioactive leak at Scottish bomb base sparks alarm
Confidential documents reveal a significant leak of radioactive water from a military bomb base in Scotland, raising serious environmental and health concerns.
Art’otel London Hoxton: A Stylish East London Stay
Discover Art’otel London Hoxton, where contemporary art meets boutique luxury in one of the capital’s trendiest neighbourhoods. Our review explores its vibrant design, top-tier amenities, and prime location.
Rotting cows blight Spanish beaches
Shocking scenes as decomposing livestock blight popular holiday beaches in Spain, raising concerns over pollution and public health risks.
Fossil fuel lobbyists swarm plastics treaty talks
As global negotiators gather in Geneva to tackle the plastic pollution crisis, a surge in fossil fuel lobbyists raises concerns over industry influence on the treaty's outcome.
England's waters 5x more polluted than EU
New research shows England's bathing waters are significantly more contaminated than those in the EU, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
Air filters reveal UK wildlife secrets
Groundbreaking research using air pollution filters uncovers hidden wildlife DNA across the UK, revolutionising conservation efforts.
200+ lobbyists at UN plastic talks hinder progress
Environmental campaigners raise concerns as more than 200 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists attend UN plastic treaty negotiations, potentially undermining efforts to tackle plastic pollution.
London's Smallest Hotel: A Unique Stay Experience
A first-hand account of staying in London's smallest hotel, offering a unique and cosy experience in the heart of the city.
EPA faces backlash over Ohio pollution crisis
The US Environmental Protection Agency is under fire for its handling of a pollution crisis in Ohio, sparking outrage among local communities and lawmakers.
Air pollution may dramatically increase dementia risk
New research warns that long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the likelihood of developing dementia, with vulnerable groups most at risk.
Toxic algae bloom hits Lake Erie, health warnings issued
A dangerous bloom of cyanobacteria has been detected in Lake Erie, prompting health alerts for residents in Michigan and Ohio. Authorities warn of potential risks to humans and wildlife.
Chemical pollution now as dangerous as climate change
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.
Vape waste crisis hits UK beaches
Beach clean volunteers report a sharp rise in disposable vapes littering UK coastlines, raising environmental and health concerns.
Wisconsin bear rescued after head stuck in jar for 36 hours
A young black bear in Wisconsin was rescued after being trapped with its head stuck in a plastic jar for over a day. Wildlife officials and locals worked together to free the distressed animal.
Ofwat criticised over water pollution failures
Water regulator Ofwat faces criticism as government advisers accuse it of failing to curb pollution, sparking a heated debate over environmental protections.
Global action needed now on plastic pollution crisis
The world is drowning in plastic waste, and urgent international cooperation is needed to tackle this environmental disaster. Here's why we must act now.
Ofwat criticised for environmental regulation failures
Ofwat, the UK's water regulator, is under fire for failing to hold water companies accountable for environmental damage. Critics demand urgent reforms to protect England's waterways.
Water boss paid £1.3m despite pollution failures
The CEO of Yorkshire Water received a staggering £1.3m payout despite the company's failure to meet sewage pollution targets, sparking fury among customers and environmental groups.
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