Parents' smoking ages teenagers biologically
Shocking new research shows teenagers with smoking parents age faster biologically, facing increased risk of cancer and heart disease regardless of their own habits.
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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.
Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years
Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.
Smoking kills 8 million people a year, report reveals
A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.
Ancient Britons smoke-dried bodies in mummification breakthrough
Groundbreaking discovery by Scottish archaeologists reveals ancient Britons used sophisticated smoke-drying techniques for mummification, rewriting our understanding of Bronze Age burial practices.
California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages
A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.
Bryan Brown Hospitalised After Terrifying House Fire
Veteran Australian actor Bryan Brown, 76, suffers smoke inhalation and minor injuries after a devastating fire ripped through his Northern Rivers property. The Crocodile Dundee star and wife Rachel Ward escape the blaze that destroyed their outbuilding an
Fire survivor's urgent warning: This device saved my family
A mother who escaped a devastating house fire issues a life-saving plea to all homeowners after a simple, inexpensive device gave her family crucial minutes to escape. Discover why this safety check could be the most important thing you do today.
Climate Crisis Fuels Extreme Iberian Wildfire Weather
A new scientific report reveals human-induced climate change is dramatically increasing the likelihood of extreme fire weather conditions in the Iberian Peninsula, with temperatures soaring 4-6°C above normal.
Fathers' smoking before conception harms child health
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol establishes a direct link between paternal smoking before conception and increased health risks for children, including asthma, obesity, and weakened immune systems.
Yonkers Chemical Warehouse Fire Sparks Toxic Smoke Emergency
A major emergency response is underway in Yonkers after a ferocious warehouse fire sent plumes of potentially hazardous chemical smoke billowing across residential areas, prompting urgent safety warnings.
Vape Smoke Sabotage at Adventure Park Sparks Outrage
A mother's shocking account of how a stranger deliberately blew thick vape smoke at her children during a family day out at a UK adventure park has sparked outrage. The incident, caught on camera, raises serious concerns about public behaviour and child w
Firefighter Arrested by Border Patrol During Wildfire Response
A wildland firefighter was detained by US Border Patrol agents en route to a critical wildfire response in Washington state, raising serious questions about the intersection of immigration enforcement and emergency operations.
Apocalyptic Cyprus Wildfires Kill Two, Destroy Luxury Villas
A catastrophic wildfire, suspected to be sparked by a discarded cigarette, has torn through Cyprus, claiming two lives and reducing multi-million pound luxury villas to ash in an apocalyptic scene.
Border Patrol Arrests Elite Washington Firefighters
Exclusive: US Border Patrol agents have detained multiple firefighters from an elite Washington State crew, throwing critical wildfire operations into chaos and sparking a major political row over immigration enforcement priorities.
CA Wildfire Survivor's Incredible Act of Kindness
In the ashes of the devastating Eaton wildfire in Altadena, California, a heartwarming story emerges as a local man, who lost his own home, dedicates himself to helping his neighbours recover and rebuild.
Europe's Brutal Wildfire Season Ignites Early
Southern Europe is on high alert as an early and aggressive wildfire season ignites, with Greece and Turkey battling fierce blazes exacerbated by extreme heat and strong winds, raising fears of a catastrophic summer.
Controlled Explosions Deployed in Yorkshire Moorland Fire Fight
Fire crews are using explosive charges to combat a significant wildfire on Saddleworth Moor, West Yorkshire, with smoke visible for miles. Authorities advise residents to keep windows closed.
North Yorkshire Moors Blaze: Major Firefighting Operation
Emergency services battle large-scale moorland fire near Scarborough as dry conditions fuel blaze. Crews work through the night to protect nearby villages.
Firefighter dies in Montana helicopter crash during wildfire response
A tragic helicopter crash in Montana claims the life of a firefighter battling Oregon's massive wildfires, as officials mourn the loss of a dedicated first responder.
Dartmoor Wildfire: Tourists Evacuated Near Haytor
Holidaymakers were forced to flee a raging moorland blaze on Dartmoor as thick smoke billowed across the Devon countryside. Emergency services remain on the scene tackling the major incident.
French Helicopter Crew Survives Miraculous Wildfire Crash
Dramatic footage captures the moment a French emergency helicopter spirals out of control and crashes while battling wildfires. Against all odds, the entire crew survives the harrowing incident in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region.
UK Bank Holiday Heatwave Sparks Critical Wildfire Alert
The UK's late May bank holiday brings a severe heatwave, pushing temperatures to 30°C and triggering critical 'very high' fire danger alerts. As Europe's wildfire season ignites early, experts warn of tinderbox conditions from Greece to Portugal.
Hawaii Confirms Final Lahaina Wildfire Death Toll: 101 Lives Lost
Authorities in Hawaii have concluded the official count of fatalities from the devastating August 2023 Lahaina wildfire, confirming 101 deaths. The painstaking identification process, involving advanced DNA analysis, is now complete, bringing a sombre clo
Napa Valley Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations
A rapidly expanding wildfire, the 'Hennessey Fire,' is tearing through Napa County, California, prompting urgent evacuations, threatening homes and vineyards, and casting a dense, hazardous smoke plume over the renowned wine region.
UK to pay £2.9m for Kenya wildfire started by troops
The UK government has agreed to pay millions in compensation to Kenyan victims after British Army training exercises ignited devastating wildfires that destroyed homes and livelihoods.
Smoke Bomb Raiders Storm Chelsea Pawnbroker in Dramatic Heist
Shocking moment a gang of four masked robbers unleash a smoke bomb inside a prestigious Chelsea pawnbrokers in a failed daylight raid. Exclusive CCTV footage shows the chaotic scene and their escape on a moped.
Labour's rewilding plans a 'tinderbox' risk, warn farmers
Exclusive: Labour's ambitious rewilding policy faces a fierce backlash from the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which warns the plans could turn the British countryside into a dry, flammable tinderbox, dramatically increasing the risk of deva
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