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Ageing Nuclear Plant Sparks Major European Safety Fears

Urgent warnings have been issued about the deteriorating Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, with experts fearing a catastrophic meltdown that could devastate Europe. Safety systems are failing amid ongoing conflict, creating a potential disaster

Spain's Record Wildfires: 1,100 Dead, Area 2x London Scorched

Spain is reeling from its worst wildfire season on record, with apocalyptic blazes fuelled by a brutal two-week heatwave that has claimed over 1,100 lives. An area double the size of London has been incinerated, as the nation faces an unprecedented enviro

Butterfly Emergency: 43% Decline in England

A shocking new report from the UK government shows a catastrophic 43% decline in England's butterfly populations, with habitat loss and climate change pushing species to the brink.

UK fish and chip shops facing extinction

Traditional fish and chip shops across the UK are at risk of disappearing as rising energy bills and ingredient costs threaten to sink the iconic industry.

Gaza water crisis worsens amid heatwave

Amid a brutal heatwave, Palestinians in Gaza face severe water shortages, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Learn how the crisis is unfolding.

Iraq's Hawizeh Marshes Face Ecological Collapse

The iconic Hawizeh marshes in Iraq, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are drying up due to a combination of oil industry activities and prolonged drought, threatening biodiversity and local livelihoods.

Thames Water may face temporary nationalisation

The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under temporary state control as the debt-laden utility giant struggles to secure private investment. Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed warns of potential bill hikes for customers.

Albanese accuses Netanyahu of Gaza "denial"

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu of ignoring the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, escalating diplomatic tensions over the conflict.

HS2 project threatens ancient Staffordshire woodland

The HS2 high-speed rail project encounters fresh opposition as environmentalists protest the destruction of Whitmore Heath, a vital ancient woodland in Staffordshire, raising concerns over biodiversity loss.

Mekong megafish halved by overfishing and dams

A shocking study reveals that the Mekong River's giant fish species have declined by 50% due to overfishing, dam construction, and climate change. Experts warn of ecological collapse.

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