Millions exposed to cancer-linked chemicals in UK water
Shocking new research reveals nearly half of UK tap water contains dangerous PFAS chemicals linked to cancer and fertility issues, with millions potentially at risk across the country.
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Five UK water companies face government crackdown over pollution
Exclusive investigation reveals five major water companies including Thames Water and Anglian Water face potential special measures after repeated environmental breaches. Discover which suppliers are failing customers and the environment.
Thames Water: Temporary Renationalisation Looms
As Thames Water teeters on the brink of collapse, temporary state control appears increasingly inevitable. Explore the financial quagmire and why renationalisation might be the least worst option for Britain's largest water company.
Thames Water faces High Court over £18bn debt crisis
Britain's largest water company Thames Water is locked in a legal battle with regulator Ofwat as it struggles with £18 billion debt and potential collapse, threatening London's water supply.
Thames Water Collapse Fears: Government Prepares Contingency
Exclusive: Thames Water faces High Court hearing as government contingency plans are revealed amid fears of financial collapse affecting 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley.
Thames Water Faces High Court Winding-Up Petition
Britain's largest water supplier Thames Water confronts potential collapse as creditors file High Court petition over unpaid debts, raising concerns about London's water security.
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.
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.
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.
2025 Student Nightlife Guide: Party Smart & Safe
Discover the essential 2025 guide to navigating university nightlife safely and affordably. Learn top tips for pre-drinks, budgeting, venue choices, and staying safe for an unforgettable student experience.
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.
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.
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.
Revolutionary Hangover Cure Pill Discovered by Scientists
Groundbreaking research from British and Australian universities reveals a revolutionary dietary supplement that could prevent hangovers by blocking alcohol's toxic byproduct. Discover how this could change social drinking forever.
Rooney: Drunk 18-Hour Bender Led to Chelsea Transfer Plea
Football legend Wayne Rooney reveals the shocking, drink-fuelled 18-hour bender that led to his desperate plea for a move to Chelsea, in a candid new interview.
Vast Undersea Freshwater Reservoir Discovered Off UK Coast
Scientists have mapped a colossal, previously hidden freshwater aquifer nestled deep beneath the seafloor off the British coast, a discovery that could revolutionise the nation's approach to drought resilience and drinking water supplies.
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.
Moderate Drinking Shrinks Brain, Scars Liver: Oxford Study
A major new study from the University of Oxford delivers a sobering warning: regular, moderate alcohol consumption is directly linked to reduced brain volume and increased liver fat. Discover the hidden damage in your glass.
Lulu, 76, reveals secret alcohol addiction battle
Music icon Lulu, 76, bravely reveals her decades-long secret struggle with alcohol addiction, detailing the shame and hidden drinking that plagued her career and personal life.
Pete Wick's Reveals 'Problem Drinking' Past and Sobriety Journey
TOWIE's Pete Wick's opens up in a raw and honest interview about his struggles with 'problem drinking', his decision to quit alcohol, and the positive transformation in his life since becoming sober.
The Global Tradition of Icing Your Beer
Discover the fascinating cultural history and practical science behind adding ice to beer, a practice cherished from Vietnam's bia hơi stalls to Costa Rica's pulperías, challenging Western purists.
NRL Stars in Late-Night Drinking Scandal Before Finals
Exclusive: Rival NRL stars Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Tom Dearden caught in late-night drinking session scandal just days before crucial finals, spark integrity unit investigation.
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
Jason Kelce: Taylor Swift ruined my football drinking session
Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce reveals how a surprise Taylor Swift appearance completely derailed his legendary college football drinking plans in an hilarious new podcast confession.
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