College basketball coach suspended over water break abuse
Wagner College basketball coach Donald Spinner has been suspended following disturbing allegations of denying players water breaks as punishment during intense training sessions.
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Emergency water bans imposed in Southeast UK amid heatwave
Southern Water declares 'essential use only' emergency for thousands in West Sussex, Kent, and Hampshire as reservoir levels plummet during prolonged heatwave.
New Water Rules to Save UK Families £100 a Year
Millions of British households are set for cheaper water bills as regulators unveil a major crackdown on water company profits, promising significant savings and cleaner rivers.
Woman's husband tried to erase her past in coercive control nightmare
A woman shares her harrowing story of coercive control, revealing how her husband systematically erased her past, isolated her from loved ones, and attempted to destroy her identity before she found the strength to escape.
Water firms to pay £194 to millions after failure
Thames Water and other major suppliers are forced to pay £194 to customers after missing key performance targets on sewage, supply, and pollution. Find out if you're due compensation.
Urgent Hosepipe Ban Warning for UK Households
Millions of Britons face imminent garden hose restrictions as water companies issue urgent drought warnings. Discover the essential actions to avoid fines and protect supplies during the heatwave.
Stop Flushing Wet Wipes: The £100M UK Blockage Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how a nationwide 'flush-and-forget' habit is causing sewage chaos, environmental damage, and adding millions to water bills. Discover the shocking truth about what really happens after you flush.
Teen boyfriend used my nudes to blackmail me for sex
A brave survivor reveals how her teenage boyfriend used intimate images as a weapon of coercion, trapping her in a cycle of sexual abuse and blackmail. Her story exposes a terrifying modern form of abuse plaguing young people.
Pakistan's 'Water God' Statue Sparks Religious Tension
A controversial statue of a 'water god' in Pakistan's Punjab province has ignited religious tensions and drawn attention to the region's severe water scarcity issues, prompting official action.
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.
Santa Monica faces bankruptcy over £230m abuse scandal
The City of Santa Monica faces financial catastrophe and potential bankruptcy as it grapples with a devastating £230 million settlement for a historic child sex abuse scandal at its public schools.
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.
New Orleans Archdiocese $100m Sex Abuse Settlement
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans has reached a historic $100 million settlement with over 300 survivors of childhood sexual abuse, a pivotal moment in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
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.
Daughter of Abuser Voluntarily Enters NSW Prison After His Death
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
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.
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.
Priest accused of 'God-approved' abuse of altar boy
A Florida Catholic priest is facing a lawsuit after an altar boy alleges he was sexually abused for years and told the acts were 'God-approved'. The shocking case reveals a alleged pattern of grooming and manipulation.
New Orleans Jesuits agree $100m clergy abuse settlement
The Society of Jesus agrees to a landmark $100 million settlement with over 450 abuse survivors in New Orleans, marking one of the largest clergy abuse payouts in US history.
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.
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