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Changes to bathing water status test will deny rivers protection, say critics

Campaigners say introduction of feasibility test in England and Wales over bathing status is ‘snub to communities’

The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2025

Mongolia's Children Choke In Toxic Pollution

As she watched her five-month-old son lying in intensive care, wires and tubes crisscrossing his tiny body, Uyanga cursed her hometown Ulaanbaatar and its chronic pollution.

International Business Times · Mar 12, 2025

No evidence of foul play in North Sea ship collision, says minister

Mike Kane also told MPs there is currently ‘no sign of pollution’ from either of the vessels involved.

Evening Standard · Mar 11, 2025

The seven countries worldwide with the cleanest air – and those with the dirtiest

Most of the world has dirty air, with just 17 per cent of global cities meeting WHO air pollution guidelines

The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025

Only seven countries worldwide meet WHO dirty air guidelines, study shows

Annual survey by IQAir based on toxic PM2.5 particles reveals some progress in pollution levels in India and China

The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2025

UK and Welsh governments announce £1m fund to tackle River Wye pollution

The river’s water quality and wildlife has drastically declined after years of pollution from sewage discharges and industrial chicken farming.

Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2025

Colorado Residents Now Have a Way to ‘See’ the Toxic Emissions They Live With

High-tech camera reveals the pollutants spewing into the atmosphere, providing evidence for the state to investigate gas and oil operators.

Capital & Main · Mar 10, 2025

Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Researchers say problem could increase number of people at risk of starvation by 400m in next two decades

The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2025

Key questions answered on how the UK responds to oil spills

The UK is responding after an oil tanker sustained a ruptured tank following a collision with a carbo ship.

Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2025

Birds and seals at risk from North Sea crash, charity says

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds said the crash was close to the biggest gannet colony in England.

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2025