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British Virgin Islands face tsunami threat

New geological research reveals the Caribbean paradise of the British Virgin Islands faces a significant tsunami risk from nearby fault lines, with experts calling for urgent preparedness measures.

Chris Hemsworth's Brisbane River Family Kayaking Day

Hollywood superstar Chris Hemsworth trades Asgard for Brisbane as he enjoys family kayaking adventure on the city's famous river with wife Elsa Pataky and their children.

45 dead in South Africa bus crash, child sole survivor

Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.

World's highest glass café opens on tallest bridge

Experience vertigo-inducing views from the world's tallest bridge's new transparent café, offering 360-degree panoramas and heart-pounding dining in China.

Walking China's 625m High Bridge - World's Highest

Experience the dizzying journey across China's record-breaking Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou, standing 625 metres above ground - higher than the Shard skyscraper.

Thames Water sewage leak closes Hammersmith Bridge

Major infrastructure failure sees Hammersmith Bridge shut indefinitely after Thames Water sewage leak contaminates River Thames, sparking health and environmental concerns across London.

Bosnian village remembers 19 flood victims one year on

A small Bosnian village solemnly remembers the 19 victims of catastrophic flooding and a devastating landslide that struck exactly one year ago, forever changing their community.

Indonesia School Collapse: Death Toll Hits 14

Tragedy deepens in Indonesia as emergency crews recover more victims from collapsed school building, with search operations continuing for missing persons amid growing community anguish.

Frankie Bridge locked in Paris Airbnb for 7 hours

Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge recounts terrifying ordeal being trapped inside Paris Airbnb in middle of night following glamorous Fashion Week appearance.

Taiwan's great flood clean-up: community unites to rebuild

In an extraordinary display of community spirit, thousands of volunteers from all walks of life descended on a devastated Taiwanese town to help clear the wreckage left by catastrophic flooding.

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines overnight, collapsing buildings including nightclubs and homes while people slept. The catastrophic tremor has left at least 60 dead and hundreds injured in one of the deadliest seismic events

01/10/2025 06:54

World's tallest bridge opens in China, dwarfs Eiffel Tower

China unveils its latest engineering marvel: a suspension bridge towering 1,826 feet above a valley, connecting remote mountain regions and setting new global records for altitude and ambition.

World's tallest pedestrian bridge opens in Portugal

Portugal unveils the world's tallest bridge, standing at 280 metres above the River Paiva, creating a spectacular new landmark and transforming travel between Arouca and Canelas.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation

Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Hammersmith Bridge: The £250m Paralysis Dividing London

Exclusive insight into the political and financial deadlock crippling Hammersmith Bridge, a vital London artery now closed indefinitely. Discover why this national infrastructure emergency remains unsolved.

Rare White Otter Spotted By Kayakers In Scottish River

A pair of kayakers on Scotland's River Don captured stunning footage of an extremely rare white otter, a sighting that has both thrilled and concerned wildlife experts.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

Kayaker confesses to faking his own death in insurance scam

Exclusive: A British kayaker who faked his own death in a bizarre insurance fraud scheme breaks his silence, revealing the immense guilt and regret that led him to turn himself in to police.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 06:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 19:24

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Michelle Dockery's Real-Life Love Story with Waller-Bridge

Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery found her real-life Earl in Jasper Waller-Bridge. Discover the inside story of their secret romance, stylish London wedding, and journey to parenthood.

Drought reveals submerged 19th-century bridge in Yorkshire

A historic 19th-century bridge, normally submerged, has been fully exposed at Broomhead Reservoir in South Yorkshire as water levels plummet due to prolonged drought conditions, revealing a piece of forgotten industrial heritage.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 06:27

A major search and rescue operation is underway in Baltimore after the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The structure was struck by a colossal container ship, sending vehicles and workers into the frigid Patapsco River. Four individu

31/08/2025 22:37

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.