Fishermen on al-Qarsaya island in Cairo are abandoning traditional fishing for plastic waste collection due to severe pollution in the Nile, with initiatives like VeryNile offering higher incomes and environmental cleanup.
Two women were filmed brazenly dumping rubbish from their ute tray onto a country road in Kenwick, Perth, despite clear warning signs about hefty fines for illegal waste disposal.
British tourists visiting Tunisia's popular Yasmine Hammamet beach are encountering shocking levels of plastic waste, with bottles and bags littering the golden sands, despite the country's rising visitor numbers.
Richard Madeley and Kate Garraway delivered distressing news about 1.26 million fly-tipping incidents, leaving a guest distraught over a farmer's £50,000 cleanup bill.
A bakery employee in Sydney's Coogee has been dismissed after being filmed pouring used cooking oil into a stormwater drain, sparking environmental concerns and a council investigation.
New analysis reveals that microwaving plastic containers, even those labelled 'microwave-safe', can release thousands of microplastic particles and harmful chemicals into food, posing health risks.
Joseph Bullman's Channel 4 drama Dirty Business exposes the decade-long fight against water companies dumping raw sewage into UK waterways, with viewers expressing fury over the environmental crisis.
Sydney Water's Malabar treatment plant faces a massive fatberg and poo balls, highlighting urban waste challenges and environmental impacts in Australia's largest city.
A small dog was caught on CCTV apparently fly-tipping rubbish in a bizarre incident that has sparked local outrage and calls for action.
A man in Catania, Sicily, trained his dog to dump rubbish bags illegally to avoid surveillance cameras. Police fined him, calling the act 'cunning and wrong' as Italy battles rising fly-tipping offences.
A dog was recorded on CCTV in Sicily, Italy, participating in a fly-tipping incident, raising questions about animal behavior and waste management.
Across Australia, citizen scientists are taking action against plastic pollution in waterways, from Melbourne's creeks to remote Arnhem Land beaches, amid regulatory gaps.
Major brands use plastic packaging labelled as 'circular' and climate-friendly, but experts reveal it contains minimal recycled material and relies on fossil fuels.
A Lancet study projects health impacts from plastics, like cancers and respiratory illnesses, will more than double by 2040, driven by emissions and pollution, urging system change.
A landmark study reveals health impacts from plastics emissions could more than double by 2040, with greenhouse gases and air pollution driving respiratory illnesses and cancers.
A recent investigation has cast doubt on years of microplastic research, suggesting potential laboratory contamination or misidentification of natural substances in studies.
Recent analysis suggests earlier findings of plastic particles in human organs may be compromised by laboratory contamination and methodological issues, raising questions about the evidence.
A bombshell report reveals major scientific doubts over microplastics contamination studies in humans. Discover what it means for health and pollution concerns. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
New research reveals hot food and drink cause plastic containers to shed millions of microplastic particles. Choosing iced coffee could significantly reduce your exposure. Learn how to protect yourself.
Scientific self-correction is underway as 20 studies on microplastics in the human body face criticism. We explore the methodological concerns and the political risks of undermining public trust in science. Read the full analysis.
A scientific dispute over methods for detecting microplastics in human bodies risks stalling vital health research. Experts warn this 'ozone moment' requires urgent collaboration to counter industry doubt and protect public health.
Leading scientists challenge high-profile findings of microplastics in brains and placentas, citing potential false positives. Discover the real state of the science and what it means for your health.
New research reveals how hot drinks in plastic-lined cups release thousands of microplastic particles. Discover the risks and how to reduce your exposure.
From chewing gum to apples, discover the hidden sources of microplastic contamination in your diet and learn simple swaps to significantly reduce your exposure.
New research reveals plastic and plastic-lined coffee cups release thousands of microplastic particles into hot drinks. Discover the risks and how to reduce your exposure.
Exclusive: Major studies detecting microplastics in brains, hearts and placentas face scrutiny as experts warn of contamination errors and false positives. Discover the implications for public health and policy.
New research reveals PET microplastics from water bottles are toxic to pancreatic cells, causing cell death and metabolic dysfunction linked to diabetes. Urgent calls for policy action follow.
From chewing gum to apples, discover the unexpected foods harbouring microplastics. Learn expert-backed strategies to cut your daily intake and protect your health.
From chewing gum to apples, discover the unexpected foods harbouring microplastics and get expert advice on how to cut your daily intake of these contaminants.
A new global study exposes the widespread household burning of plastic for heat and cooking in developing countries, a hidden health and environmental crisis demanding urgent action.