Climber on trial after girlfriend froze to death on mountain
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died on Austria's highest peak. Prosecutors allege he abandoned her in -20°C conditions. Trial set for February.
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California to Loosen Toxic Rat Poison Restrictions
Governor Gavin Newsom's administration plans to roll back restrictions on toxic rat poisons, despite a state report showing widespread poisoning of mountain lions, eagles, and condors. Read the full investigation.
Man charged after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Austria's highest peak. The trial is set for February 2026. Read the full investigation details.
Oxygen Therapy Anarchy: FDA vs. Unregulated Clinics
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is FDA-approved for only 13 conditions, yet some clinics market it for over 100. Experts warn of deadly risks and call for urgent regulation.
UK teen missing near Dracula's Castle in Romania
Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
Shiffrin claims slalom victory on home Colorado snow
Mikaela Shiffrin extends her perfect slalom record with dominant victory at Copper Mountain, Colorado. The American star secures her 104th World Cup win ahead of Milan Cortina Olympics.
Odermatt wins Copper Mountain Super-G in comeback race
Swiss skier Marco Odermatt dominates Copper Mountain Super-G, marking triumphant return after injury. Aleksander Kilde makes emotional comeback after horrific crash.
NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
Hong Kong fire kills 55, police cite negligence
A devastating fire in Hong Kong residential towers has claimed at least 55 lives, with over 250 people still missing. Police point to 'gross negligence' as the community rallies to support survivors.
Hong Kong fire: 44 dead, police blame negligence
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills 44 at Wang Fuk Court. Police arrest construction company employees for gross negligence over unsafe scaffolding materials. Latest updates and investigation details.
Arrest over 150m illegal waste mountain in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
Two climbers dead after fall on Aoraki Mount Cook
Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Authorities are working to recover the bodies.
Hiking Italy's Dolomites: A Magical Mountain Guide
Discover the ultimate hiking guide to Italy's Dolomites mountains. Explore breathtaking trails, rifugio stays, and practical tips for your 2025 adventure in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Critical Incident: 40ft Oxfordshire Waste Mountain
A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.
40ft waste mountain grows in Oxfordshire field
A 40ft-high waste mountain in Oxfordshire grew within months, prompting PM's condemnation and Environment Agency criminal investigation. Read the latest developments.
40ft Waste Mountain Branded 'Appalling' by PM
A 40ft mountain of waste appeared in Oxfordshire within months. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls it 'utterly appalling' as the Environment Agency launches a criminal probe.
British woman dies in Chile hiking tragedy
A British woman from Cornwall is among five hikers killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Read the full story of this devastating mountain tragedy.
British woman dies in Chile blizzard with four tourists
A British woman and four foreign tourists killed in Torres del Paine blizzard. Rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions in Patagonia tragedy. Read the full story.
Judge Fired Over Maradona Death Trial Mistrial
An Argentine judge has been dismissed for causing a mistrial in the Diego Maradona negligence case after her involvement in a documentary. Discover the full story.
Mountain Lions Could Return to North-East US
Rewilding group Mighty Earth campaigns to reintroduce mountain lions to Vermont to control deer populations and restore ecosystem balance. Could the big cats make a comeback?
NHS nurse died after 'indigestion' misdiagnosis
Paediatric nurse Paula Ivers, 47, died from an aortic dissection hours after being sent home from Tameside Hospital with Gaviscon. Her family says the NHS 'let her down in the worst way possible'.
Museum only accessible via eight-hour mountain hike
Discover the Frattini Bivouac, Italy's remote mountain museum accessible only by an eight-hour hike. Explore how this radical project challenges traditional art curation at 2,300 metres altitude.
Mum dies before holding newborn son after brain bleed
Ilona Kazik, 32, tragically died from a catastrophic brain haemorrhage days after giving birth. Her husband demands answers as inquest begins.
Ex-Man Utd's Tuanzebe sues club for £1m over injury
Former Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe is suing the club for over £1m, alleging clinical negligence over a back injury that causes him ongoing pain. Discover the full story.
Ex-Man Utd player Tuanzebe sues club for £1m
Former Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe launches £1m lawsuit claiming club's medical negligence over spinal injury permanently impacted his career. Exclusive details.
Camp Mystic Flood Lawsuits: Families Seek Justice
Families file lawsuits against Camp Mystic after deadly Texas floods, alleging gross negligence and ignored flood risks in preventable tragedy that killed 28.
Texas Camp Sued Over Flood Deaths of 27
Families file wrongful death lawsuits against Camp Mystic after 27 campers and counsellors died in Texas flash flood. Seeking justice and camp safety reforms.
Irish President's dog Misneach leaves official residence
As President Michael D. Higgins' term ends, his Bernese Mountain Dog Misneach enjoys final days at Áras an Uachtaráin before moving to Galway. Read about the First Dog's viral moments and public service.
Nurse on trial over fatal hospital monitoring error
A senior nurse faces gross negligence manslaughter charges after a seven-year-old boy died when she failed to reconnect his monitors at a private London hospital. The trial continues at Southwark Crown Court.
Kate Courtney: New Mountain Bike Marathon World Champion
American cycling star Kate Courtney claims her first marathon world title with a dominant performance in Norway, adding another prestigious trophy to her remarkable career.
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