Adult adoptees are taking desperate measures to obtain their family ‘health histories’

Adult adoptees are calling for access to genetic testing to address the ‘health gap’ caused by their lack of information about genetically inherited conditions.

Katharine Quarmby Sep 6, 2026

Pollution

More than 50 rivers polluted by toxic chemicals used to treat fleas on pets

Wildlife is under threat from water pollution caused by pesticides which are hazardous, widespread and persist for years.

Rob Edwards Sep 4, 2026

Environment

Three-quarters of 'sustainable' salmon farms broke environmental rules. None lost their accreditation.

We looked at inspection reports from the body which certifies “highest standard” farms with a public-facing ‘green tick’ — and found there have been breaches of its rules at dozens of fish farms.

Daniel Shailer Aug 30, 2026

Court Cavendish

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Politics and power

Scottish care homes owned by the Chinese state in tax havens

Dozens of Scotland’s care home buildings are owned by companies based in tax havens and controlled by global hedge

Joe Lo, Gordon Winter Jul 7, 2020