Neighbour saves family from Wigan house fire
A quick-thinking neighbour used a ladder to rescue a father and his two teenage daughters from a devastating house fire in Leigh, Wigan, just a week before Christmas. The family lost everything.
A quick-thinking neighbour used a ladder to rescue a father and his two teenage daughters from a devastating house fire in Leigh, Wigan, just a week before Christmas. The family lost everything.
A heroic neighbour used a ladder to rescue a father and his two teenage daughters from a devastating house fire in Leigh, Wigan, just days before Christmas. The family lost everything.
A significant fire involving several lorries and trailers is burning near Methil Harbour, Fife. Seven fire crews are tackling the blaze. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
A three-year-old cat was rescued after being listed for sale for just £30 on the second-hand clothes site Vinted. The charity founder who bought him says the low price shows 'no value on his life'.
Members of local swim clubs held a poignant minute's silence at Bondi Beach before a commemorative swim, honouring the victims of the recent terror attack on the Jewish community. Discover how Sydney's iconic shore embodies resilience.
US Marshals find 43 missing children, including a one-year-old, in a major sex trafficking sting across North Florida. Nine arrests made. Read the full story.
A major fire involving a truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in NSW. Authorities warn of toxic vapour clouds and multi-day disruptions. Read the latest on this critical incident.
A woman accused of murdering two Colombian schoolgirls with poisoned chocolate raspberries was rescued from the River Thames in London. The fugitive was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice. Read the full story.
The AA has launched a new app to make breakdowns less stressful. Drivers can now report issues digitally, share their exact GPS location instantly, and get help faster, even on dark country roads.
When a pigeon fell from the sky, Jack Chadwick discovered Manchester's 3,000-strong underground pigeon rehab group, changing his view of his hometown forever. Read the heartwarming story.
Hundreds gathered at Bondi Beach for a powerful vigil, forming a human circle in the ocean to honour the 15 victims of the Hanukkah terror attack. See the moving tribute and community solidarity.
Thames Water postpones controversial £2.5m retention payments for 21 executives as it seeks a multi-billion pound rescue deal. Discover the full story behind the bonus row.
Surf lifesavers at Bondi and North Bondi clubs were first to respond to the Sydney shooting, aiding victims before emergency services arrived. Read the full story.
A 77-year-old Buddhist monk endured a four-day ordeal trapped upside down in a narrow cave in Thailand. Discover how rescuers performed the dramatic operation.
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
The AA's updated app uses GPS to locate stranded members instantly, promising quicker patrol arrival. Explore how this tech upgrade changes breakdown cover and keeps drivers safer.
A 34-year-old British tourist was stabbed in the arm during a fight outside a popular Phuket beach club. Police are reviewing CCTV as safety concerns grow following a series of tourist incidents. Read the latest.
Sydney's first new harbour beach in decades has opened at Bedlam Bay. While offering a scenic swim spot, visitors are advised to watch for oyster shells. Discover this urban oasis.
A festive reindeer named Buddy sparked a major overnight search involving police, coastguard and Royal Marines after escaping in Formby. Read how Christmas was saved.
A quick-thinking off-duty paramedic rescued a seven-year-old girl from a dangerous fire in East Hollywood. Read the full story of this split-second decision.
Rescuers search for missing British teenager George Smyth, 18, who vanished near Dracula's Castle in Romania after calling emergency services. His mother has flown to assist. Read for the latest.
Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
Rescue operations intensify across Asia as extreme weather claims over 1,000 lives. Get the latest on the floods in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand.
Catastrophic flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia have killed over 1,000 people. Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time to find survivors. Follow the latest developments here.
A reindeer caused festive chaos after bolting from a Southport parade, leading to a major rescue operation on Formby Beach. Read the full story of the dramatic recovery.
A massive fireball exploded at a waste facility in Sydney, sending flames 150m high. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
Struggling Byron burger chain rescued from third collapse by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala. £2.5m investment secures future with major rebrand targeting younger audiences. Read the full story.
More than 100 rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers gathered outside Buckingham Palace for a festive parade raising funds for dog charities. See the adorable photos and heartwarming rescue stories.
The Beach Boys confirm a single UK show in London for 2026, celebrating 60 years of Pet Sounds. Find out how to secure your tickets now before they sell out.