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Munich's legendary river wave mysteriously vanishes

The Eisbach river wave, an iconic urban surfing spot in Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following construction work, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and prompting urgent questions about its future.

Rollercoaster seatbelt fails during 208ft drop

Shocking footage reveals the moment thrill-seekers experienced pure terror when their safety restraint malfunctioned on one of the UK's most extreme rollercoasters, leaving them clinging for dear life during a 208-foot vertical drop.

M6 closed after serious collision causes major delays

A severe collision has forced the complete closure of the M6 motorway in both directions between junctions 15 and 16, causing extensive delays and major disruption to travel plans across the region.

Bali's Kelingking Beach gets controversial lift installation

The dramatic cliffside beauty of Bali's Kelingking Beach is set for a major accessibility overhaul as construction begins on a controversial new lift system, sparking debate between tourism development and environmental preservation.

Scissor Lift Joyride: Two Arrested in London

Two men have been arrested after taking a scissor lift on an unauthorised joyride through central London, reaching speeds of just 6mph in a bizarre late-night incident that brought early morning traffic to a standstill.

Mammoth Christian monument rises near Birmingham

Construction begins on Britain's largest Christian monument - a 52-metre 'Prayer' sculpture overlooking Birmingham that's set to become a major pilgrimage site and tourist attraction by 2026.

Five mountaineers die in Italian Alps avalanche tragedy

A devastating avalanche in the Italian Dolomites has claimed the lives of five mountaineers, with one survivor hospitalised in critical condition. The tragedy occurred during a challenging ascent in the Marmolada range.

Man dies in North Yorkshire small plane crash

A man has died after a light aircraft crashed near a North Yorkshire airfield. Emergency services rushed to the scene but the pilot was pronounced dead. Investigation underway.

London Tunnel Collapse Nearly Destroyed Elizabeth Line

Exclusive investigation reveals how a massive tunnel collapse threatened to destroy London's newest railway line during construction, with terrifying footage showing the moment engineers faced disaster.

Helicopter crash victim named as Peter Smith in South Yorkshire

A devastating helicopter crash in South Yorkshire has claimed the life of Peter Smith, with emergency services responding to the scene near Doncaster. Authorities have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.

World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build

After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.

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.

Shocking CCTV: Train Crashes Into Lorry at Crossing

Dramatic CCTV footage captures the heart-stopping moment a passenger train collides with a lorry at a Norfolk level crossing, with investigators revealing the vehicle became stuck on tracks.

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