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M62 Closed: Serious Crash Causes Four-Mile Queues
Major disruption on the M62 with four-mile queues after serious collision between J22 and J23. Motorists face lengthy delays as emergency services work at the scene.
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.
Microplastics Reshaping Human Biology & Minds
Groundbreaking research reveals microplastics are not just polluting our environment but actively altering human biology and cognitive function, with alarming implications for public health.
Microplastics in Gut Linked to Cancer: UK Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Exeter reveals how microplastics in our digestive system may trigger cancer and other serious health conditions. Discover what this means for your gut health.
M60 Chaos: Multi-Vehicle Crash Sparks 90-Min Delays
Severe delays on the M60 near Manchester after multi-vehicle collision between J12 and J13 brings evening commute to standstill with 5-mile queues
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.
Bottled Water Microplastics 100x Higher Than Thought
Groundbreaking research reveals bottled water contains dramatically higher levels of microplastics than estimated, raising urgent health concerns about invisible plastic pollution invading our bodies.
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.
Forth Road Bridge chaos: 10-mile queues amid safety works
Major disruption hits Scotland's key transport artery as new convoy system on the Forth Road Bridge creates massive delays, with traffic queues stretching over 10 miles during peak hours.
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.
City clears toxic smog in dramatic pollution turnaround
A groundbreaking urban experiment successfully clears dangerous air pollution levels that had plagued residents for years, offering hope for smog-choked cities worldwide.
Hudson River radioactive contamination shock
Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.
M5 closed after lorry fire near Bristol - major delays
Major disruption on M5 as emergency services tackle blazing HGV near Bristol - full closure expected for hours with severe delays building
M6 Crash Causes 7-Mile Queues and Major Delays
Severe disruption on the M6 after multi-vehicle collision between J26 and J27 causes massive tailbacks, long delays, and major traffic headaches for motorists.
Wood burners linked to serious lung health risks
New research exposes hidden health hazards of trendy log burners, linking them to lung inflammation and respiratory damage. Experts warn of indoor air pollution crisis.
Wood burner pollution linked to deadly sleep condition
Groundbreaking UK research reveals disturbing link between air pollution from wood-burning stoves and a dangerous sleep condition that dramatically increases heart attack risk.
London air pollution: 74K asthma cases cost NHS £300M yearly
Groundbreaking UCL research reveals London's air pollution causes 74,000 asthma cases and costs NHS £300 million yearly. Discover which boroughs face the greatest health threat.
Wood Burner Health Risks: The Hidden Danger in UK Homes
New research reveals wood-burning stoves are creating dangerous pollution levels inside UK homes, with devastating health consequences you need to know about.
Wood burners may damage lungs like smoking, study finds
New research shows wood-burning stoves may cause lung function decline comparable to smoking, raising serious health concerns for millions of British households.
Wood burning stoves health risk: New pollution warning
Exclusive research exposes how wood burning stoves are releasing dangerous particles into British homes, with potentially devastating health consequences for families.
M11 Chaos: Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Motorway, 90-Min Delays
A serious multi-vehicle collision on the M11 northbound near Harlow has caused severe disruption, with emergency services on the scene and long delays expected throughout the afternoon.
Pollution in childhood raises risk of blindness, study finds
Groundbreaking research from University College London links childhood exposure to air pollution to a significantly higher risk of developing irreversible vision loss in later life. Experts call for urgent action.
M25 Closed After Serious Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Heathrow
A serious collision involving multiple vehicles has forced the closure of the M25 clockwise between junctions 10 and 11 near Heathrow Airport, sparking severe delays and major diversions during Friday morning rush hour.
Melbourne driver's 'disgraceful' act on footpath stuns city
A Melbourne driver's brazen attempt to bypass peak-hour gridlock by mounting a busy footpath has ignited fury and disbelief among fellow commuters, with footage of the incident going viral.
Khan's Oxford Street traffic ban begins in pollution fightback
London Mayor Sadiq Khan launches a bold pedestrianisation trial on Oxford Street, banning through traffic in a decisive move to reduce pollution, boost business, and reclaim the world-famous street for people.
US Wildfire Smoke Deaths Surge 25,000% Amid Climate Crisis
A new study reveals a sharp rise in US deaths from wildfire smoke pollution, directly linking the public health emergency to the worsening climate crisis.
Madrid to pedestrianise 80% of city centre in car ban
Madrid is set to transform its urban landscape with a groundbreaking plan to pedestrianise 80% of its city centre roads, creating one of Europe's largest car-free zones in a bold move against pollution.
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