Ski patroller dies in California avalanche during safety work
A 30-year-old ski patroller has died after being caught in an avalanche while performing mitigation work on Lincoln Mountain, California. Read the full story on the tragic incident.
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Tourist on phone knocked off path by pack mule
A distracted tourist, glued to his phone, was struck and fell down a steep slope after being hit by a pack mule's cargo on a mountain trail in Hangzhou, China. Read the full story and safety debate.
Tourist on phone knocked off path by pack mule
A distracted tourist in China was struck by a pack mule and fell down a steep slope. The incident has sparked a major online safety debate. Read the full story.
World's Longest Rail Tunnel to Open in 2032
The Brenner Base Tunnel, a £7.4bn engineering marvel, will become the world's longest underground railway in 2032, connecting Austria and Italy. Discover the details of this historic project.
Ski Patroller Dies in Mammoth Mountain Avalanche
A 30-year-old ski patroller was killed by an avalanche while performing safety work at California's Mammoth Mountain resort. Read the full story on the tragic incident.
Shiffrin wins sixth straight World Cup slalom in Austria
Mikaela Shiffrin staged a stunning comeback to win her sixth successive World Cup slalom in Semmering, Austria. Read the full race report and analysis here.
Seven killed in Vietnam bus crash on mountain road
At least seven people have died after a bus carrying teachers on a charity mission overturned in northern Vietnam. Rescue efforts continue in the remote area.
Man dies in McDonald's drive-thru 'freak accident'
A 69-year-old man died after being pinned by his own vehicle at a McDonald's drive-thru in Nebraska. An employee was also injured. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Snowdon Avalanche Prompts Major Rescue for Missing Climber
Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team faces unsustainable callouts on Snowdon, driven by social media trends. A third involve unprepared young men on Crib Goch. Read the urgent warning.
Social media hikers overwhelm Snowdon mountain rescue
Mountain rescue teams in Snowdonia issue a stark warning as unprepared hikers, inspired by viral social media posts, trigger a record number of callouts. Learn how to stay safe.
Manslaughter charge after woman left to freeze on mountain
A 36-year-old man faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Grossglockner mountain. Prosecutors detail critical errors and negligence in the tragic case.
Man Charged After Girlfriend Freezes to Death on Mountain
A man faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died on Austria's Grossglockner. Prosecutors allege he failed to call emergency services promptly. Read the full report.
Fritzl's Thai sex resort gift for imprisoned daughter revealed
New details emerge of Josef Fritzl's depravity, including a gift bought in a Thai sex resort for the daughter he held captive for 24 years. His parole was recently denied.
Man Charged After Girlfriend Dies on Austria's Highest Mountain
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after leaving his inexperienced girlfriend for six hours on Grossglockner, where she froze to death. Read the full investigation details.
Man charged with manslaughter after girlfriend dies on mountain
A man faces up to three years in prison after his inexperienced partner froze to death on Austria's highest peak. The trial is set for 2026. Read the full investigation details.
Bomb threat sparks Vienna parliament lockdown
The heart of Vienna was brought to a standstill after a bomb threat was made to the Austrian parliament building. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
Phil Collins visits son Mathew at Austrian football club
Music legend Phil Collins showed fatherly pride visiting his son Mathew at Austria Salzburg. The footballer's half-sister Lily Collins shares emotional family bond. Read the full heartwarming story.
Outrage over sale of former Nazi camp brothel in Austria
A property agent in Austria faces backlash for listing a former Nazi concentration camp brothel without mentioning its dark past. Local officials and memorial groups express shock. Read the full story.
Influencer, 31, found buried in suitcase after ex confesses
Stefanie Pieper, 31, vanished after Christmas party. Her ex-boyfriend confessed to strangling her and led police to her body in Slovenia. Read the full tragic story.
Rita Ora Opens Austrian Ski Season with Bold Performance
Rita Ora delivered a high-energy performance and fashion spectacle at Austria's ski season opening event. The singer showcased multiple eye-catching outfits and revealed her spiritual beliefs.
Brit reveals why Vienna beats London for quality of life
A British expat reveals why Vienna's quality of life, affordable living, and rich culture make it a superior choice to London. Discover the city crowned Europe's most welcoming.
Avalanche on Stubai Glacier Buries Skiers
Several skiers were swept away by an avalanche on Austria's Stubai Glacier. A major rescue operation is now underway. Follow for live updates.
Influencer missing after 'creep in stairwell' text
Beauty influencer Stefanie Pieper, 32, is missing after texting about a 'creep' outside her Austrian flat. Her boyfriend has been arrested as police investigate.
Student dies in 500ft Snowdon fall in atrocious weather
John Aravinth, a 20-year-old medical student, fell 500ft on Mount Snowdon after becoming separated from his family in 'beyond atrocious' conditions. Read the full inquest report.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki
Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak
Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.
Two climbers die in fall from Mount Cook
A mountain guide and client have died after falling from Aoraki/Mount Cook's summit ridge. The incident is a stark reminder of the inherent dangers of alpine climbing.
Austria is the world's most overcrowded destination
Austria welcomes 32 million tourists annually, creating a ratio of nearly four visitors for every local resident. Discover the impact on its historic cities and Alpine towns.
Shiffrin wins 103rd World Cup in Gurgl slalom
American skiing superstar Mikaela Shiffrin secures her 103rd Alpine World Cup victory with dominant slalom performance in Gurgl, Austria. Read about her historic achievement.
Teen dies in workplace tractor accident in Cambridgeshire
A 19-year-old girl, Žavinta Petrašiūtė, has died after a tragic industrial accident involving a tractor at Pretoria Energy in Cambridgeshire. Police and HSE are investigating. A fundraiser has been set up to support her family.
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