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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

Victoria's 'Licence to Burn' Waste Plan Sparks Fury

Victoria is radically overhauling its waste management system, fast-tracking energy-from-waste facilities. Critics warn this 'incineration revolution' risks creating a 'licence to burn' culture, undermining recycling and public health. Explore the high-st

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

Landslide in Indian Himalayas kills 5

A devastating landslide triggered by torrential rains in India's Himalayan region has killed at least five people, with rescue operations underway to locate survivors.

FEMA denies Kentucky disaster relief grants

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has rejected Kentucky's request for disaster relief grants following devastating floods, leaving residents struggling to rebuild.

Tsunami waves smash homes after 7.6 quake

Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment tsunami waves crash into coastal homes following a massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake near the Philippines. Authorities issue urgent evacuation warnings as residents flee to higher ground.

Philippines Ends Rebel Peace Talks

The Philippine government has terminated negotiations with communist insurgents, accusing them of ceasefire violations and attacks on civilians. The move marks a dramatic shift in policy under President Rodrigo Duterte.

UK Dump Transformed into Oasis with Peacocks

Discover how an unconventional waste site in the UK transformed into a haven of tranquillity, organisation, and even peacocks, defying expectations and inspiring visitors.

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