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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.

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.

100% of UK homes contaminated with pesticides

Groundbreaking research exposes how pesticide exposure is unavoidable in modern life, with every participant in a UK study testing positive for multiple agricultural chemicals.

Texas Chemical Crisis: EPA Fails Vulnerable Communities

Exclusive investigation reveals how predominantly Latino communities in Houston's Harris County face environmental injustice as federal regulators fail to enforce pollution controls at hazardous chemical facilities.

Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreen: Ultimate SPF Guide

Discover the crucial differences between chemical and mineral sunscreens, expert recommendations for British skin types, and how to choose the right SPF protection for maximum safety and effectiveness.

Forever Chemicals Found in Lancashire's River Wyre

Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous 'forever chemicals' have infiltrated Lancashire's water supply, with Environment Agency testing confirming PFAS contamination in the River Wyre, raising serious health concerns for local communities.

Newsom vetoes PFAS ban, industry wins

Governor Gavin Newsom rejects landmark legislation to ban 'forever chemicals' from thousands of consumer products, sparking outrage from health advocates who warn of dire consequences for public health and the environment.

Chlorine gas cloud emergency in Surrey village

Residents in Oxshott, Surrey were told to stay indoors as emergency services responded to a hazardous chemical incident involving a chlorine gas cloud at a local water treatment facility.

Mum in coma after hair dye allergic reaction

A mother-of-two suffered a near-fatal allergic reaction to a hair dye containing PPD, putting her in an induced coma and serving as a stark warning about beauty product dangers.

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