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Flutter Launches £1M Grassroots Football Rescue Fund

Flutter UKI pledges £1 million to save struggling local football clubs across Britain. The Cash4Clubs fund offers grants up to £10,000 for facility upgrades, equipment, and community programmes.

NHS to screen children's blood pressure from age 5

In a major public health shift, the NHS is set to introduce routine blood pressure monitoring for children as young as five to combat future heart disease and strokes. Experts hail the move as a proactive measure to identify early cardiovascular risks.

As temperatures drop, experts reveal why your home becomes a target for mice this autumn and the simple, effective steps you can take to prevent an infestation without calling pest control.

06/09/2025 04:34

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.

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.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 06:27

Tap Water Lithium Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk

Groundbreaking research from the UK suggests trace amounts of lithium in drinking water may significantly reduce dementia risk. Discover how this common element could revolutionise preventive brain health strategies.

Clopidogrel Beats Aspirin in Heart Attack Prevention

Groundbreaking NHS research shows clopidogrel is significantly more effective than traditional aspirin at preventing recurrent heart attacks and strokes, potentially transforming cardiovascular treatment protocols across Britain.

4p Daily Pill Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%

A groundbreaking new study reveals a cheap, 'polypill' combining four common medications could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, offering a simple, life-saving solution for over-50s.

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

Trump Cuts Blamed for Collapse of MN Violence Prevention

Exclusive investigation reveals how the Trump administration's termination of a federal violence prevention initiative left a Minnesota programme for high-risk youth defunded and defunct, raising questions about the long-term cost of such policy decisions

SNP's £20M Handout to Gender Self-ID Supporters Sparks Fury

Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi

RFK Jr Axes £122M in Diversity Grants After Audit

Exclusive: Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has terminated a staggering $122 million in taxpayer-funded grants earmarked for LGBT and diversity initiatives. The move comes after a damning internal audit revealed 'poor use of funds' and a failu

27 Genius Hacks to Slash Your Energy Bills

Struggling with soaring energy costs? Discover 27 expert-approved tips to drastically reduce your gas and electricity bills, from simple thermostat tricks to free government grants. Start saving today!

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding

The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

School Uniform Scandal: Kids Working to Afford Blazers

An exposé into the dark side of the UK's school uniform industry, revealing how rigid policies trap families in a cycle of debt and force children into hidden labour to afford mandatory branded items.

Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited

A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.

School uniform costs crisis hits UK families

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering financial burden of mandatory school uniforms on British families, with branded items costing up to 300% more than supermarket alternatives.

Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst

Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.

School uniform hygiene poverty crisis hits UK children

Exclusive investigation reveals how hygiene poverty forces UK children to wear unclean uniforms, impacting mental health and attendance. Teachers report alarming rise in cases.

FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims

In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov

Newsom defies Supreme Court on homeless encampments

California Governor Gavin Newsom announces a major shift in homeless policy, siding with cities against a Supreme Court ruling to accelerate the clearing of encampments in Los Angeles and beyond.

Santorini Cliff Collapses Into Sea as Tourists Film in Horror

A massive landslide has devastated part of Santorini's coastline, sending a chunk of the island crashing into the sea as horrified tourists filmed. The catastrophic event, following months of earthquakes, has engulfed a village and raised serious safety c