Farm worker dies in machinery accident at Cumbria farm
A 61-year-old farm worker was strangled after his clothes got caught in an unguarded hen feeder. His family says a 50p screw could have saved his life. Read the full investigation.
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Girl, 12, injured in Kennington hit-and-run
A mother describes the horror of a hit-and-run that left her 12-year-old daughter with severe injuries. New data reveals 433 children are hurt on London school runs annually. Join the call for safer streets.
Former Soho toilet to become café or shop
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
CDC changes vaccine safety page for RFK Jr
CDC website altered to reflect RFK Jr's belief in vaccine-autism link, sparking condemnation from health experts. Scientific consensus maintains no connection exists.
Former Soho toilet set to become café or shop
A former Soho toilet, once notorious as a 'cottaging' spot, is set for a new life as a café or shop. Westminster Council's plan faces criticism over the area's lack of public facilities.
Cigarette Fire Warning After North London Rescue
A woman was rescued from a North London house fire believed to be caused by a cigarette. The London Fire Brigade issues a vital safety warning to all smokers.
Leisure centre charged over 2016 electrocution death
Parkwood Community Leisure Ltd faces charges over the 2016 death of Albert Xhediku, 34, who was electrocuted retrieving a football. Court hearing set for December 2025.
Dangerous toys fail button battery safety standards
Consumer group Choice finds 17 out of 24 children's toys from major online retailers fail mandatory button battery safety tests. Learn how to protect your family.
Roblox mandates age verification for UK chat in 2026
Roblox rolls out compulsory age verification to protect children from adult strangers. New chat restrictions based on age groups will become mandatory in the UK next year.
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.
Woman set on fire on Chicago subway, suspect flees
A 26-year-old woman is in critical condition after a man poured liquid on her and set her alight during an argument on a Chicago CTA Blue Line train. Police are hunting the suspect.
Roblox blocks child-adult chats after grooming claims
Roblox introduces facial age estimation to prevent children talking to adult strangers following multiple lawsuits alleging platform enabled predators to groom young users.
Father dies in North Sea oil rig crane fall
Tributes pour in for Lee Hulse, 32, who died after a fall on the Valaris 121 oil rig. A fundraiser for his family has raised over £16,000. Read the full story.
Campaign for Graduated Driving Licences Launched
A new cross-party campaign urges the government to introduce Graduated Driving Licences to reduce young driver fatalities. Could this be the change that saves lives?
John Oliver: US Public Media Defunding 'Just Stupid'
John Oliver exposes the dire consequences of Republican-led defunding of US public media, threatening local news and emergency services. Discover why this matters.
Two-year-old boy dies in 20-floor fall from window
A two-year-old boy has died after falling from the twentieth floor of a Newark apartment block. The tragic accident has sparked urgent calls for improved window safety in high-rise buildings.
Boy, 2, strangled by jacket drawstring at nursery
Two-year-old Leanardo Ricci died after his jacket drawstring caught on a tree branch while playing outside at his nursery in Bibbiena, Italy. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
Stockholm bus crash leaves dead and injured
A bus collision in central Stockholm has resulted in multiple casualties. Police confirm fatalities and injuries near the University of Technology. Follow for live updates.
Stockholm bus crash leaves several dead in city centre
Tragic bus collision in central Stockholm leaves multiple people dead and injured. Police confirm driver arrested as investigation continues. Latest updates.
Tesla recalls Powerwall 2 batteries over fire risk
Tesla issues a major recall for 10,500 Powerwall 2 home battery units in the US due to overheating risks. Discover the details and what owners should do.
91 prisoners mistakenly freed since April
Government faces mounting pressure as figures reveal 91 mistaken prisoner releases since April. Justice Secretary David Lammy to face MPs over systemic failures. Read the full investigation.
91 prisoners mistakenly freed since April, four at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 91 prisoners were mistakenly freed in England and Wales since April, with up to four still at large. Read the full investigation into the systemic failures.
Hackney man sentenced over dangerous building site
Moses Meisels received a suspended sentence after HSE found serious safety failures at a Hackney synagogue site where a man's body was discovered. Learn more about the case.
NHS trust fined over £500k for patient safety failings
An NHS trust has been fined over £500,000 and a ward manager sentenced following the 2015 suicide of patient Alice Figueiredo. Read the full story on the family's fight for justice.
Wiggles Recall Headbands Over Battery Safety Breach
The Wiggles have admitted a likely consumer law breach after selling children's headbands without safety warnings for button batteries. Learn about the recall and safety risks.
Melbourne Airport Runway Incidents Prompt Safety Review
Two passenger planes narrowly avoided construction vehicles at Melbourne Airport after crews missed temporary runway shortening. Read the full safety investigation.
Prison Blunder: Dozens Wrongly Freed
Exclusive investigation reveals how systemic failures led to the mistaken release of prisoners across England and Wales, raising serious questions about public safety and justice system protocols.
London bus driver's terrifying attack ordeal revealed
A London bus driver shares his harrowing experience of being violently attacked while on duty, highlighting the growing safety concerns for public transport workers across the capital.
Mexican President Sexually Assaulted at Public Event
Shocking incident during presidential event in Mexico City sparks nationwide fury and demands for justice as security forces detain perpetrator.
Sex offender accidentally released from London prison
A convicted sex offender was mistakenly released from Thameside Prison in what authorities are calling a 'serious administrative error', sparking urgent police investigations and public safety concerns across East London.
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