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High Court Battle Over Neighbour's Cat Poo in Garden

A father takes a cat fouling row to the High Court, citing health risks to his newborn. The case centres on whether it constitutes a statutory nuisance under environmental law. Read the full story.

Whitty's Christmas health warning for over-65s

England's Chief Medical Officer Sir Chris Whitty urges over-65s to take immediate action against infections like flu and Covid-19, which can spike heart attack and stroke risks. Get vaccinated now to ensure protection for Christmas gatherings.

Food Mistakes Raising Cancer and Heart Disease Risk

A leading doctor reveals how simple dietary swaps, like choosing whole fruit over juice and grilled over breaded chicken, can dramatically lower your risk of chronic illness. Learn the facts.

Income level directly tied to dementia risk

New research reveals a strong link between lower income and a higher risk of developing dementia. Discover the key risk factors and how to protect your brain health.

Dry cleaning chemical linked to liver disease and cancer

Groundbreaking research reveals a chemical used in dry cleaning and industrial processes significantly increases the risk of liver disease, fibrosis, and cancer. Scientists warn this common substance poses serious health threats.

Midlife heart health crisis linked to dementia risk

Groundbreaking research reveals poor cardiovascular health in your 40s and 50s dramatically increases dementia risk later in life. Discover the vital connection between heart and brain health.

Voting linked to longer life, study finds

New research shows participating in elections significantly reduces mortality risk, with non-voters facing 19% higher chance of premature death regardless of political affiliation.

Walking Cuts Dementia Risk By 50%, Harvard Study Finds

Groundbreaking research from Harvard Medical School shows how regular walking can dramatically reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's and dementia. Discover the life-changing benefits of this simple activity.

3 Foods Dementia Experts Say Avoid for Brain Health

Leading longevity researchers reveal three common food types that could significantly increase dementia risk. Discover the simple dietary swaps that could protect your cognitive health for years to come.

US States Resist Trump's Climate Policy Assault

US states and cities are mounting a formidable defence against Donald Trump's planned assault on climate policies, vowing to protect environmental regulations through legal battles and local action.

Labor's environmental deal sparks internal party crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals the internal turmoil within Australia's Labor Party as they strike a contentious environmental agreement that threatens to divide the government and alienate their core supporters.

Australia's biodiversity crisis deepens despite laws

Australia's flagship environmental legislation is under fire as new analysis reveals alarming biodiversity decline despite conservation efforts. Experts warn urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible ecological damage.

Prince of Wales backs climate penguin Rio's Prince

The Prince of Wales joins forces with global celebrities including Shawn Mendes to support Rio's Prince, the rescued penguin turned climate ambassador, in a groundbreaking environmental initiative at a British museum.

Epping Forest crisis: Lammy warns of environmental damage

Shadow foreign secretary David Lammy warns of catastrophic damage to Epping Forest's ancient ecosystem as thousands flock to sunbathe, raising urgent questions about environmental protection in Britain's green spaces.

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.

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