River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
Authorities in Munich have dismantled a makeshift beam installed by surfers to recreate the vanished Eisbach wave, escalating a row over the future of the iconic urban surfing spot.
The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
A Stockton-on-Tees veteran suffered a PTSD episode after his neighbour set his gazebo on fire. The 66-year-old relived a petrol bomb attack from his service in Northern Ireland. Read the full story.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees in Barnard Castle. Read the full story on the rescue operation.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees near Barnard Castle. A major multi-agency search operation was launched. Read more.
Emergency services recovered the body of a 20-year-old woman from the River Tees after a kayaker was reported in difficulty. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.
The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.
Exclusive military analysis reveals how Russian forces have become sitting ducks on the Dnipro's east bank, suffering catastrophic losses in what soldiers are calling a 'suicide mission' against Ukraine's precision strikes.
Netflix reveals Virgin River Season 7 production timeline as fans face extended wait for the beloved drama's final chapter. Exclusive details on filming schedule and what to expect.
A California father faces murder charges after his 4-year-old son was swept away by powerful river currents in a tragic incident that has shocked the community. Read the full investigation details.
Albania's pristine Vjosa River has been declared Europe's first wild river national park, creating a protected sanctuary for countless species and setting a global precedent for river conservation.
A coroner's court hears the heartbreaking details of 15-year-old Dylan Rhys's death after he jumped into the River Taff following encouragement from friends, raising serious questions about support for children with additional needs.
A devoted father lost his life saving his children from a treacherous river current, sparking an incredible outpouring of community support that has raised over £43,000 for his grieving family.
Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.
Discover the romantic allure of traditional paddlewheel river cruising as CroisiEurope launches nostalgic voyages along the Seine, offering a unique perspective on Paris and Normandy.
Two 17-year-olds sentenced to life for the murder of 17-year-old Isabelle Welsh, whose body was discovered in a Teesside park after a violent attack.
In a landmark event for urban environmental recovery, swimmers returned to the Chicago River for the first sanctioned race in over 50 years, marking a stunning turnaround for a waterway once synonymous with industrial waste.
Embark on a journey aboard Viking Tonle, the newest and most luxurious ship to grace the Mekong River. Discover how its innovative design, cultural immersion programmes, and commitment to sustainable tourism are redefining luxury river cruising in Southea
Ofcom imposes hefty penalty on Royal Mail for missing delivery targets in Stockton-on-Tees, following investigation into service quality failures.
A 27-year-old Sydney woman has been charged with the attempted murder of her two young daughters after a harrowing incident at a Windsor riverbank. The community is in shock as details emerge.
Cleveland Police have launched a murder investigation following the tragic death of a child in Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees. A man has been arrested and remains in custody as forensic teams continue their work at the scene.
The River Tiber in Rome, once a polluted no-go zone, is being transformed into a swimmable waterway, with the first official bathing areas planned within four years under a major environmental initiative.