British tourist drowns in Venice canal
Tragedy strikes as a British holidaymaker dies after falling into a Venetian canal following an evening walk with his wife during their Italian getaway.
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UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills multiple in Philippines flooding
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes devastation across Cebu province, claiming multiple lives and triggering catastrophic flooding as rescue operations intensify.
Woman thrown into freezing Lake Superior in vicious assault
A Minnesota woman recounts her terrifying ordeal after being violently thrown into Lake Superior's near-freezing waters in what police are treating as a serious assault. The victim suffered hypothermia and shock during the brutal incident near Duluth's Ca
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with devastating floods
Powerful Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and devastating floods across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Philippines, forces mass evacuations
Severe Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread devastation as it continues its dangerous path.
Human remains found in Manchester canal search
Police have made a grim discovery in the search for missing Sadiq Allam, 37, after potential human remains were found near a Manchester canal. Forensic examinations are underway.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with severe flooding
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across northern Philippines, triggering widespread flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.
Cruise ships reroute from Suez Canal over security fears
Major cruise lines including Royal Caribbean and MSC are diverting voyages away from the Suez Canal due to security concerns, forcing itinerary changes and longer journeys for Mediterranean and Middle East cruises.
Lost Canaletto Masterpiece Could Fetch £5 Million
A breathtaking Canaletto painting of Venice's Grand Canal, hidden from public view for nearly a century, emerges for spectacular Sotheby's sale this autumn. Art experts hail the 18th-century masterpiece as 'extraordinarily fresh' and 'perfectly preserved'
Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
Climate Change Threatens Historic Erie Canal
New research reveals how climate change is threatening the historic Erie Canal, the 19th-century engineering marvel that transformed America's economic landscape, with severe weather patterns putting this national treasure at risk.
NYC Woman's Ice Fight on Canal Street Goes Viral
A New York City woman's dramatic sidewalk dispute over ice turns physical in Chinatown, sparking widespread debate about urban tensions and public behaviour.
Living on a Boat: UK Costs & Reality Revealed
Discover the reality of full-time narrowboat living in Britain - from mooring fees to winter challenges. Is this alternative lifestyle right for you?
Hero saves puppy from canal drowning attack
A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.
ICE operation on Manhattan's Canal Street sparks outrage
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers conducted a contentious operation on Manhattan's historic Canal Street, drawing criticism from local leaders and community advocates.
Ronnie O'Sullivan's canal boat escape from snooker pressure
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals why he traded luxury living for a modest canal boat, finding peace away from the glare of professional sport.
Uganda Landslide Tragedy: 63 Dead at Primary School
At least 63 people, mostly children, are feared dead after catastrophic landslides buried classrooms at Bakuku Primary School in Uganda's Bududa district during heavy rainfall.
ICE Agents Raid Manhattan's Canal Street in Dramatic Daytime Operation
Exclusive footage reveals intense immigration enforcement operation in broad daylight on one of New York's busiest shopping streets, sparking witness concerns and political debate.
Eric Adams immigration comments spark NYC backlash
New York City Mayor Eric Adams sparks outrage after suggesting immigrants should replace New Yorkers in local workforce, drawing criticism from community leaders and advocacy groups.
ICE raid chaos on Canal Street shocks tourists
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Lower Manhattan as federal immigration agents conducted a surprise raid on Canal Street marketplace, sending vendors fleeing and leaving tourists stunned.
Chioggia: Italy's Secret Venice Without Crowds & Cost
Escape the tourist traps and discover Chioggia - Italy's enchanting canal city offering authentic Venetian charm at half the price and none of the crowds. Your perfect Italian getaway awaits.
Paris Tornado: One Dead, Dozens Injured in City Centre
A devastating tornado has struck central Paris, leaving one person dead and multiple injured as emergency services battle the aftermath of the unprecedented weather event.
MP warns Hillsborough Law could create 'slippery slope'
Labour MP Ian Byrne raises urgent concerns about the proposed Hillsborough Law, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future tragedy responses while honouring victims' legacy.
Crocodile dumped in Derbyshire canal sparks police probe
Derbyshire Police launch unusual Facebook investigation after metre-long crocodile discovered in local canal, leaving residents and officers baffled by its origins.
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.
Tourist falls in Venice canal following Google Maps error
A tourist's Venetian holiday turned treacherous when Google Maps directed him straight into a canal, highlighting the dangers of digital navigation in the floating city's labyrinthine streets.
Manchester Gay Village predator jailed for 14 years
A dangerous sexual predator who systematically targeted vulnerable revellers in Manchester's Gay Village has been sentenced to 14 years behind bars for his calculated attacks.
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.
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