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Elderly man violently assaulted in North London attack
A 70-year-old man was violently attacked while walking in North London, suffering kicks and punches in an unprovoked assault that has left the community in shock.
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.
UK End-of-Life Care Crisis Demands Urgent Action
A profound crisis in Britain's palliative care system is leaving thousands to face their final days without proper support, dignity or comfort. Discover why experts warn this growing emergency requires urgent government intervention and public awareness.
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
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.
Elderly woman critical after Wimbledon hit-and-run
Police launch urgent witness appeal after elderly pedestrian critically injured in suspected fail-to-stop collision on South London road
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.
Council served expired salami to vulnerable residents
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
Elderly passenger dies after cruise ship abandonment
An 80-year-old cruise passenger tragically died after being abandoned on a remote Australian island, prompting the cancellation of a luxury voyage and raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
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.
Australia's Aged Care Reforms: What Changes in November
Major reforms hitting Australia's aged care sector this November promise better quality care, improved staffing, and enhanced transparency. Here's your essential guide to the changes.
Winter Fuel Payment Tax Changes Loom for 2025
Exclusive investigation reveals potential tax changes affecting millions of pensioners' winter heating payments. HMRC considerations could impact household budgets from 2025.
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.
Elderly Face 'War Zone' Conditions in UK Hospitals
A shocking investigation exposes how Britain's healthcare system is failing older patients, with many facing dangerous delays and inadequate care in A&E departments across the country.
150,000 aged 90+ wait 12 hours in A&E
Shocking NHS data reveals emergency care delays hitting England's oldest and most vulnerable patients, with nearly 150,000 nonagenarians waiting over 12 hours in A&E departments last year.
Cruise ship abandons elderly woman on remote island
Exclusive: The devastated daughter of a 72-year-old woman abandoned by a cruise ship on remote Lizard Island reveals systemic failures and demands accountability from cruise operator TUI.
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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