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IDF Intensifies Gaza Offensive, Urges Civilian Evacuation
Israeli forces escalate operations in Gaza City, issuing urgent evacuation orders to residents as heavy ground fighting and airstrikes continue. Reports detail a dire humanitarian situation with critical shortages.
Lesotho Water Project Backfires: Damage & Debt for Villagers
Exclusive report from Lesotho reveals how a multi-million-pound African Development Bank water project has left villages with cracked homes, dry taps, and crippling debt instead of the promised clean water.
Russian Strikes Kill Civilians in 'Targeted Attack'
Russian forces launched a deadly assault on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, killing at least two civilians in what local officials decry as a deliberate attack on residential areas. The latest violence underscores the ongoing brutality of the conflict.
SAS Faces High Court Over Alleged Afghanistan Killings Cover-Up
A landmark High Court case accuses the Ministry of Defence of a 'wall of silence' over alleged unlawful killings by SAS soldiers in Afghanistan. The families demand justice and a full public inquiry.
Islamists Execute 130 Civilians in Niger Mosque Massacre
Jihadist fighters have slaughtered nearly 130 civilians, including 70 worshippers at prayer, in a horrific attack in Niger's Tillabéri region. The massacre represents one of the deadliest attacks in the country's recent history.
5 Garden Plants That Can Destroy Your Home
UK gardening experts issue a stark warning over five popular plants, including Bamboo and Ivy, that can cause severe structural damage and devalue your property. Learn how to identify and manage these invasive species.
Cargo ship anchor severs vital internet cables in Long Beach
A major internet outage looms after a cargo ship's anchor severed vital subsea cables in Long Beach. The incident exposes the fragility of global digital infrastructure and raises serious questions about maritime safety protocols.
Zelensky Shares Horrific Video of Civilian Airstrike Aftermath
President Zelensky shares devastating video showing bodies strewn across a village square after a Russian missile strike targeted civilians waiting in line for financial payments.
Russian Missile Kills 51 in Ukrainian Village Massacre
A devastating Russian missile strike on a small Ukrainian village has resulted in a horrific death toll, with at least 51 civilians killed while shopping at a grocery store and café. The attack on Hroza is one of the deadliest single strikes in recent mon
UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme
Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the
UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training
The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.
UK Faces Fury Over Herzog Visit During Gaza Offensive
The UK government is under intense fire for hosting Israeli President Isaac Herzog at a time when the IDF's military campaign in Gaza has resulted in significant civilian casualties. The visit has sparked protests and accusations of complicity.
Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
Spain's Sánchez Demands Answers from Israel on Gaza Deaths
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez confronts Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for a clear explanation for the 'unacceptable' killing of civilians in Gaza and urging an immediate end to the violence.
Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Children killed fetching water in Gaza strike
A tragic Israeli airstrike in Gaza claims the lives of children and adults collecting water. The attack highlights the dire humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict in the region.
Gaza City Under Heavy Israeli Assault: Dozens Killed
Intense Israeli military operations continue in Gaza City, resulting in significant casualties and widespread destruction. Civil defence teams struggle to reach the wounded amidst ongoing bombardment.
Zelenskyy: Russia Shows 'Utter Disregard' in Zaporizhzhia Strike
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Russia of a 'terrorist attack' on a residential building in Zaporizhzhia, as rescue operations continue amidst rising casualties.
Airbnb guest's dog chews huge hole in host's wall
An Airbnb host in the UK was left with a massive repair bill and a scathing review after a guest's dog allegedly chewed a hole through a plaster wall. The shocking incident, shared online, has sparked a major debate on pet policies and guest responsibilit
US Says Russian Strikes Undermine Peace Talks After Dnipro Attack
The United States has declared that recent Russian strikes cast serious doubt on Moscow's commitment to peace, following a devastating attack on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region that resulted in civilian casualties and widespread destruction.
Elderly Woman Buried Alive for 12 Hours in Gaza Strike
A 74-year-old grandmother, Mariam Abu Dagga, endured a 12-hour burial under debris after an Israeli airstrike on her Gaza home. Her miraculous survival and rescue by neighbours highlights the human cost of the ongoing conflict.
Prabowo Decree Expands Indonesian Military's Civilian Role
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto signs a decree granting the military a greater role in civilian affairs, raising fears of a return to a militarised government and drawing sharp criticism from human rights groups.
UK's Feeble Gaza Atrocity Response Sparks Outrage
Britain faces mounting criticism for its tepid diplomatic response to the latest civilian casualties in Gaza, as aid groups condemn the government's inaction and call for immediate sanctions.
Video Captures Israeli Strike on Gaza Hospital, Killing Rescuers
Shocking new video evidence captures the precise moment an Israeli airstrike hits a functioning Gaza hospital, resulting in the deaths of rescue workers and media personnel. The incident raises grave questions about the protection of medical facilities an
Russians Hunt Civilians in Drone 'Chicken Hunt' on Highway
Exclusive report reveals Russian troops are using drones to hunt civilians on a vital Ukrainian highway, turning the escape route into a deadly gauntlet and sparking new war crime allegations.
UN Demands Probe Into Gaza Hospital Killings
The United Nations issues a stark call for independent probes into deadly strikes on Gaza hospitals, citing potential war crimes and a catastrophic collapse of the enclave's healthcare system.
Ukraine's Hidden Landmine Crisis Claims Civilian Lives
Exclusive report reveals the devastating human cost of Ukraine's contaminated landscape, with civilians and children suffering from landmine explosions long after frontline fighting has moved on.
Journalist killed in strike on Gaza hospital
A deadly strike on a Gaza hospital has claimed the life of a journalist and injured others, as the Israel-Hamas war escalates. The incident raises grave concerns about press safety and civilian casualties.
Teen's JCB rampage destroys new-build homes in £2.5m spree
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a 'mindless' JCB demolition spree destroyed multiple new-build homes in Shropshire, causing an estimated £2.5 million in damages and leaving a trail of devastation.