Hero uses JCB digger to save man from drowning in river
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
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Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Heroic Rescue Saves Dog From California Storm Waters
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Belfast's abandoned shopping centre frozen in time
Explore the eerie remains of Belfast's Castlecourt Shopping Centre, left frozen in the 1990s with shops still fully stocked, revealing a haunting snapshot of retail history.
Melbourne Convention Centre evacuated after fire alarm
Thousands were forced to evacuate the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre after a fire alarm triggered emergency protocols, disrupting a significant business gathering and prompting a swift emergency response.
Chinese climbers rescued from Everest's north face in Tibet
In a tense high-altitude operation, Chinese authorities rescued two stranded mountaineers from Mount Everest's treacherous north face in Tibet, highlighting the ongoing dangers of the world's highest peak.
Seville's Historic Centre Transformed into Pedestrian Paradise
Discover how Seville's radical urban makeover has transformed its historic centre into a pedestrian paradise, blending ancient architecture with sustainable living.
Shorts-wearing walker rescued from Ben Nevis in storm
A walker wearing only shorts was dramatically rescued from Britain's highest peak after being caught in severe weather conditions during Storm Amy. The shocking incident highlights the dangers of mountain climbing unprepared.
Coastguard's daring cliff rescue saves dog from 300ft fall
In a heart-stopping rescue operation, HM Coastguard teams performed a miraculous cliffside mission to save a stranded dog clinging to a narrow ledge after falling 300 feet in Cornwall.
Europe's Best City Breaks: Reader Favourites Revealed
Discover the continent's most captivating urban escapes as Guardian readers share their favourite under-the-radar European cities for 2025, from Marseille's vibrant markets to Helsinki's design scene.
11 rescue pets need loving homes across Britain
Heartwarming appeal from RSPCA as these charming animals including three-legged cats and timid dogs seek loving families across Britain
Daring Rescue Saves Moose Trapped on Frozen Maine Pond
In a heart-stopping wildlife rescue, Maine wardens execute a daring operation to save a juvenile moose stranded on a frozen pond. Read the full story of this remarkable intervention.
Mother charged after car crashes into Minto shopping centre
A 33-year-old woman, Melenaite Cataleva Malu, faces court after a terrifying incident where a car crashed through a shopping centre in Minto, Sydney, leaving a trail of destruction and two injured.
Hoon Driver Rams Through Shopping Centre Security Gate
Dramatic CCTV footage captures the terrifying moment a hoon driver in a Ford Falcon deliberately smashes through a security gate at a busy Queensland shopping centre, sending shoppers scrambling for safety.
Brit tourist hailed hero after saving family from drowning in Crete
A quick-thinking British tourist is being hailed a hero after rescuing a mother and her two young children from treacherous seas in Crete. Tom Lewis's incredible act of bravery has put men to shame worldwide.
Rescued Manatee Mario Flown Home to Mexico After Miami Rehab
A heartwarming wildlife rescue story as Mario, a lost manatee found in the Gulf of Mexico, is airlifted from Miami Seaquarium back to his Pacific home after a full recovery.
Paddleboard Angels Rescue OAP After Yacht Capsizes in Solent
A dramatic rescue unfolded in the Solent as quick-thinking paddleboarders saved a 70-year-old sailor whose yacht capsized. The incredible story of bravery and being in the right place at the right time.
Florida Woman Punches Alligator to Save Puppy
A fearless Florida woman wrestled a large alligator with her bare hands, delivering a powerful punch to free her beloved puppy from its jaws in a dramatic backyard confrontation.
RNLI Faces Scrutiny Over Migrant Rescue Drill
Exclusive Daily Mail investigation reveals the RNLI conducted a migrant rescue simulation while actively transporting asylum seekers across the Channel, raising questions about the charity's operations and funding.
Elderly Sailor Rescued After 45-Hour Atlantic Ordeal
An 81-year-old yachtsman is recovering after a dramatic two-day rescue from his stricken vessel in the treacherous Bay of Biscay. The UK coastguard and Spanish authorities coordinated the complex long-range operation.
Human Chain Saves Boy from Drowning on Spanish Beach
Quick-thinking beachgoers form a 200-person human chain to rescue a 12-year-old boy from treacherous currents at a popular Spanish resort in a remarkable display of community bravery.
Kingfisher Rescued in Dramatic Scottish Highlands Operation
A heroic multi-agency rescue saves a distressed kingfisher found far from home on a Highland beach, in an unusual operation coordinated by HM Coastguard and the RSPCA.
Burford Garden Centre: UK's Unlikely Celebrity Haven
Discover how a humble garden centre in the Cotswolds became the UK's most surprising and sought-after celebrity haunt, attracting A-listers from Kate Moss to the Beckhams.
Hikers Lost After Magic Mushrooms Trigger Catskills Rescue
Two hikers in New York's Catskill Mountains required a major rescue operation after becoming disoriented and lost following the consumption of psychedelic mushrooms. Read about the dramatic nighttime mission.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
Mushroom Foragers Rescued After 3-Day NY Mountain Ordeal
Two inexperienced foragers sparked a major three-day search and rescue operation in New York's Adirondack Mountains after becoming lost while hunting for wild mushrooms. Read about their dramatic rescue and the warnings from emergency services.
Miracle rescue: Hiker found alive after 10 days in forest
A desperate 10-day search in the treacherous Michigan wilderness culminates in a miracle rescue after a lost hiker is found alive, surviving against all odds.
Solo climber's near-fatal mistake on Scafell Pike
A solo adventurer's casual hike up England's highest peak turned into a terrifying fight for survival after a simple wrong turn led to a catastrophic fall and a dramatic mountain rescue operation in the Lake District.
Boy Scout survives 100ft fall in California mountain rescue
A 13-year-old Boy Scout miraculously survives a 100-foot fall in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, rescued in a dramatic overnight operation by search teams.
Boy Scouts rescue Navy veteran lost for days in wilderness
A group of quick-thinking Boy Scouts from Troop 681 became unlikely heroes after discovering an 80-year-old US Navy veteran, Douglas Montgomery, who had been missing for three days in the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains.
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