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M6 chaos: Multi-vehicle crash causes 7-mile queues

Major disruption on the M6 in Cheshire as serious collision between J16 and J17 causes severe delays, with emergency services working at the scene and motorists facing lengthy diversions.

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.

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.

Three UK Motorway Hotspots to Avoid This Week

Essential travel warning issued for M25, M5 and M6 as major roadworks and breakdowns threaten hours of delays - plan your journey now to avoid being stuck in traffic misery.

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.

Man dies after A40 collision in West London

A man has died after being struck by a vehicle on the A40 in West London during early morning hours. Police are appealing for witnesses to the fatal collision that closed the major route for several hours.

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.

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.

M25 and M4 closure causes travel chaos

Emergency closure of M25 and M4 causes severe disruption across Surrey and Berkshire with drivers facing hours of delays and lengthy diversions. Live updates on the ongoing traffic chaos.

Delivery cyclist rides on M4 during rush hour

Shocking footage captures the moment a food delivery rider weaves through speeding traffic on the M4 during morning rush hour, forcing police intervention in a dangerous incident that left motorists stunned.

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.

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.

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