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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with severe flooding

Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across northern Philippines, triggering widespread flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.

Prince William's Caribbean Mission: Diplomacy & Disaster Relief

The Prince of Wales makes significant diplomatic moves in Jamaica and Haiti, confronting Commonwealth tensions while championing disaster response initiatives across the Caribbean region.

Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean, Jamaica worst hit

Category 4 hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Caribbean with Jamaica bearing the brunt. Emergency response teams deploy as UK and international community coordinate relief efforts.

King Charles supports Caribbean hurricane relief efforts

The King demonstrates royal commitment to disaster response as he meets British Red Cross teams coordinating aid for hurricane-ravaged Caribbean nations.

Hurricane Melissa Ravages Caribbean: Haiti and Cuba Hit Hard

Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of devastation across Caribbean nations with Haiti and Cuba bearing the brunt of catastrophic flooding and infrastructure damage.

Jamaica reels from worst storm in history

Hurricane Donald's devastating path through Jamaica leaves unprecedented destruction, with rescue teams battling to reach isolated communities as death toll rises.

Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell

Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.

Hurricane Beryl ravages Caribbean nations

Hurricane Beryl's catastrophic path through the Caribbean leaves trail of destruction across Jamaica, Haiti, and Dominican Republic, prompting urgent international response efforts.

Tropical Storm Melissa brings deadly flooding to Caribbean

Tropical Storm Melissa triggers catastrophic flooding across the Caribbean, claiming lives and forcing thousands to evacuate as forecasters warn of further intensification.

Uganda Landslide Tragedy: 63 Dead at Primary School

At least 63 people, mostly children, are feared dead after catastrophic landslides buried classrooms at Bakuku Primary School in Uganda's Bududa district during heavy rainfall.

Paris Tornado: One Dead, Dozens Injured in City Centre

A devastating tornado has struck central Paris, leaving one person dead and multiple injured as emergency services battle the aftermath of the unprecedented weather event.

MP warns Hillsborough Law could create 'slippery slope'

Labour MP Ian Byrne raises urgent concerns about the proposed Hillsborough Law, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future tragedy responses while honouring victims' legacy.

British Virgin Islands face tsunami threat

New geological research reveals the Caribbean paradise of the British Virgin Islands faces a significant tsunami risk from nearby fault lines, with experts calling for urgent preparedness measures.

Science-Backed Ways to Stop Itchy Skin Without Scratching

Discover revolutionary approaches to combat persistent itching using evidence-based methods that actually work. From cooling techniques to neurological tricks, learn how to break the scratch-itch cycle for good.

Illinois Housing Relief: Direct Payments Available

A groundbreaking housing assistance programme in Illinois offers direct payments to struggling homeowners and renters. Discover if you qualify for this financial relief initiative.

Bosnian village remembers 19 flood victims one year on

A small Bosnian village solemnly remembers the 19 victims of catastrophic flooding and a devastating landslide that struck exactly one year ago, forever changing their community.

Indonesia School Collapse: Death Toll Hits 14

Tragedy deepens in Indonesia as emergency crews recover more victims from collapsed school building, with search operations continuing for missing persons amid growing community anguish.

Taiwan's great flood clean-up: community unites to rebuild

In an extraordinary display of community spirit, thousands of volunteers from all walks of life descended on a devastated Taiwanese town to help clear the wreckage left by catastrophic flooding.

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines overnight, collapsing buildings including nightclubs and homes while people slept. The catastrophic tremor has left at least 60 dead and hundreds injured in one of the deadliest seismic events

01/10/2025 03:54

Indonesia School Collapse: Desperate Search for Survivors

Rescue teams work through the night after a devastating school collapse in Indonesia, with frantic efforts to locate students and staff trapped beneath rubble.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation

Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

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 03:35

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 devastating third earthquake has hit western Afghanistan, compounding a humanitarian catastrophe as rescue teams struggle to reach remote villages. The death toll is feared to be in the thousands.

04/09/2025 18:02

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 16:24

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.