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.
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.
Toxic Algae Closes Rutland Water - Health Warning Issued
Public Health Alert: Toxic algae bloom at Rutland Water forces immediate ban on swimming and water sports. Authorities warn of severe health risks as experts investigate the cause.
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.
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.
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.
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
Kristin Cavallari's wild youth: shoplifting and police encounters
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari shocks fans by revealing her rebellious past, detailing a fourth-grade shoplifting incident and underage drinking escapades that involved run-ins with the police.
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.
Ice In Beer: The Great British Pub Debate
The simple request for ice in a pint is causing a seismic split across UK pubs. Discover why this trend is igniting passion and fury amongst brewers, publicans, and drinkers.
Iced Beer: Gen Z's Chilled Trend Shakes Up UK Pubs
Move over warm pints! Discover why iced beer is becoming the drink of choice for younger Brits, transforming pub culture and challenging brewers to adapt.
Gen Z's Icy Beer Trend Alarms UK Brewers
A new study reveals Gen Z's controversial habit of adding ice to lager, a trend that's sending shockwaves through the UK's brewing industry and challenging decades of tradition.
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.
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