The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
A senior coroner warns mortuary staff face potential death from hazardous embalming chemicals. Dangerous formalin levels found on Air India crash bodies. Urgent action demanded.
Delhi police arrest climate protesters, alleging Maoist ties as city chokes on hazardous smog. Six remanded in custody under serious national security charges.
New research reveals a daily glass of orange juice can lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and improve cholesterol. Discover how this simple drink boosts heart health.
New research reveals a 10% increase in ultra-processed food consumption raises pre-diabetes risk by 64% in young adults. Discover how to protect your long-term health.
A new 5-minute NHS Healthy Choices Quiz offers personalised health scores and advice. Discover how this free tool can improve your wellbeing, mood, and energy levels today.
As a veteran columnist signs off, stark data reveals atmospheric CO2 has surged from 360.67 ppm to 426.68 ppm since the first COP. The facts demand urgent climate action now.
Papua New Guinea condemns Australia's withdrawal from co-hosting COP31, calling UN climate summits a 'talk fest' that fails to hold major polluters accountable for rising sea levels.
Dr Amir Khan explains the hormonal science behind migraines and why women are more affected. Discover the triggers and the latest targeted treatments available.
New UK research reveals root canal treatment can significantly lower blood sugar and improve cholesterol, offering protection against type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
New research reveals London's Eat Out to Help Out scheme increased air pollution by 11% in 2020. Discover the hidden environmental cost of pandemic stimulus measures.
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
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.
The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.
Discover why stepping back during exam season might be more beneficial than constant parental intervention, according to educational experts and psychological research.
Great British Bake Off star Prue Leith, 85, reveals her surprising experience with weight loss injections, detailing how she lost her appetite but failed to drop any weight while battling exhausting energy slumps.
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
Groundbreaking research exposes how political affiliation dramatically impacts stress levels across America, with conservative states showing significantly higher rates of anxiety and mental health challenges.
The Amazon rainforest faces an unprecedented environmental emergency as major rivers reach historic lows, disrupting communities and threatening ecosystems across South America.
In an unprecedented climate crisis response, France begins permanent relocation of St Pierre and Miquelon residents as hurricanes and rising tides render the islands increasingly uninhabitable.
Stunning visualisations reveal how rising sea levels could dramatically reshape Britain's coastline and global landmarks by the end of this century.
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.
New research reveals how your beloved morning brew could be impacting your digestion, cholesterol levels, and sleep quality. Discover the science behind coffee's surprising effects on your body.
Discover how proper sleep hygiene can transform your winter energy levels. Expert tips on combating seasonal fatigue and maintaining vitality through the colder months.
New research reveals swapping short car journeys for walking or cycling delivers remarkable health benefits while cutting transport costs and boosting energy levels.
Exclusive military analysis reveals how Russian forces have become sitting ducks on the Dnipro's east bank, suffering catastrophic losses in what soldiers are calling a 'suicide mission' against Ukraine's precision strikes.
The world-renowned Louvre Museum scrambles to protect priceless artworks from rising Seine waters, moving treasures to higher ground as Paris faces major flood threat.