UK teen allergic to water where even crying causes pain
Abigail Beck, 19, has a rare condition called Aquagenic Urticaria. We explore her daily battle where showering, sweating, and even crying trigger painful allergic reactions.
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Woman Wakes Up Allergic To Everything In Medical Nightmare
A healthy young woman's life is turned upside down overnight by a devastating and rare allergy to almost everything. This is her shocking medical mystery story.
Lesotho Water Project Backfires: Damage & Debt for Villagers
Exclusive report from Lesotho reveals how a multi-million-pound African Development Bank water project has left villages with cracked homes, dry taps, and crippling debt instead of the promised clean water.
New Food Allergies Rising: Goat's Milk, Pine Nuts Risks
A leading immunologist reveals a surge in novel food allergies in UK adults, identifying unexpected culprits like buckwheat, goat's milk, and pine nuts. Discover the symptoms and why this trend is concerning experts.
Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025
Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.
Govt axes water social tariff as bills set to soar 44%
Exclusive: Government abandons promised social tariff for water bills, leaving struggling households across the UK to face crippling price hikes of up to 44% from Thames Water and other suppliers.
Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water
A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.
Water companies fined £500k for customer service failures
UK water regulators have slapped two major suppliers with hefty fines totalling over half a million pounds for severe customer service and complaints handling failures, impacting vulnerable households across England.
Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty
Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.
Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.
Supernanny Jo Frost's Terrifying Anaphylactic Shock Ordeal
TV's renowned Supernanny, Jo Frost, reveals her harrowing near-death experience from a severe nut allergy reaction, issuing a vital public warning on recognising anaphylaxis symptoms.
Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike
Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen
Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms
Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern
Sheffield Water Crisis: Sewage Spills and Supply Failures
Yorkshire Water is under fire for a series of incidents in Sheffield, including sewage discharges into a park and supply disruptions, raising serious questions about infrastructure and regulatory compliance.
UK Boil Water Alert Over Parasite Fears
Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
Winter Hosepipe Ban Threat as UK Reservoir Levels Plummet
Britain faces an unprecedented winter hosepipe ban as experts warn reservoir levels are critically low. Discover why recent rainfall isn't enough and what restrictions households may face.
Woman, 23, dies after suspected allergic reaction
A 23-year-old woman has tragically died following a suspected severe allergic reaction at a restaurant. The incident has sparked a police investigation and a wave of tributes.
Huge Sale On Leak-Proof Water Bottles
Beat the heat and save big! Huge discounts on premium, eco-friendly water bottles from Chilly's, Ocean Bottle, and more. Limited time offer for savvy shoppers.
Govt plans emergency Thames Water takeover amid debt crisis
Exclusive: Ministers and regulators prepare contingency plan for Thames Water's potential collapse as Britain's largest water supplier struggles under massive debt burden, raising concerns about bills and service delivery.
Leicester Water Crisis: Boil Tap Water After Major Fire
A huge industrial fire in Leicester has triggered a major public health alert, with thousands of residents told to boil tap water before use. Severn Trent Water issues urgent safety advice.
California's Secret Emergency Reservoir Revealed After 50 Years
An astonishing secret has been concealed for decades in the hills of San Mateo County. Discover the forbidden reservoir built for a crisis that never came and why officials are only now breaking their silence.
Bottled Water Exposed: The Shocking Truth Inside
Exclusive investigation reveals the hidden differences between leading bottled water brands and why your premium purchase might be no better than tap water.
Homeowner's nightmare over £16k water bill for hidden leak
A Brooklyn homeowner's life savings are threatened by a shock £16,000 water bill for a leak he didn't know about. Read his fight against the city's bureaucracy.
England's Water Crisis: The Leaking Truth
Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.
Oregon Court Halts CEO's Lavish Water Use in Landmark Ruling
A landmark ruling by the Oregon Supreme Court has blocked a tech CEO from using massive amounts of public drinking water for his mansion's extravagant amenities, setting a crucial precedent for water rights during droughts.
Manchester water crisis: Brown sludge from taps
Manchester residents are horrified as brown water flows from their taps, with United Utilities investigating potential contamination risks.
England's growing water crisis explained
England faces an unprecedented water shortage, with experts warning of dire consequences. Discover the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to this growing crisis.
Thames Water's £75bn reservoir may hike bills
Thames Water's proposed new reservoir in Abingdon may cost bill payers up to £75bn, sparking concerns over rising water charges.
Best Water Bottles UK: Top Picks for Hydration
Discover the best water bottles tested in the UK for durability, design, and eco-friendliness. Stay hydrated with our expert picks!
Chinese firm frontrunner to buy Thames Water
A major Chinese company is reportedly leading the race to buy Thames Water, the UK's largest water supplier, as it faces mounting debt and regulatory scrutiny.
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