Tunbridge Wells water outage forces school closures
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water, forcing multiple schools to close and causing major disruption. Get the full list of closures and latest updates.
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Kent Water Crisis: Schools Shut, 23,000 Affected
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.
Water crisis hits Tunbridge Wells, 24,000 affected
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face water shortages after treatment plant failure. Bottle stations overwhelmed as businesses close. Full restoration expected Sunday.
Water companies issue £10.5bn green bonds amid pollution
England's water industry raised billions through green bonds while facing sewage pollution criticism. Discover how environmental financing meets corporate controversy.
Sydney recycling plant explosion rains concrete debris
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
Europe's water reserves drying up due to climate
Exclusive analysis reveals Europe's freshwater reserves are shrinking, with southern regions hardest hit. Scientists warn of 'far-reaching' implications for food security and water supply.
Brothers save 50 shipping containers of clothes from landfill
Discover how two brothers built a £10 million business rescuing designer and celebrity-worn clothing from landfill, recycling 1,500 items daily and preventing fashion waste.
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.
The 20 Best Films Set on Water – Ranked!
Dive into our definitive ranking of the 20 greatest films set on ships, boats and barges. From Jaws to Titanic, discover which aquatic masterpiece claims the top spot.
Romania achieves 94% recycling rate in two years
Romania's deposit return scheme transforms recycling habits, achieving 94% collection rate for beverage packaging. Discover how this EU success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
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.
5,400 UK Jobs from Plastic Recycling Boost
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m annual economic value by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Support UK recycling now!
1 in 7 English Bathing Spots Polluted
New data reveals one in seven English bathing waters are polluted, with famous beaches like Scarborough and Bognor Regis deemed unsafe for swimming. Discover the causes and government response.
650+ Jobs at Risk as Unimetals Files for Liquidation
Over 650 UK jobs are in jeopardy after scrap metal firm Unimetals filed for compulsory liquidation. The company failed to secure a buyer after its 2023 acquisition.
Unimetals Recycling collapses, 650 jobs at risk
One of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, Unimetals Recycling, has collapsed into liquidation, putting approximately 650 jobs in immediate danger. Discover the full story behind the failure.
Unimetals liquidation puts 650 UK jobs at risk
Unimetals Group, a major UK metals recycler, is on the brink of collapse, threatening 650 jobs just weeks before Christmas. Read the full story on the crisis.
15-year-old girl drowns in River Severn accident
Holli Smallman, 15, tragically drowned after slipping into fast-flowing River Severn while playing with friends. Family warns of open water dangers.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strike are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Castle Water bids £1bn extra for Thames Water rescue
Castle Water proposes additional £1bn cash injection for Thames Water, criticising current restructuring plans as inadequate for solving pollution crisis. Read the latest developments.
Global e-waste to hit 82 million tonnes by 2030
The world generates 62 million tonnes of e-waste annually, set to reach 82 million by 2030. Discover how to responsibly recycle your old devices and protect sensitive data.
Morrisons Installs SpotlessWater Stations Across UK
Morrisons partners with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 ultra-pure water stations. Find the full locations list and pricing details for this new sustainable service.
Colorado River states miss water management deadline
Western US states fail to agree on Colorado River water management plan, threatening supplies for 40 million people. Urgent action needed as climate crisis worsens.
Israel Attacks Palestinian Water Sources 250+ Times
New data reveals Israeli forces and settlers have attacked Palestinian water infrastructure over 250 times since 2020, creating a public health catastrophe in Gaza and West Bank.
Water bosses lose bonuses as Ofwat cracks down
Regulator blocks executive payouts at six water companies amid public outrage over sewage spills and service failures. New rules give Ofwat power to veto bonuses.
India's toxic trash mountains: A human crisis
An investigative report reveals the dangerous lives of waste pickers working on India's towering landfill sites, where toxic conditions and exploitation create a cycle of poverty and environmental damage.
Water firms seek double charging for sewage fixes
Water companies could bill households twice for infrastructure repairs to tackle sewage pollution under new Ofwat proposals being challenged in court by environmental campaigners.
UK Water Alert: Forever Chemicals Action Ordered
The Drinking Water Inspectorate has been directed to take immediate measures as potentially harmful PFAS chemicals are detected in UK water supplies, raising serious health concerns nationwide.
EasyJet recycles crew uniforms into school outfits
EasyJet launches groundbreaking sustainability initiative, recycling thousands of outdated crew uniforms into school uniforms for children across the UK in partnership with British sustainable fashion brand YesFriends.
Great Barrier Reef Pipeline Sparks Environmental Fury
A controversial plan to construct a massive pipeline from the Great Barrier Reef to drought-stricken western Queensland has ignited fierce debate, pitting environmental concerns against regional water security needs.
Scotland's mystery tea bags baffle scientists
A strange phenomenon in Scotland has scientists baffled - tea bags that refuse to decompose, leading to a nationwide investigation into what makes them so durable and what it reveals about our waste crisis.
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