High PFAS Levels Found in European Cereal Products
A new study finds concerning levels of persistent PFAS chemicals in popular cereal products across Europe, raising health alarms. Discover the findings and what they mean for consumers.
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Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Threatens Pork Exports
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle as MP calls for CEO to resign.
Argentina's Arsenic Water Crisis Poisons Rural Families
In Argentina's arid north, families like the Bustamantes drink water with arsenic 60 times safe limits, causing bone pain and cancer. Discover the human cost of this public health emergency.
Santos Fracking Plan Sparks Northern Territory Water Fears
Santos proposes drilling 12 fracking wells in the Beetaloo basin, raising major concerns over groundwater contamination and a potential NT fracking rush. Learn the environmental risks.
US Navy accused of San Francisco plutonium cover-up
The US Navy allegedly knew of dangerous airborne plutonium levels at Hunters Point shipyard for 11 months before alerting officials. Discover the health risks and ongoing cover-up.
Australia's New Environmental Laws: 7 Key Changes
Australia's landmark environmental reforms introduce stricter scrutiny for logging and new EPA, but concerns remain about ministerial powers. Discover the key changes.
Britain's 1988 mass poisoning scandal exposed
A powerful BBC documentary reveals the shocking truth about Britain's biggest mass poisoning in Cornwall and victims' 36-year fight for justice.
Artificial Pitch Causes Footballer's Failed Doping Test
Vålerenga calls for anti-doping changes after player ingested banned substance from rubber crumb pitch. Landmark case highlights environmental risks in sport.
BBC's Poison Water Documentary on Cornwall Scandal
A harrowing BBC documentary investigates the 1988 mass water poisoning in Cornwall, revealing victims' stories and the fight for a public inquiry. Discover the truth tonight.
Corby families seek truth about cancer and toxic waste
After her son's leukaemia diagnosis, Alison Gaffney leads 130 Corby families demanding answers about toxic waste from the former steelworks. Public health analysis due this month.
Man contaminates colleague's ice cream with semen
Shocking CCTV shows Brazilian office worker allegedly pouring semen on female colleague's dessert. Police confirm repeat offender arrested after similar 2023 incident.
California farms sprayed 15m lbs of PFAS on crops
Shocking study reveals California farms applied 15 million pounds of PFAS 'forever chemicals' to food crops between 2018-2023, posing serious health risks to consumers and farmworkers.
Asbestos in Play Sand Prompts School Closures
Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
Asbestos in Play Sand Forces School Closures Across UK
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Asbestos in play sand forces school closures
Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.
ACT Schools Close Due to Asbestos in Play Sand
More than 70 public schools in Canberra closed as a precaution after asbestos was found in children's play sand sold at Kmart and Target. Stay informed on the latest developments.
650 million plastic beads pollute Sussex coastline
Millions of toxic plastic beads from Southern Water spill are spreading along Sussex coast, threatening wildlife and tourism. Join the cleanup effort.
Climate Change: The Urgent Reality We Must Face
As climate impacts intensify globally, experts warn against complacency. Discover why immediate climate action remains critical for our future.
Texas shrimper stalls Exxon's $10bn plastics facility
Diane Wilson, a 77-year-old shrimper, successfully challenged ExxonMobil's planned $10bn plastics plant in Texas through legal action, highlighting growing community resistance against fossil fuel expansion.
Climate Activists Blockade COP30 Summit in Protest
Climate activists blockade COP30 summit, demanding immediate action as tensions rise over fossil fuel phase-out. Follow the latest developments from the critical climate conference.
London judge rules BHP liable for Brazil dam disaster
A London judge has ruled BHP Group liable for the 2015 Samarco dam collapse in Brazil, a disaster that killed 19 and caused widespread environmental devastation. Read the full story.
High Court finds BHP liable for Brazil dam disaster
Mining giant BHP found legally responsible for Brazil's worst environmental disaster that killed 19 people. Landmark ruling affects 700,000 claimants in historic case.
UK court rules BHP liable for Brazil dam collapse
London's High Court finds mining giant BHP responsible for Brazil's worst environmental disaster. Learn how this landmark ruling advances corporate accountability.
Judgment due in BHP Brazilian dam collapse case
The High Court in London will deliver its judgment on the £36bn claim against BHP over Brazil's Fundão dam collapse, a disaster that killed 19 and caused an environmental catastrophe.
EU Becomes Global Climate Leader Despite Backlash
The European Union has positioned itself as the world's leading force for climate action while facing growing anti-green sentiment. Discover how Brussels is defending environmental policies.
Australia's Environmental Law Reform: Labor's Dilemma
Australia's Labor government faces critical choice on environmental laws. Will they partner with climate vandals or deliver genuine reform? The future of biodiversity hangs in balance.
Labour MPs told to vote down wildlife protection amendment
Housing Secretary Steve Reed instructs Labour MPs to reject a Lords amendment protecting British wildlife from new planning rules. Critics warn of 'cash to trash' ecological damage. Vote set for Thursday.
Sainsbury's recalls chicken over milk allergen risk
Sainsbury's has issued an urgent product recall for its JS Free From Breaded Mini Fillets due to milk contamination. Customers with allergies should return the product immediately for a full refund.
Peter Archer's legacy in housing and community regeneration
Discover how Peter Archer revolutionised housing for the elderly and disabled, transforming communities from Bristol to New Delhi. Learn about his enduring impact on urban regeneration.
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