Water firms may charge twice for sewage fixes
Environmental campaigners take regulator Ofwat to court over controversial plans allowing water companies to bill customers twice for tackling sewage pollution crises.
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Hanoi's canal pollution crisis exposed by scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals severe contamination in Hanoi's canal network, with pollution levels up to 40 times higher than national safety standards, posing significant health risks to millions.
Brits demand quieter fireworks for Bonfire Night
As Bonfire Night approaches, thousands of Britons are calling for 'low-noise' fireworks to protect pets, wildlife and vulnerable people while preserving tradition.
Shell fined £176k for six-day flaring incident
Shell's Stanlow plant faces substantial penalty after continuous flaring created deafening noise and black smoke plumes, sparking hundreds of resident complaints and environmental concerns.
Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution
Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.
Delhi uses cloud seeding to combat toxic air pollution
Delhi launches ambitious cloud seeding project to combat dangerous pollution levels, as authorities turn to weather modification in desperate bid to clear toxic smog.
India tests cloud seeding to clean Delhi's toxic air
India launches ambitious cloud seeding project in Delhi to combat catastrophic air pollution levels, as the capital battles to breathe clean air through scientific intervention.
England's water crisis: sewage pollution hits record high
New data reveals England's water quality has reached its lowest point on record, with sewage pollution incidents soaring and environmental standards collapsing across the board.
Leaf Blower Debate: Necessity or Nuisance in UK Gardens?
As autumn leaves fall across Britain, the relentless drone of leaf blowers divides communities. Discover why these garden tools face growing backlash and what alternatives exist for a quieter, greener approach to garden maintenance.
Sydney beach crisis: Among Australia's most polluted
New research reveals a beloved Sydney beach has been ranked among Australia's most polluted swimming locations, raising serious health concerns for swimmers and prompting urgent environmental action.
Record £1.1m sewage fines hit English water firms
England's water companies face unprecedented penalties for illegal sewage dumping as the Environment Agency takes aggressive action against environmental violations in waterways.
Delhi chokes under toxic smog after Diwali
The morning after Diwali celebrations, India's capital awoke to a thick layer of hazardous smog, with air quality plummeting to severe levels and visibility dramatically reduced across the city.
New Delhi: World's Most Polluted City Says WHO
New Delhi tops global pollution charts as WHO data reveals alarming air quality levels, raising serious health concerns for millions of residents in the Indian capital.
Dead fish and toxic foam plague Norfolk's River Thet
A major pollution incident has struck the River Thet in Norfolk, killing hundreds of fish and coating the waterway in mysterious white foam as authorities launch urgent investigation.
Forever Chemicals Found in Lancashire's River Wyre
Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous 'forever chemicals' have infiltrated Lancashire's water supply, with Environment Agency testing confirming PFAS contamination in the River Wyre, raising serious health concerns for local communities.
Driverless cars scream through San Francisco nights
Exclusive investigation reveals how autonomous vehicles are terrorising San Francisco neighbourhoods with bizarre screaming sounds and late-night gridlock, sparking safety concerns and regulatory battles.
Plug-in hybrids emit 12x more CO₂ than claims
New research exposes how plug-in hybrid vehicles are producing dramatically higher pollution levels than advertised, raising serious questions about their environmental credentials.
UK's Underwater Chernobyl: Toxic Nuclear Dump Leaking
Exclusive investigation reveals how a rotting nuclear waste dump off Cumbria's coast threatens marine life with radioactive contamination, creating an environmental timebomb.
Plug-in hybrids pollute nearly as much as petrol cars
Groundbreaking research exposes how plug-in hybrid vehicles are failing to deliver promised environmental benefits, emitting up to 89% more CO₂ than official tests suggest in real-world driving conditions.
Glasgow's Air Pollution Crisis: Shocking Study Reveals Health Risk
New research reveals Glasgow faces a severe air pollution emergency, with dangerous particulate matter levels threatening public health across the city.
London's luxury car noise crisis sparks council action
Westminster residents are fighting back against disruptive supercar noise as Lamborghinis and Ferraris turn London streets into racetracks, prompting council action.
UK Garden Noise Limits: Your Legal Guide
Discover the legal decibel limits for garden activities in the UK and learn how to maintain neighbourly peace while enjoying your outdoor space this summer.
Neighbour's 5am Noise Nightmare Shatters Family's Peace
A UK family reveals their living nightmare with a noise-making neighbour whose early morning DIY, loud music and constant disruptions are destroying their mental health and family life.
Sewage spills surge 54% in England's rivers
Shocking new data reveals sewage discharges into England's rivers and seas have skyrocketed, with storm overflows operating for millions of hours despite drought conditions.
River Wye faces legal action over pollution crisis
Environmental campaigners launch legal action against government agencies over failure to protect River Wye from agricultural pollution and ecological decline.
Legal fight launched to save polluted River Wye
Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.
Thousands sue over river pollution crisis in landmark case
In one of the largest environmental lawsuits in UK history, thousands of citizens are taking legal action against authorities over severe pollution plaguing three major rivers, demanding urgent action to restore water quality.
World's Most Polluted Cities Revealed in Shocking Report
Groundbreaking air quality analysis exposes the global cities where residents are breathing dangerously polluted air, with Asian and African nations dominating the worst-affected list.
My neighbour's late-night noise is driving me insane
Exclusive: Brits reveal their worst neighbour nightmares from 3am vacuuming to constant DIY as noise complaints skyrocket across UK neighbourhoods.
Pollution accelerates ageing crisis, global study reveals
Groundbreaking research exposes how air pollution significantly increases frailty in older adults, creating a hidden public health emergency as populations age worldwide.
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