Castle Water offers £1bn extra for Thames Water rescue
Castle Water proposes a £1bn larger cash injection than rivals to rescue debt-laden Thames Water and tackle its pollution crisis. Will this offer break the deadlock?
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Construction worker's tap water warning goes viral
A construction worker's viral video reveals corroded UK water pipes, urging households to use filtration systems. Despite official safety ratings, the footage raises concerns.
Lake Tahoe water contaminated with feces - boil order issued
Emergency boil-water advisory issued for Lake Tahoe area after dangerous fecal bacteria detected in water supply, affecting thousands of homes and businesses.
Thames Water Crisis: £1.1bn Funding Collapses
Exclusive: Thames Water's emergency funding plan collapses as shareholders refuse £1.1bn injection, raising fears of potential special administration and creating turmoil for UK's largest water supplier.
Thames Water faces £74m penalty in Ofwat crackdown
England's water regulator Ofwat imposes £88 million in penalties on Thames Water and other suppliers for missed targets, as the sector faces mounting debt and environmental challenges.
Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer
A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.
Manila water crisis as El Niño causes severe shortages
Metro Manila faces severe water shortages as El Niño intensifies, affecting millions of residents and prompting emergency government measures.
Sydney Paint Harvests Drinking Water From Air
Groundbreaking technology developed by University of Sydney researchers can extract litres of drinking water daily from atmospheric moisture using nothing but specialised paint.
Forever Chemicals Found in UK Drinking Water
Exclusive investigation uncovers concerning levels of toxic 'forever chemicals' in UK drinking water supplies, with regulators accused of withholding crucial safety data from the public.
Health Experts Debunk Dangerous Tap Water Myths
Medical professionals are challenging viral wellness claims that UK tap water is unsafe, warning that filtered water alternatives could pose serious health risks.
UK Water Crisis: Forever Chemicals Force Urgent Action
England's drinking water regulator has been compelled to take immediate action after government scientists identified widespread risks from toxic PFAS chemicals in water supplies, raising serious health concerns nationwide.
Hampshire water crisis: Drought order sought
Southern Water declares 'precautionary drought order' for Hampshire and Isle of Wight as Met Office forecasts exceptionally dry conditions, raising concerns about water supply security.
Hospital sabotage: Gas and water lines deliberately tampered with
A major Sydney hospital has been plunged into crisis after authorities discovered someone deliberately tampered with critical gas and water supply lines, forcing emergency evacuations and creating chaos in medical services.
Sydney hospital gas attack leaves man dead
A man has died and multiple patients were evacuated after a woman allegedly tampered with gas lines at two major Sydney hospitals, causing chaos and emergency lockdowns.
Hospital gas failure investigated after patient death
NSW Police have launched a critical investigation into the tragic death of a patient at Sutherland Hospital amid a major medical gas supply failure that forced emergency patient transfers and surgery cancellations.
Bristol's Spanish water imports during crisis expose UK failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how Bristol's water emergency led to Spanish imports while local supplies ran dry. The shocking truth behind Britain's water infrastructure failures.
Hospital sabotage: Engineer cuts gas and water supplies
A disgruntled engineer plunges Cambridge hospital into chaos by deliberately cutting off essential gas and water supplies, endangering patients and forcing emergency measures.
Sydney hospital gas sabotage: Woman arrested
A 41-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly tampering with gas supplies serving multiple Sydney hospitals, raising serious concerns about healthcare infrastructure security.
The Dangers of Drinking Too Much Water
New research challenges conventional hydration wisdom, revealing how excessive water consumption can be dangerous and what the real signs of dehydration actually are.
Forever Chemicals Contaminate Millions' Drinking Water
Shocking research from the University of New Mexico shows PFAS contamination affects nearly half of US tap water, with Albuquerque residents facing particularly high exposure risks.
Bear Grylls' Water Filter Eliminates Bad UK Tap Water Taste
Discover how Bear Grylls' revolutionary Water-to-Go filter transforms UK tap water into pure, great-tasting drinking water while removing 99.9% of contaminants. Perfect for outdoor adventures and everyday use.
Thames Water crisis as regulator demands £70bn overhaul
England's largest water company, Thames Water, is under scrutiny as regulator Ofwat rejects business plans and demands massive investment in infrastructure while keeping bills affordable for customers.
Thames Water Crisis: Suppliers Face Collapse Over £15bn Debt
Exclusive investigation reveals Thames Water, Severn Trent and other key suppliers are drowning in debt while planning massive bill increases up to 91%, raising fears of nationalisation.
Woolworths Potato Shortage Hits Australian Supermarkets
Woolworths supermarkets across Australia face unprecedented potato shortages, leaving shoppers staring at empty shelves and rationing popular products. Discover what's causing this national supply chain crisis.
Floating Wetlands: Australia's Water Pollution Solution
Australian scientists pioneer groundbreaking floating wetland technology that could transform water quality worldwide while saving billions in cleanup costs. Discover how these natural filters are combating pollution in rivers and lakes.
Best Filtered Showerheads for Healthy Skin & Hair
Discover how advanced filtered showerheads can revolutionise your bathing routine by removing harsh chemicals, protecting your skin, and transforming hair health. Our expert guide reveals the top models available today.
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.
Toxic algae crisis leaves 500,000 without safe water
Massive toxic algae bloom in Lake Erie leaves nearly 500,000 residents across Ohio and Michigan without safe drinking water, sparking urgent health warnings and emergency response efforts.
UK households told to stockpile essential supplies
Government sources reveal Britons should prepare emergency supplies including bottled water, tinned food, and basic medicines amid rising national security threats and potential supply chain disruptions.
Texas water crisis: Energy plants drain Corpus Christi supply
A severe water shortage grips Corpus Christi, Texas, as booming energy sector operations threaten the city's water security, forcing residents to cut consumption while industrial use continues.
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