Katherine Ryan's Husband Hospitalised After Water Overdose
Comedian Katherine Ryan's husband Bobby Kootstra opens up about his extreme water consumption that led to alarming health consequences and hospital visit.
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Five UK water companies face government crackdown over pollution
Exclusive investigation reveals five major water companies including Thames Water and Anglian Water face potential special measures after repeated environmental breaches. Discover which suppliers are failing customers and the environment.
Thames Water: Temporary Renationalisation Looms
As Thames Water teeters on the brink of collapse, temporary state control appears increasingly inevitable. Explore the financial quagmire and why renationalisation might be the least worst option for Britain's largest water company.
Thames Water faces High Court over £18bn debt crisis
Britain's largest water company Thames Water is locked in a legal battle with regulator Ofwat as it struggles with £18 billion debt and potential collapse, threatening London's water supply.
Thames Water Collapse Fears: Government Prepares Contingency
Exclusive: Thames Water faces High Court hearing as government contingency plans are revealed amid fears of financial collapse affecting 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley.
Thames Water Faces High Court Winding-Up Petition
Britain's largest water supplier Thames Water confronts potential collapse as creditors file High Court petition over unpaid debts, raising concerns about London's water security.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Comedian Ken Flores' Cause of Death Revealed After 7 Months
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has officially determined the cause of death for beloved comedian Ken Flores, seven months after his tragic passing at age 46. The report confirms acute methamphetamine intoxication as the contributing factor.
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.
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.
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