A group of quick-thinking Boy Scouts from Troop 681 became unlikely heroes after discovering an 80-year-old US Navy veteran, Douglas Montgomery, who had been missing for three days in the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains.
Two hikers survive a 12-hour ordeal lost on a California mountain in scorching heat with no water, rescued by sheriff's deputies in a dramatic night-time operation.
A US Army cadet training at Sandhurst is being celebrated for his incredible bravery after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle on the M3 motorway, an act of heroism that has captured the public's admiration.
Marine conservationists issue urgent warning after jet ski and speedboat users repeatedly harass dolphins off the Cornish coast, risking fatal collisions with protected species.
A desperate race against time to save a rare Cuvier's beaked whale on a Cornish beach ended in tragedy, as rescuers were unable to move the distressed animal to safety. The incident has sparked an important conversation about marine wildlife strandings.
A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.
Groundbreaking data from the Longevity Science Panel reveals a widening life expectancy gap in the UK, with women now living an average of 5 years and 8 months longer than men. Experts explore the complex reasons behind this startling disparity.
A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.
The desperate search for experienced hiker Tom Brown, 64, continues after he sent a final, heartbreaking text to his wife from Scotland's Ben Nevis as a fierce storm closed in. His last message: 'Terrible weather. Very windy. Love you.'
Exclusive footage reveals heroic helicopter evacuations in Afghanistan's devastating earthquake. Latest updates on the rescue efforts and international response.
A quick-thinking surfer became an unlikely hero on a Florida beach, braving treacherous currents to rescue a father and his young son from a near-fatal drowning. Witnesses describe the heart-stopping moments of the dramatic ocean rescue.
A Utah couple's newborn baby was dramatically rescued after their car caught fire and exploded in the remote Utah desert. The miraculous survival story involved a desperate 911 call and a race against time.
Incredible footage captures the magical moment a colossal Pacific octopus, displaying astonishing intelligence and curiosity, gently embraces a diver and appears to pose for a selfie off the British Columbia coast.
In an unprecedented event, Scottish fishermen have successfully landed a prized Pacific bluefin tuna off the coast of Scotland, a species typically found in warmer waters thousands of miles away, sparking excitement and scientific intrigue.
A heroic RAF rescue team executed a perilous nighttime operation to save two teenagers trapped by rising tides on a dangerous North Yorkshire cliff face near Scarborough.
A daring mountaineer faces a desperate fight for survival after becoming trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus. Rescue teams battle extreme cold and high winds in a race against time.
In a breathtaking act of bravery, Thames Valley Police officers stormed a blazing house in Aylesbury, battling intense flames and smoke to save a trapped man's life. Read the full story of their courageous rescue.
In a stunning marine discovery, scientists have identified a new species of shark, the Sailback Houndshark, off the UK coast, rewriting what we know about British marine biodiversity.
New scientific research reveals a hidden crisis as rising CO2 levels are acidifying our oceans, causing significant damage to shark teeth and threatening their ability to hunt and feed effectively.
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
Enormous barrel jellyfish, some measuring over a metre and weighing up to 40kg, are appearing in unprecedented numbers around the British coastline, creating both concern and fascination among marine experts.
A quick-thinking motorist became an unexpected hero on the M25 after stopping four lanes of traffic to save a terrified animal stranded on the busy orbital motorway. The dramatic incident, caught on dashcam, unfolded during rush hour, showcasing an incred
A heartwarming tale of survival in rural Victoria as a pet Indian myna bird, 'Desi Bird', is miraculously reunited with his owners after a two-day disappearance and a dramatic rescue from a tree hollow.
Scientists unravel the chilling mystery behind one of nature's most devastating marine epidemics that wiped out starfish populations across the Pacific coastline.
In a breathtaking alpine rescue operation, teams battle extreme conditions to save a Russian climber stranded for nearly two weeks on Europe's highest peak with severe injuries. The dramatic Elbrus mission continues.
A desperate rescue mission to save a dolphin stranded in a Cornish river ends in heartbreak as the marine mammal succumbs to its injuries, despite the heroic efforts of medics and wildlife experts.
Scientists have obtained breathtaking footage of a rare deep-sea squid, the elusive Antarctic phantom squid, in its natural habitat for the first time, revealing its unique adaptations and ethereal beauty.
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.