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Everest rubbish deposit scheme scrapped over cheating
A $4,000 deposit scheme to clear Mount Everest of waste has been axed after 11 years, as climbers cheated by collecting low-altitude rubbish. Officials now plan a non-refundable fee. Read the full investigation.
Everest waste deposit scheme scrapped after failing
Nepal will abandon its decade-old Mount Everest waste deposit scheme, admitting it failed to reduce rubbish. A new non-refundable $4,000 fee is planned. Read the full story.
Photos: Spain's Els Enfarinats Festival Sees Flour Battle
Vibrant images capture the chaotic Els Enfarinats festival in Ibi, Spain, where revelers battle with flour, eggs, and firecrackers in a unique annual tradition. See the stunning gallery.
20 Tonnes of Rubbish Left at Coogee Beach on Christmas
Shocking footage reveals empty bins ignored as thousands of revellers left 20 tonnes of waste at Sydney's Coogee Beach, sparking a furious backlash and a council clean-up operation.
20 Tonnes of Rubbish Left at Coogee Beach After Christmas Party
A massive backpacker Christmas party at Sydney's Coogee Beach left over 20 tonnes of waste, sparking local fury and a huge council cleanup. Read the full story.
Coogee Beach Christmas party leaves huge rubbish pile
A massive Christmas Day gathering of backpackers at Sydney's Coogee Beach resulted in a huge rubbish pile, sparking local outrage and a major council clean-up operation.
Christmas revellers trash Sydney's Coogee Beach
Furious locals blast 'filthy' Christmas Day crowds after iconic Sydney beach is left covered in rubbish. Council launches major clean-up operation.
Music festival backlash over $5 shower fee
The Lost Paradise music festival faces a social media storm after announcing a $5 fee per shower, despite tickets costing up to $500. Discover the full story and fan reaction here.
Sturgeon, Rankin & McDermid Headline Winter Words Festival
Nicola Sturgeon, Ian Rankin and Val McDermid lead an eclectic line-up at Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival in February. Tickets on sale 16 December.
Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Polite litter accounts for almost half of UK rubbish
A new study reveals 'polite litter' – rubbish thoughtfully placed on hedges and ledges – accounts for 46.6% of UK littering. Discover the surprising environmental impact and what councils must do.
Corona Capital Festival Celebrates 15 Years in Mexico City
The Corona Capital music festival celebrated its 15th anniversary in Mexico City with a multi-stage lineup. See the photo gallery from this major international cultural event.
Tenant caught dumping trash after receipts expose her
A tenant who thought she could get away with littering in her apartment block was caught after residents found her name on discarded receipts. Read the full story of the petty revenge.
Yoga Festival Collapse Leaves £218k Debt, 284 Creditors
Soul Circus yoga festival founders Roman and Ella Wroath left customers and traders £218,765 out of pocket as company enters liquidation, with 252 customers awaiting refunds after 2024 cancellation.
Liverpool's 25,000 tonne rubbish mountain sparks rat invasion
Families in Liverpool face a public health crisis as organised criminals dump massive waste piles, creating vermin-infested nightmare conditions with £4.5million cleanup costs.
Melbourne Murder Trial: Rubbish Tip Body Disposal Revealed
Exclusive court revelations expose how Marat Ganiev allegedly disposed of Isla Bell's body in a remote tip after her mysterious disappearance from Melbourne.
Waterfront Festival 2026: Sam Fender & Becky Hill to Headline
The spectacular Waterfront Festival 2026 has unveiled its incredible musical lineup featuring Sam Fender, Becky Hill and more. Discover dates, ticket details and why this is the must-attend event of summer 2026.
Jamie Foxx's daughter joins GloRilla on stage
Hollywood star Jamie Foxx's daughter Corinne made an unexpected cameo during GloRilla's SKVLK Festival performance, joining the rapper on stage in a memorable Halloween weekend moment.
Harvest Rock 2025: Adelaide's Musical Triumph
The 2025 Harvest Rock festival in Adelaide transformed the city into a musical paradise with electrifying performances from global superstars and emerging talents, creating an unforgettable weekend of rock revival.
Christmas tree arrives amid bin strike fury
A London council faces public outrage after installing a Christmas tree while bin collections remain suspended due to ongoing strike action, sparking accusations of misplaced priorities.
Man fined £500 for clearing rubbish from public alleyway
A Birmingham resident faces a hefty £500 penalty from the council after taking matters into his own hands to clear fly-tipped waste from a communal alleyway, sparking debate about civic responsibility versus council regulations.
Westminster House Horror: 20 Tonnes of Rubbish Cleared
Shocking scenes emerge as Westminster Council clears a staggering 20 tonnes of waste from a luxury London home, revealing a property crisis that's left neighbours horrified and authorities scrambling.
Nova festival survivor reveals playing dead to escape Hamas
A young woman's miraculous escape from the Hamas massacre at the Nova music festival reveals how she survived by pretending to be dead while militants executed fellow revellers around her.
RISE Festival cancelled amid dust storm safety fears
Organisers forced to pull plug on major UK festival as dangerous weather conditions and unauthorised sky lanterns create 'perfect storm' of safety concerns
Deniliquin Ute Muster: Australia's Iconic Outback Festival
The iconic Deniliquin Ute Muster returns with spectacular ute displays, country music stars and outback celebrations in rural NSW. Discover what makes this Australian festival unforgettable.
Byron Bay festival strip search sparks police investigation
A young woman's traumatic strip search at Byron Bay's Splendour in the Grass festival has prompted a formal police investigation after she was forced to remove her clothing in front of multiple officers.
Bin collection chaos hits 2 million UK households
A staggering two million households across Britain are experiencing disrupted bin collections, with some waiting up to five weeks, as council services buckle under pressure.
UK Town Buried Under 15,000 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste
A quiet UK town has been declared the nation's fly-tipping capital after being inundated with a staggering 15,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, including hazardous materials, creating a national scandal.
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