Water bosses lose bonuses as Ofwat cracks down
Regulator blocks executive payouts at six water companies amid public outrage over sewage spills and service failures. New rules give Ofwat power to veto bonuses.
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Typhoon Kalmaegi: 66 dead in Philippines devastation
New aerial photographs expose the catastrophic damage wrought by Typhoon Kalmaegi across the northern Philippines, with the death toll rising to at least 66 and rescue operations continuing amidst widespread flooding and landslides.
Labyrinth on the Thames Festival to Double in Size
London's riverside music extravaganza Labyrinth on the Thames announces major expansion plans that could see the festival almost double its capacity by 2026, bringing more world-class acts to the capital's iconic waterfront.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 46 in Philippines flooding
Tropical storm unleashes torrential rains across the Philippines, triggering deadly floods and landslides that have claimed dozens of lives and displaced thousands.
Nepal Avalanche: Search for Seven Climbers Continues
Rescue teams battle harsh conditions to recover bodies of international mountaineers after devastating avalanche strikes Himalayan peak in Nepal's Kangchenjunga region.
Elon Musk calls English town residents 'hobbits'
Tech billionaire Elon Musk faces backlash after comparing residents of a small English market town to Tolkien's hobbits during a controversial podcast appearance, drawing local outrage and accusations of arrogance.
Plastic Bag Hack to Revive Dying Houseplants
Discover how a humble plastic bag could be the secret to saving your wilting houseplants. Expert gardeners reveal this surprising revival technique that's taking the plant community by storm.
Giant Hail Hospitalises Queensland's Flying Foxes
Hundreds of native flying foxes have been hospitalised in Queensland after a freak hailstorm pummelled the region with tennis ball-sized ice chunks, raising urgent questions about climate change impacts on wildlife.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
Emergency crews battled through the night to rescue a construction worker trapped beneath rubble after a medieval bell tower collapse in Italy.
Worker rescued after 11 hours in medieval tower collapse
Emergency crews pull construction worker from rubble of collapsed 14th-century tower in dramatic overnight operation after 11 hours trapped beneath medieval stonework.
London protest against Jamaica deportation flight
Hundreds gathered in Kingston upon Thames to protest the UK government's controversial deportation flight to Jamaica, demanding an end to the hostile environment policy.
Huntingdon train hero saves man from tracks
An ordinary commuter became an extraordinary hero when he risked his life to save a man who had fallen onto train tracks at Huntingdon station. Read the full inspiring story of courage and quick thinking.
Afghanistan earthquake damages Blue Mosque, casualties reported
A powerful earthquake strikes western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan quake: 20 dead, 150 injured
A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving 150 injured as rescue operations continue in the affected regions.
Five German climbers die in Italian Alps avalanche
A devastating avalanche in the Italian Dolomites claims five German mountaineers' lives while two survivors are rescued in a dramatic alpine operation near the Austria-Italy border.
Surfer saves stranger from drowning in Cornwall
A terrifying near-death experience turns into a remarkable story of human kindness as an anonymous surfer becomes an unlikely hero on a Cornish beach.
Firefighters become wildlife rescuers in animal emergency surge
Firefighters across England are responding to a dramatic increase in animal rescue callouts, from swans trapped in fishing lines to deer caught in fencing, revealing the hidden demands on emergency services.
Five German climbers die in Italian Alps avalanche
A devastating avalanche in northern Italy's South Tyrol region has killed five German climbers, with rescue teams recovering all bodies after a massive search operation.
Avalanche in Italian Alps kills three, two missing
A devastating avalanche has struck the Italian Alps near the Austrian border, claiming three lives with two climbers still missing as rescue operations continue amid challenging conditions.
Thai Cave Rescue Hero's Return in New Documentary
Discover how Dr Richard Harris, the Australian diver who risked everything in the 2018 Thai cave rescue, confronts new challenges in the documentary 'Resurgence', exploring trauma, purpose and the power of human resilience.
Missing Louisiana girl found alive in Pennsylvania box
A nationwide AMBER Alert ends in relief as 6-year-old Elsie McCabe is discovered hidden in a cardboard box in Pennsylvania woodland, hundreds of miles from her Louisiana home. The extraordinary cross-state recovery operation involved multiple law enforcem
3,000 New Homes Planned for Newham's Thames Waterfront
Discover how Newham Council's ambitious £1bn regeneration project will transform East London with 3,000 sustainable homes, new parks, and community facilities along the River Thames.
British-Irish women rescued after 3 days in Himalayas
Two adventurous women survive 72 hours trapped in treacherous Himalayan terrain before dramatic mountain rescue operation brings them to safety.
Cyclist survives 3 days in ravine drinking red wine
In an astonishing tale of human endurance, a French cyclist survived 72 hours at the bottom of a 130-foot ravine in the French Alps, staying hydrated with nothing but a bag of red wine until rescuers heard his faint cries for help.
Britain's canals face climate crisis as funding dries up
England's iconic canal network faces unprecedented threats from climate change, with severe underfunding putting these historic waterways at risk of deterioration and closure.
Abseiling Horticulturists Rescue Endangered Tree Specimens
In a dramatic conservation mission, two specialist horticulturists abseiled down a cliff face to rescue vital seed specimens from one of Britain's rarest trees facing extinction.
Hurricane Melissa: Survivors' Desperate Pleas for Help
Exclusive reports reveal the harrowing aftermath of Hurricane Melissa as survivors send desperate SOS messages while rescue teams battle catastrophic conditions across affected regions.
Halloween superhero saves man's life in real rescue
A man's Halloween superhero costume became reality when he performed CPR to save a stranger's life during trick-or-treating. The incredible true story of an ordinary person becoming an actual hero.
Thames Path collapse near Kew Gardens sparks safety fears
A vital section of the Thames Path near Kew Gardens has collapsed into the river, creating dangerous conditions and cutting off popular walking routes. Local authorities warn pedestrians to avoid the area as emergency repairs get underway.
Chicken Rescue Founder Guilty in Animal Cruelty Case
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple animal cruelty charges following investigation into her California farm. The case has sparked intense debate about animal rescue ethics.
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