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Hong Kong fire kills 55, police cite negligence

A devastating fire in Hong Kong residential towers claims at least 55 lives, with hundreds missing. Police blame construction firm's gross negligence. Support rallies for survivors.

Ancient Rubbish Reveals Neolithic Recycling Habits

University of York archaeologists discover Neolithic communities kept waste close to home, suggesting recycling and emotional attachment. Could ancient habits solve modern waste crises?

Major London warehouse fire brought under control

Around 150 firefighters tackled a major blaze at a Southall warehouse containing fireworks. The fire is now under control as investigations into the cause begin. Read the latest updates.

Tips for a Climate-Smart Thanksgiving Meal

An estimated 320 million pounds of food is wasted at Thanksgiving. Discover expert tips for smarter cooking and creative leftovers to reduce your impact.

Arrest over illegal waste mountain near River Cherwell

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read about the Environment Agency's investigation and the urgent call to protect the local environment.

Major Factory Fire in West London

A huge fire has engulfed a factory in Southall, with 150 firefighters tackling the blaze. Roads are closed and residents told to shut windows. No injuries reported.

Major Fire at Historic Bury Building

A huge fire engulfed a Grade II listed building on The Rock in Bury town centre. Four fire engines battled the blaze, with bricks falling from the structure. Read the latest updates.

Teen dies in Queensland house fire, four critical

A teenage girl has died and four others are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton, Queensland. A lithium battery from an e-scooter or e-bike is being investigated as the potential cause. Read the full story.

Massive illegal fly-tip threatens Oxfordshire river

A 150-metre mountain of waste dumped illegally in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, sparks an ecological disaster warning. The Environment Agency is pursuing criminals to cover clean-up costs. Report waste crime now.

Fly-tippers dump 150m waste mountain in Oxfordshire

Shocking drone footage reveals a 150-metre long mountain of illegally dumped waste in an Oxfordshire field. Local authorities are investigating. Urgent action is needed to tackle this pollution crisis.

Illegal Waste Dump Pollutes Oxfordshire River

A massive illegal waste dump in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is leaching pollutants into the River Cherwell, with evidence pointing to potential large-scale corruption in local authority waste management. Urgent action is demanded.

Global E-Waste Hits 62 Million Tonnes Annually

The world produces 62 million tonnes of e-waste yearly, set to hit 82 million by 2030. Discover how to securely recycle your old devices and combat this growing environmental threat.

Fly-tipping 'mountain' threatens Oxfordshire river

A 10-metre high illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, described as an 'environmental catastrophe', threatens the River Cherwell. The clean-up cost may exceed the council's annual budget. Urgent action demanded.

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