People and pets are being warned to avoid entering the water at the first official bathing site on the River Thames in south-west London due to toxic algae, amid public anger over Thames Water’s plans.

A 14-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene on London’s Isle of Dogs after going into the River Thames.

An 11-year-old girl tragically died after an accidental drowning in the River Thames. Her body was recovered after two weeks of extensive searching, and an inquest determined her death was accidental.

London experienced "The Great Stink" in 1858 during a heatwave, caused by the heavily polluted River Thames, which ultimately prompted the development of the city's modern sewer system.

Water samples are assessed for pollution levels and any impact climate pressures may be having on the river system.

During the latest heatwave, the body of a boy was recovered from a pond in Kent, and another teenager died in the River Thames in Oxford. These incidents add to the growing number of water-related deaths in the UK.

Celebrities Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton successfully opposed plans to construct a 29-story tower near the River Thames, with a planning inspector backing the council's rejection.

Campaigners in Henley are urging for improvements to bathing water rules in England after a section of the River Thames failed to qualify for bathing water status, citing poor water quality and insufficient bather numbers.

Britain's 1,640-foot-long National Covid Memorial Wall, featuring over a quarter million hearts representing lives lost during the pandemic, stretches along the River Thames across from Parliament.

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A father was arrested after allegedly throwing three kittens into the River Thames while intoxicated, reportedly yelling 'let them die'.

The River Thames in London, once declared biologically dead in 1957, has undergone a remarkable recovery and now supports a vibrant ecosystem, including sharks and seals, thanks to decades of pollution management.

An 11-year-old child, Kaliyah, tragically died from immersion in the River Thames, reportedly while attempting to retrieve a friend's shoe. The coroner confirmed the cause of death.

A dead dolphin was found on the bank of the River Thames, with experts suggesting that an increase in dolphin deaths may be linked to climate change.

New research is examining the River Thames for microplastic pollution levels and assessing the impact of climate pressures on the river system.

"Mudlarks," a group of treasure hunters, are revealing centuries-old secrets and artifacts from the River Thames, shedding light on historical finds.

The River Thames in London has received its first official bathing water designation at Ham, making it one of 13 new swimming areas in England to be monitored for water quality.

A new initiative proposes creating a nature corridor extending from the Lee Valley Regional Park to the River Thames via Tower Hamlets, with the goal of enhancing biodiversity within London.

A recommended activity in London involves navigating the River Thames to Greenwich, where visitors can explore the Greenwich Observatory, the Prime Meridian, and learn about navigation and time changes.

London police plan to use marine units on the River Thames as a 'new, bespoke tactic' to separate Al Quds protest and counter-protests, warning of disorder despite a march ban.

Thirteen locations along the River Thames have been shortlisted for designated bathing water status, a move that could pose challenges for Thames Water's nearby recycling schemes.

England's aging water infrastructure is leading to sewage being discharged into the River Thames, fueling public anger over the dilapidated network and high water fees, with nationalization estimated to cost over £100 billion.

Two private islands on the River Thames, historically associated with the romance of King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, are set to go to auction with a reduced guide price after failing to sell last year.

The centuries-old British tradition of royal swan counting, known as Swan Upping, has once again commenced on the River Thames, serving both as a confirmation of royal ownership and a conservation effort.

The annual Henley Royal Regatta has commenced in Henley-on-Thames, featuring rowing competitions and a display of traditional style on the River Thames.

Contrary to common perception, Britain's busiest lifeboat station is situated on the River Thames, not along the country's coastline.

Prominent rock musicians successfully intervened to stop the construction of a 'kitschy' skyscraper planned along the River Thames. Their collective opposition led to the project's halt.

Thirteen new official bathing sites are set to open across England, including the first ever spot on the River Thames in London, as the bathing season begins.

A new book by Patrick Radden Keefe, 'London Falling,' investigates the 2019 death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler, who leapt into the River Thames. The book explores the teenager's mysterious double life.

Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames.

UK police to use River Thames to keep pro-Iranian rally apart from opponents  Reuters