A major multi-agency rescue operation is underway in Withernsea, East Yorkshire, after reports of people in difficulty in freezing sea waters with horrendous conditions. Emergency services are on scene.
A 51-year-old man from Kettering died after getting into difficulty in the sea off Brighton Beach on New Year's Day. The RNLI warns of cold water shock dangers during winter dips.
A 51-year-old man from Kettering died after trying to rescue a woman struggling in the sea off Brighton beach. Sussex Police confirm the tragic incident, as RNLI warns of cold water dangers.
A 51-year-old man from Kettering has died after getting into difficulty in the sea at Brighton beach on New Year's Day. Coastguard and RNLI teams were unable to save him. Read the full report.
Okunoshima, a Japanese island once home to a secret poison gas factory, is now overrun by rabbits. But its Instagram fame hides a precarious reality for the animals and a forgotten history. Discover the island's dual legacy.
A Russian-claimed Ukrainian drone attack on a Black Sea resort kills 24, injuring 50. The strike follows peace talks and escalates tensions. Read the latest developments.
A Ukrainian drone strike killed 24 and injured 50 at a Black Sea resort cafe on New Year's Eve, Russian officials claim. Explore the details and the escalating tensions amid ongoing peace talks.
A multi-agency rescue operation saved four men clinging to a boat on the brink of a 130ft dam in South Africa. Read the full story of the dramatic hours-long mission.
Two hikers wearing joggers and trainers were rescued from -15°C conditions on Ben Macdui. Cairngorms Mountain Rescue warns of the dangers of being ill-equipped for winter hikes. Read the full story.
For 10 years, scientist Jeroen Hoekendijk has documented the fragile sealife of the North Sea's Frisian Islands, a stark warning of climate change. Explore the brutal beauty of this unique ecosystem.
HM Coastguard urges extreme caution for New Year's Day dips after two swimmers disappeared in Devon on Christmas Day. Key safety advice for cold water conditions.
Finnish authorities detain cargo vessel suspected of damaging a vital undersea telecoms cable between Helsinki and Tallinn. The incident raises security concerns in the strategically sensitive Baltic Sea.
Ukrainian drone attacks target Tuapse oil refinery and Black Sea ports, hitting wheat ships. Russia's strikes threaten global food security as diplomatic efforts intensify. Read the latest.
The RNLI urges caution for festive sea dips after two swimmers vanished on Christmas Day. Key safety advice includes assessing conditions, avoiding solo swims, and wearing appropriate gear.
The story of Espíritu Santo, an island saved from 1990s developers by a unique private conservation effort, now faces a new crisis from mass tourism and declining marine life.
Struggling with festive bloat? Shoppers hail Selfish Supps' Balance My Gut powder for rapid relief. This biotic blend with sea moss and superfoods is £29 at Boots. Read the glowing reviews.
Newly unearthed letters reveal the story behind Brigitte Bardot's iconic 1959 London film shoot for 'Doctor at Sea' and how she charmed Pinewood Studios. Discover the full story here.
A paraglider crashed into the roof of the Lough Erne Golf Resort in Fermanagh. Fire crews performed a rope rescue to bring the man to safety. Read the full story.
A 25-year-old Austrian tourist was winched to safety after falling from a cliff at Bushrangers Bay. Read the full details of the dramatic rescue mission.
A festive swim turned to tragedy in Budleigh Salterton as two men were swept away. One survivor describes being 'dragged to safety' in treacherous conditions.
Police in Devon urge public to avoid sea swimming after two men go missing off Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Search called off as coastguard battled huge waves.
The coastguard has stood down its search for two men missing after a Christmas Day sea swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services urge caution.
Discover the science and mental health benefits driving the UK's Boxing Day and New Year's Day sea dip craze. From cold water euphoria to safety tips, find out why thousands take the plunge.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Devon and Cornwall Police warn against sea swimming as two men remain missing and a UKHSA cold health alert stays active for Boxing Day. Stay safe and check official advice.
A woman faced a Christmas Eve nightmare when her 200kg electric wheelchair became stuck in sand on a Baltic beach in freezing temperatures. Read how firefighters rescued her.
Coastguard and RNLI teams have concluded their search for two men missing in the water off Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Police urge against Boxing Day swims.
Two men are missing after a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Emergency services continue search amid severe weather warnings. Stay out of the water.
Swimmers in Falmouth braved strong winds for a traditional Christmas Day dip. The Met Office issued yellow warnings for wind and cold, ruling out a white Christmas for the UK mainland. Read the full forecast.
Forget turkey-scented candles. This Christmas, learn from nature's experts. Discover how penguins, dolphins, and scorpionflies master the art of thoughtful, sustainable presents.