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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.

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.

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.

Soap stars Katie McGlynn and Max Bowden join Cinderella panto

Former Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn and EastEnders star Max Bowden are trading soap drama for fairy tale magic as they join this year's spectacular Cinderella pantomime production.

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.

Jeremy Corbyn to star in North London Christmas pantomime

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn swaps Westminster for the West End as he joins the cast of a North London pantomime this festive season, marking an unexpected career turn for the veteran politician.

Jeremy Corbyn stars as Wizard of Oz in surprise panto debut

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn swaps political battles for theatrical performance in Islington pantomime, drawing cheers and controversy in equal measure.

Steve Coogan slams 'pantomime villain' portrayal

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan breaks his silence on being unfairly characterised in the Horizon IT scandal coverage, claiming media forces are attempting to ruin his reputation.

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.

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.

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.

UK Christmas Theatre Guide 2025: Hip-Hop Scrooge to RSC BFG

Discover this year's most spectacular Christmas theatre lineup across Britain, featuring revolutionary hip-hop Dickens, Royal Shakespeare Company magic, and family-friendly spectaculars.

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.

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

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.

EastEnders' Shane Richie Takes Break for Panto Season

EastEnders legend Shane Richie, famed for his role as Alfie Moon, is set to temporarily depart the BBC One soap. The actor is taking a short break to star in a Christmas pantomime, with his character's exit storyline kept tightly under wraps. Get the full

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.

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.

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.

Helen Flanagan cast as Evil Queen in Liverpool panto

Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan is set to embrace her dark side as the Evil Queen in this year's spectacular Snow White pantomime at Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena.

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.