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Target warehouse staff demand pay rise in walk-out protest

Exclusive: Warehouse operatives at a major Target distribution hub are demanding higher pay, staging a unique 'walk to the entrance' protest. The action highlights the growing tension between big-box retailers and their logistics workforce amidst the cost

45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste

A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.

Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.

Scottish teachers reject pay offer, strike ballot looms

Scotland's largest teaching union, the SSTA, is preparing to ballot its members on industrial action after rejecting the Scottish Government's latest pay offer, raising the spectre of widespread school disruptions.

Girl's Death Certificate Makes UK Air Pollution History

The heartbreaking story of nine-year-old Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, who became the first person in the UK to have air pollution listed as a cause of death. Her mother's relentless fight for justice exposes a public health crisis and a legal landmark that cha

18,000 Radioactive Barrels Found Dumped in Atlantic Ocean

Exclusive investigation uncovers a chilling Cold War legacy: 18,000 barrels of radioactive waste, including plutonium, deliberately dumped in the Atlantic by European governments, now threatening marine ecosystems and public health.

Sydney, Melbourne Airport Strike: Travel Chaos Looms

Travel chaos is set to engulf Sydney and Melbourne airports as Swissport baggage handlers and ground crew launch a 24-hour strike over a bitter pay dispute, demanding a living wage and better conditions.

1980s Miners Return to Picket Line in Historic Protest

Forty years after the bitter strikes that defined an era, former miners and their families have returned to the picket line in a powerful protest against the controversial 'Museum of the North' project at the National Coal Mining Museum in West Yorkshire.

Major Explosion Rocks Louisiana, Forces Evacuations

A major explosion at an industrial facility in Roseland, Louisiana, has triggered a large-scale emergency response and mandatory evacuations. Authorities are investigating the cause as thick, black smoke blankets the area.

Mississippi Navy Shipyard Shooting Leaves Worker Dead

A tragic shooting at a US Navy-contracted shipyard in Mississippi leaves one worker dead and another injured. The suspected gunman, a disgruntled employee, was later found deceased from a self-inflicted wound.

UK Health Alert: Toxic Saharan Dust Cloud Blankets Britain

Millions of Britons are being warned to stay indoors and keep windows closed as a massive plume of Saharan dust and high pollution levels create dangerous air quality across the UK. Experts issue critical health advice for vulnerable groups.

Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Invade NSW Central Coast Beaches

Beachgoers on the NSW Central Coast are baffled by the sudden appearance of bizarre, tightly-packed 'debris balls' washing ashore. Authorities are investigating the unusual phenomenon and potential environmental impacts.

Six Dead in Mysterious Colorado Dairy Farm Accident

A devastating industrial accident at a dairy farm in Colorado has left six people dead. Authorities are investigating the mysterious incident, which occurred in a waste management area, as the community reels from the loss.

Sarah Douglas Pays Tribute to Terence Stamp

Superman II actress Sarah Douglas shares a heartfelt message honouring her late co-star Terence Stamp, reminiscing about their time on set and his enduring legacy.

Bolivia votes: End of socialist era?

Bolivians head to the polls in a historic election that could mark the end of 20 years of socialist governance, reshaping the nation's political landscape.

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