Prince Andrew Plateau Faces Renaming Over Epstein Scandal
New Zealand's Geographic Board considers renaming the Prince Andrew Plateau, a 24,278ft Antarctic landmark, following a public complaint about the disgraced royal's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Category : Pollution
Mexico announces crackdown on industrial pollution after Guardian investigation
Mexico announces $4.8m fines and new air monitoring after Guardian investigation reveals heavy-metal contamination near US waste processing plant.
Nepal to scrap Everest waste deposit scheme over cheating concerns
Nepal scraps Everest waste deposit scheme after it failed to reduce rubbish, replacing it with a non-refundable clean-up fee.
Fleetwood's Fishing Heritage Replaced by Landfill Stench
Fleetwood residents suffer from landfill stench and health fears as toxic chemicals leak into river, with concerns over long-term costs.
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Dog poo side hustle pockets me £24K a year
Derbyshire man Kyle Newby earns £24K a year picking up dog poo as a side hustle, helping elderly and disabled customers.
Swinney Urged to Halt Hyperscale AI Data Centres Over Pollution
John Swinney faces calls to halt hyperscale AI data centre plans after a proposed site in Fife would produce more air pollution than the Mossmorran gas plant, with fears of grid strain and health impacts.
LA Warehouse Fire Triggers Shelter-in-Place Order
A 500,000 sq-ft cold storage facility in Los Angeles caught fire, releasing toxic ammonia smoke. Residents were ordered to shelter in place as firefighters battled the blaze from air and ground.
Tahoe Residents Fight Glyphosate Spray Plan on Public Lands
Lake Tahoe residents and officials are opposing a US Forest Service plan to spray glyphosate and other herbicides on public lands to restore areas damaged by the 2021 Caldor fire, citing cancer risks and environmental concerns.
Glamping Site Rejected Over Noise from Alpaca Field
A glamping proposal near Abergavenny was refused due to fears that noise from up to 28 guests would disturb nearby residents, with an appeal also dismissed.
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Mum fined £150 for kale leaf in trolley while volunteering
Monica Serro was collecting food for vulnerable people when an enforcement officer fined her for dropping a kale leaf in a trolley at Sainsbury's. The fine was later cancelled.
Sewage Spills Hit 11 Welsh Beaches in 48 Hours
Sewage discharge has been reported at 11 beaches across Wales in just 48 hours, with Surfers Against Sewage issuing real-time alerts for affected locations.
Government Sewage Plan Labelled 'Cruel Joke' and 'Licence to Pollute'
Opposition parties condemn new government plan to tackle sewage crisis as weak, with targets set for 2035 and 2050, while water bills rise.
Norwich Households Face £300 Fines for Wood Burners
Norwich City Council plans to expand smoke control areas, fining households up to £300 for wood burner use despite public opposition. Over half of respondents rejected the policy.
Tackling Far-Right Hate in the Age of Social Media
As far-right groups exploit social media to incite violence and division, experts call for urgent action to counter online radicalisation and protect communities.
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Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
Citizen scientists uncover severe sewage pollution in UK rivers, prompting calls for urgent action.
Diesel Generator Plan in Children's Play Area Rejected
Tower Hamlets Council rejected Ballymore's plan to install a diesel generator in a children's play area at a new Isle of Dogs development, citing air quality concerns for vulnerable children.
England Fans Warned of £180 Fine for Watching World Cup on ITVX
England fans watching the World Cup clash against Croatia on ITVX could face a £180 charge if they don't have a TV Licence, as live broadcasts require one regardless of the platform.
Thousands of Acres of Woodland to Be Planted Along Rivers to Combat Flooding
UK government to plant nearly 8,000 acres of woodland along rivers to manage flood risks, improve water quality, and boost wildlife.
Study Reveals Stark North-South Air Pollution Inequality
Study finds low-income communities in northern English cities face up to 33% more air pollution than wealthier neighbours, with Leeds and Sheffield showing over 40% disparity.
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Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 35 Years On, Victims Still Wait for Justice
35 years after Bhopal gas tragedy, victims still suffer with no cleanup or justice; toxic waste spreads, mortality rates remain high.
AI Boom in 2025 Causes CO2 Emissions Equivalent to New York City, Study Finds
AI boom in 2025 causes CO2 emissions equal to New York City, with water use exceeding global bottled-water demand, study finds.
Dead Fish and Toxic Foam Plague Norfolk's River Thet
Dead fish and toxic foam found on Norfolk's River Thet; Environment Agency investigates unknown pollutant.
London, San Francisco and Beijing Achieve ‘Remarkable Reductions’ in Air Pollution
London, San Francisco and Beijing are among 19 cities that have cut air pollution by over 20% since 2010, according to a new analysis.
England's swimming waters five times more polluted than EU, research finds
England's bathing waters are five times more polluted than EU, with 8.4% rated poor, the highest in Europe, prompting warnings of becoming 'dirty man of Europe'.
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‘Wet Wipe Island’ Forms in Thames at Hammersmith Bridge
A massive pile of wet wipes, dubbed 'Wet Wipe Island', has formed in the Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, prompting a costly cleanup operation.
England's Sewage Crisis: Northern Rivers Hit Hardest as Spills Reach Record High
Northern English rivers worst hit as sewage spills hit record high in 2023, with Irwell valley topping the list.
Wood Burner Pollution Linked To Deadly Sleep Condition
Australian study finds wood burner smoke causes deaths comparable to bushfires; indoor use also linked to reduced life expectancy.
Kent Residents Furious Over Water Outages
Kent residents face water outages during heatwave; South East Water criticised for poor service and high bills.
Fury in Kent as South East Water Outage Leaves Thousands Without Supply in Heatwave
Thousands in Kent left without water during heatwave; South East Water blames demand but faces fury over lack of storage and poor response.
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Sewage Repeatedly Pumped into Welsh River Kenfig Prompts Investigation
Natural Resources Wales investigates repeated sewage discharges into the River Kenfig, causing foul odours, discoloured water, and wildlife damage in a nature reserve.
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