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British Army Captain Smashes Jungle Ultra Record

British Army Captain Tom Evans has obliterated the course record in one of the world's toughest ultra-marathons, the 155-mile Jungle Ultra through the Peruvian Amazon, beating the previous record by a staggering four hours.

Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation

In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.

Brit adventurer's 18-day Amazon survival nightmare

Exclusive: British explorer Ed Stafford recounts his harrowing 18-day fight for survival after being abandoned in the Peruvian Amazon. Facing starvation, venomous snakes, and utter isolation, the seasoned adventurer reveals how he cheated death in one of

Drone Reveals Uncontacted Amazon Tribe Under Threat

Exclusive aerial images reveal an uncontacted Indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest facing existential threats from illegal logging and drug trafficking, as experts warn of a humanitarian crisis.

Michaella McCollum's Shocking Peru Prison Strip Search

Exclusive: Michaella McCollum opens up about the brutal and dehumanising reality of her incarceration in Peru for drug smuggling, revealing horrific strip searches and the psychological torment she endured.

Schoolboy savagely beaten on train as passengers watch

Disturbing footage captures the moment a man launches a vicious, unprovoked attack on a schoolboy aboard a busy UK train, while horrified commuters look on. The assailant remains at large as British Transport Police appeal for witnesses.

Transport for Wales Cuts Train Fares by 50% for August

Transport for Wales is offering a massive 50% discount on all off-peak train travel throughout August 2024. The month-long sale aims to boost tourism and provide cost-of-living relief to passengers across Wales and the borders.

Government Scraps Great British Railways Plan

Plans for the flagship Great British Railways body have been officially abandoned by the UK government, marking a major reversal in post-Brexit rail reform and sparking fury from industry leaders.

Peruvian Woman Jailed 12 Years in Bali for Cocaine

A Peruvian national, Anggie Francisca Bautista Gil, has been sentenced to 12 years in a Bali prison and fined £65,000 for attempting to smuggle 3.4kg of cocaine into Indonesia. The shocking case highlights the country's severe anti-drug laws.

UK Train Fares Get Biggest January Hike in a Decade

Commuters across England, Wales, and Scotland are facing the largest New Year train fare increase since 2013, with prices rising by up to 4.9%, sparking outrage from campaigners who label it a 'bitter pill' for struggling households.

English Rail Fares to Soar by 4.9% in 2025

Millions of rail passengers in England are bracing for an inflation-busting fare rise of up to 4.9% next year, adding hundreds of pounds to annual season tickets amidst a deepening cost of living crisis.

Peru Declares Health Emergency Over Dengue Outbreak

Peru faces a mounting health crisis as a deadly dengue fever outbreak surges, prompting a nationwide health emergency. Soaring cases and a rising death toll have overwhelmed health services.

British Climber Rescued in Dramatic 22,000ft Peru Ordeal

A British climber's solo ascent of Peru's highest peak turns into a desperate fight for survival after a catastrophic fall leaves her stranded at 22,000ft in -15C temperatures. Read the incredible story of the high-altitude helicopter rescue mission that

BTP officers to strike over pay dispute

British Transport Police officers, represented by the RMT union, are set to strike in a dispute over pay and conditions, potentially causing widespread travel chaos across the UK.

Peru declares emergency over deadly dengue outbreak

Peru faces a public health crisis as dengue fever cases surge, prompting the government to declare a state of emergency in 18 regions. Learn about the outbreak's impact and response efforts.

Police hunt violent robbers on London trains

British Transport Police launch urgent manhunt after series of violent robberies and sexual assaults on London trains. Victims report terrifying ordeals as criminals target rush-hour passengers.

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