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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.

Mississippi child rape case: Mother and boyfriend plead guilty

A Mississippi mother and her boyfriend have confessed to unspeakable crimes against her young daughter, including rape and confinement in a pit, in a disturbing court case that has horrified the nation.

Father guilty after pit bull mauls infant son

Blake Bates convicted on child endangerment charges as court hears harrowing details of pit bull attack that caused severe facial injuries to his 10-month-old son in their Ohio home.

Home Bargains' £30 Fire Pit - Summer Garden Essential

Budget retailer Home Bargains is causing a stir with their beautiful and affordable £30 fire pit, ideal for creating the perfect garden gathering space this summer.

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.

Grandmother killed by pet pit bulls in Florida

A 74-year-old Florida grandmother was tragically killed by her own pit bulls in a devastating mauling that has left the local community in shock and raised serious questions about pet ownership.

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.

Piastri's Baku Humiliation Revealed in Shocking Images

New photos from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix expose the full extent of the disastrous pit stop that left McLaren's Oscar Piastri stranded and humiliated on the Baku streets.

Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display

Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.

Hidden Bus Stop Feature Stuns Australian Commuters

Australian bus passengers are discovering a remarkable, little-known feature at their stops that provides real-time arrival information with a simple press of a button, revolutionising the daily commute.

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.

Williams fined £25k for dangerous Sainz pit incident

Williams Racing has been slapped with a £25,000 fine, with £10,000 suspended, after a dangerous pit release forced Carlos Sainz to take evasive action at the British Grand Prix. The incident involved Logan Sargeant's car and has major implications for the

Toddler's agonising 'hot tub rash' from soft play ball pit

A UK mother issues an urgent warning to parents after her toddler developed a severe Pseudomonas infection from a soft play centre ball pit, describing it as 'like something out of a horror movie'.

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.

Red Bull Mechanic Injured in Verstappen Pit Stop Mishap

A dramatic pit stop during the Austrian Grand Prix practice saw a Red Bull mechanic, Calum Nicholas, sustain a serious leg injury after being struck by Max Verstappen's car, casting a shadow over the team's weekend.

McLaren F1 Team Orders Scandal: Piastri Robbed at Monza?

A controversial pit stop strategy at the Italian Grand Prix has ignited a fiery conspiracy theory, suggesting McLaren sacrificed Oscar Piastri's podium to favour Lando Norris. Dive into the analysis of F1's latest team orders storm.

Norris slams McLaren's 'embarrassing' Italian GP strategy

McLaren's Lando Norris delivered a scathing assessment of his team's strategy at the Italian Grand Prix, labelling a critical pit stop error as 'embarrassing' after it cost him a potential podium finish behind dominant winner Max Verstappen.

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.

Met Officer Sacked for Lying About Cannabis Smell

PC Stuart Hooper was found guilty of gross misconduct after a tribunal ruled he lied about smelling cannabis to justify an unlawful stop of two men in Epping Forest. The officer has been dismissed without notice.

Southport house for sale comes with a giant ball pit

A unique three-bedroom house in Southport, Merseyside, has hit the market with an extraordinary feature: a massive, multi-coloured ball pit filling the entire living room, capturing the imagination of buyers and nostalgic adults alike.