UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
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Plant shoots toxic liquid 1.5 metres at insects
The bursera plant defends itself by shooting a deadly chemical resin at insects. Discover how some beetles have learned to disarm this natural defence over millions of years.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Mum and two children die in Turkey hotel poisoning
A mother and her two young children have died from suspected poisoning at a Turkish hotel. The father remains in a critical condition as authorities investigate.
Three pupils hospitalised after chemistry incident
Three Oxfordshire students required hospital treatment after allegedly consuming copper sulphate in water bottles during science lesson. All have since returned home safely.
Oklahoma ammonia leak forces hundreds to evacuate
Hundreds evacuated after a hazardous anhydrous ammonia leak from a tanker truck in Oklahoma. Learn the dangers and the emergency response.
Ammonia gas leak in Oklahoma sickens dozens
A toxic ammonia gas leak from a tanker truck in Weatherford, Oklahoma, has hospitalised dozens and forced mass evacuations. Authorities are investigating the cause. Follow for live updates.
Mass Evacuation in Weatherford After Toxic Spill
A major chemical spill in Weatherford has led to a mass evacuation and multiple hospitalisations. Authorities warn the air is unsafe to breathe. Follow live updates.
Dry Cleaning Chemical Triples Liver Damage Risk
A common dry cleaning solvent, PCE, may triple the risk of severe liver scarring and cancer. Learn about the hidden health dangers and new US regulations.
Chemical incident at London military base hospitalises multiple
Emergency services rushed to a London military facility after a hazardous chemical exposure left multiple people requiring urgent hospital treatment. Full investigation underway.
Dry cleaning chemical linked to liver disease and cancer
Groundbreaking research reveals a chemical used in dry cleaning and industrial processes significantly increases the risk of liver disease, fibrosis, and cancer. Scientists warn this common substance poses serious health threats.
Common drugs eliminate cancer-causing forever chemicals
Groundbreaking research reveals two widely prescribed medications could effectively eliminate cancer-causing PFAS chemicals from the bloodstream, offering new hope in combating environmental toxins.
Ineos Antwerp Plant: Pollution Deaths Outweigh Jobs
New research reveals the Ineos plastics facility in Antwerp may cause hundreds of premature deaths while creating far fewer jobs than promised, sparking health and environmental concerns.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
UK bans toxic chemicals in gel manicures
British authorities are taking decisive action against dangerous PFAS chemicals found in popular gel nail products, as new research reveals serious health risks including cancer and fertility issues.
Britain's Richest Man Loses £6bn in Wealth
INEOS billionaire founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe suffers massive wealth decline as chemical market challenges impact his global empire, though he remains UK's wealthiest individual.
Gym instructor guilty of jihadi bomb and chemical plot
Exclusive: A London gym instructor turned 'Anglo-Jihadi' has been found guilty of plotting a devastating bomb and chemical attack on a British shopping centre in a chilling terror conspiracy.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Sunday Brunch halted as fumes force studio evacuation
Channel 4's popular cookery show Sunday Brunch faced dramatic interruptions as presenters Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer were forced to evacuate their studio due to dangerous chemical fumes from a cooking mishap, creating must-see television drama.
California officers hospitalised after chemical attack
Three police officers in California are fighting for recovery after being ambushed with a caustic chemical substance while attempting to detain a suspect, leaving them with severe respiratory and eye injuries.
London chemical attack: Child hospitalised, two arrested
A young child has been rushed to hospital after exposure to hazardous chemicals in London. Metropolitan Police have arrested a man and woman as urgent investigation continues.
Hazardous materials scare in Newham leads to arrests
Major emergency response in Newham as hazardous materials discovery leads to arrests and street closures. Latest updates on the ongoing investigation.
Illegal teeth whitening strips burn gums - UK warning
Exclusive investigation reveals how unregulated teeth whitening products containing dangerous chemicals are being sold illegally to unsuspecting consumers, causing severe gum damage and chemical burns.
Shell fined £176k for six-day flaring incident
Shell's Stanlow plant faces substantial penalty after continuous flaring created deafening noise and black smoke plumes, sparking hundreds of resident complaints and environmental concerns.
Child dies in Newham hazardous material incident
A major emergency response unfolded in East London as a child tragically died following exposure to hazardous materials, with multiple people hospitalized and ongoing decontamination efforts.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.
EU bans 'forever chemicals' in children's toys
Shocking new EU legislation prohibits PFAS chemicals in children's toys and childcare items, protecting young ones from harmful substances linked to serious health risks.
Toxic Chemicals Found in Children's Toys - Urgent Warning
New research reveals alarming levels of harmful chemicals in common children's toys, with experts calling for immediate regulatory action to protect young children from potential health risks.
Toxic Toy Warning: Dangerous Chemicals Found in Children's Playthings
Shocking new research reveals dangerous levels of toxic chemicals in common children's toys, with experts calling for immediate action to protect young children from serious health risks.
Secret Novichok lab targeted in cyber attack
Exclusive: Sensitive details about Britain's covert chemical weapons research facility linked to the Salisbury Novichok investigation feared stolen by sophisticated hackers in major security breach.
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