Emergency water bans imposed in Southeast UK amid heatwave
Southern Water declares 'essential use only' emergency for thousands in West Sussex, Kent, and Hampshire as reservoir levels plummet during prolonged heatwave.
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New Water Rules to Save UK Families £100 a Year
Millions of British households are set for cheaper water bills as regulators unveil a major crackdown on water company profits, promising significant savings and cleaner rivers.
Water firms to pay £194 to millions after failure
Thames Water and other major suppliers are forced to pay £194 to customers after missing key performance targets on sewage, supply, and pollution. Find out if you're due compensation.
Urgent Hosepipe Ban Warning for UK Households
Millions of Britons face imminent garden hose restrictions as water companies issue urgent drought warnings. Discover the essential actions to avoid fines and protect supplies during the heatwave.
Stop Flushing Wet Wipes: The £100M UK Blockage Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how a nationwide 'flush-and-forget' habit is causing sewage chaos, environmental damage, and adding millions to water bills. Discover the shocking truth about what really happens after you flush.
Dead Snake Found in Morrisons Juice Carton Shocks Shopper
An 84-year-old woman was left horrified after discovering a decomposing snake inside a carton of Morrisons apple juice. The shocking incident in Bury, Greater Manchester, has sparked a major investigation and raised serious questions about food production
Pakistan's 'Water God' Statue Sparks Religious Tension
A controversial statue of a 'water god' in Pakistan's Punjab province has ignited religious tensions and drawn attention to the region's severe water scarcity issues, prompting official action.
Lesotho Water Project Backfires: Damage & Debt for Villagers
Exclusive report from Lesotho reveals how a multi-million-pound African Development Bank water project has left villages with cracked homes, dry taps, and crippling debt instead of the promised clean water.
Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025
Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.
Urgent Recall: Deadly Bacteria in Dermarite Soap
An urgent health warning has been issued across the UK as a popular antibacterial soap, Dermarite, is recalled due to dangerous contamination with the lethal Burkholderia cepacia bacteria. Authorities warn consumers to stop use immediately.
US Sprinter Knighton Cleared in Doping Scandal
American sprint sensation Erriyon Knighton has been cleared to compete after testing positive for a banned substance. The 20-year-old, a major medal hope for Team USA, avoided a suspension due to a contaminated meat investigation.
Govt axes water social tariff as bills set to soar 44%
Exclusive: Government abandons promised social tariff for water bills, leaving struggling households across the UK to face crippling price hikes of up to 44% from Thames Water and other suppliers.
Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water
A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.
Kerala on alert after brain-eating amoeba kills child
Health officials in Kerala issue urgent warnings after a fifth death from the rare but fatal Naegleria fowleri infection. Discover the symptoms and crucial safety advice.
Kerala 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Death Sparks Health Alert
Health officials in India's Kerala state issue a warning after a teenager dies from a rare and fatal brain infection caused by the 'brain-eating amoeba', Naegleria fowleri, found in contaminated water.
UK Broccoli Botulism Alert: Health Warning Issued
UK health officials issue urgent botulism warning after contaminated broccoli from Poland triggers recalls. Symptoms, risks, and safety advice explained.
UK Botulism Outbreak: One Dead in Food Poisoning Scare
A severe botulism outbreak linked to contaminated preserved vegetables has left one dead and hospitalised others. Learn the critical symptoms and how to protect yourself from this rare but deadly foodborne illness.
Water companies fined £500k for customer service failures
UK water regulators have slapped two major suppliers with hefty fines totalling over half a million pounds for severe customer service and complaints handling failures, impacting vulnerable households across England.
Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty
Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.
Urgent UK Health Alert Over Contaminated Chicken
Health officials issue a major product recall for contaminated cooked chicken sold nationwide. Public urged to check fridges and freezers as product is linked to a dangerous E.coli outbreak.
Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.
Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike
Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen
Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms
Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern
Sheffield Water Crisis: Sewage Spills and Supply Failures
Yorkshire Water is under fire for a series of incidents in Sheffield, including sewage discharges into a park and supply disruptions, raising serious questions about infrastructure and regulatory compliance.
45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste
A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.
UK Boil Water Alert Over Parasite Fears
Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
Winter Hosepipe Ban Threat as UK Reservoir Levels Plummet
Britain faces an unprecedented winter hosepipe ban as experts warn reservoir levels are critically low. Discover why recent rainfall isn't enough and what restrictions households may face.
Urgent UKHSA Alert: 1.5M At Risk From Contaminated Blood
UK Health Security Agency issues critical alert to 1.5 million people affected by contaminated blood products. Learn about symptoms, testing, and support available.
Radioactive Shrimp Recall Hits US Supermarkets
US authorities issue an urgent recall for shrimp sold at Walmart and Kroger over fears of potential radioactive contamination. Here's what UK consumers need to know.
Radioactive Shrimp Recall at Walmart and Kroger
US food safety officials issue an urgent recall for imported shrimp found with elevated levels of radioactivity. The products were sold at major retailers including Walmart and Kroger.
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