Quebec's Lake Rouge vanishes in mysterious outburst flood
A northern Quebec lake vanished overnight, sending water 10km overland. Was it a freak natural event or caused by decades of logging and wildfires? Experts investigate.
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LA Wildfires: One Year Later, Scars and Slow Recovery
A year after the devastating Eaton fire tore through Altadena, Los Angeles, killing 31, we examine the lasting scars and slow path to recovery through powerful then-and-now images.
LA Wildfire Survivors: One Year After the 2025 Inferno
A year after catastrophic wildfires tore through Los Angeles, three survivors share their harrowing escape, the struggle to rebuild, and the haunting memories that remain. Discover their journey.
LA Wildfires: One Year On, Rebuilding Remains Slow
A year after catastrophic wildfires decimated Los Angeles neighbourhoods, rebuilding efforts crawl as residents face financial hurdles and fears of future disasters. Can the city become resilient?
Toxic Homes Haunt LA Wildfire Survivors a Year Later
One year after the devastating Eaton fire, residents of Altadena, California, are returning to homes contaminated with lead and asbestos, battling insurance companies and a lack of official guidance.
How to properly clean your reusable water bottle
Reusable water bottles are a breeding ground for bacteria like E. coli. Experts reveal the essential cleaning steps you're likely missing to protect your health.
Australian Cities Face LA-Scale Wildfire Threat
A new report warns suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and other capitals are at risk of catastrophic fires like the 2025 LA blazes. Experts urge immediate action on preparedness and emissions.
Sewage in Water Kills 10 in India's 'Cleanest City'
At least 10 people have died and hundreds hospitalised in Indore after sewage leaked into the drinking water supply, exposing a crisis beneath the city's clean reputation. Read the full investigation.
Mother and daughter die after Christmas meal 'poisoning'
A mother and daughter in Italy died after a Christmas dinner investigators suspect was laced with rat poison. The family's flour mill had a recent rodent infestation. Read the full investigation.
Toxic soil found at hundreds of Detroit demolition sites
Hundreds of Detroit home demolition sites may be contaminated with toxic chemicals like lead and asbestos, creating a public health threat. Experts warn of mismanagement.
2025's Extreme Weather Pushes UK Nature to Its Limits
The National Trust's annual audit reveals how heat, drought, and wildfires have severely damaged UK habitats and wildlife in 2025, with experts warning these are alarm signals we cannot ignore.
Wildfires cause 46% spike in LA heart attack cases
A new study reveals a dramatic 46% increase in heart attacks and a 218% rise in blood abnormalities after the Palisades and Eaton fires, matching the worst Covid years. Discover the alarming health impacts.
LA wildfire survivors face bleak Christmas in temporary homes
Survivors of the devastating Los Angeles wildfire face a sombre Christmas in temporary housing, with many still awaiting permanent homes and grappling with trauma.
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.
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.
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.
Record UK wildfires burn 47,026 hectares in 2025
UK wildfires devastated more land in 2025 than any year since records began, with firefighters warning of dangerous underpreparedness for climate crisis impacts.
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.
First Home Rebuilt After Los Angeles Wildfires
The first home has been rebuilt after devastating Los Angeles wildfires, marking a crucial milestone in community recovery. Discover the journey of resilience and renewal.
Quebec lake mysteriously empties after wildfires
Lac Rouge in Quebec has completely drained, with experts pointing to wildfire damage and logging as contributing factors. Discover how forest protection matters.
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.
Palisades Fire Aftermath: LA's Most Destructive Wildfire
The Pacific Palisades fire, LA's most destructive wildfire, killed 12 and destroyed 6800 structures. The Guardian seeks stories from survivors facing the holidays after losing everything.
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.
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