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Greta Thunberg banned from Venice after protest

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was banned from Venice for 48 hours after an Extinction Rebellion protest dyed the Grand Canal green. Read more on this environmental activism story.

Venice's Grand Canal dyed green in climate protest

Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion have dyed Venice's Grand Canal and other Italian waterways green to protest the failure of COP30 to phase out fossil fuels. Discover the full story behind the dramatic demonstration.

Man found dead in Birmingham canal

A man has tragically died after police were called to reports of a person in a canal in Birmingham. Follow for the latest breaking news updates.

British tourist drowns in Venice canal

Tragedy strikes as a British holidaymaker dies after falling into a Venetian canal following an evening walk with his wife during their Italian getaway.

Woman thrown into freezing Lake Superior in vicious assault

A Minnesota woman recounts her terrifying ordeal after being violently thrown into Lake Superior's near-freezing waters in what police are treating as a serious assault. The victim suffered hypothermia and shock during the brutal incident near Duluth's Ca

Human remains found in Manchester canal search

Police have made a grim discovery in the search for missing Sadiq Allam, 37, after potential human remains were found near a Manchester canal. Forensic examinations are underway.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

Cruise ships reroute from Suez Canal over security fears

Major cruise lines including Royal Caribbean and MSC are diverting voyages away from the Suez Canal due to security concerns, forcing itinerary changes and longer journeys for Mediterranean and Middle East cruises.

Lost Canaletto Masterpiece Could Fetch £5 Million

A breathtaking Canaletto painting of Venice's Grand Canal, hidden from public view for nearly a century, emerges for spectacular Sotheby's sale this autumn. Art experts hail the 18th-century masterpiece as 'extraordinarily fresh' and 'perfectly preserved'

Climate Change Threatens Historic Erie Canal

New research reveals how climate change is threatening the historic Erie Canal, the 19th-century engineering marvel that transformed America's economic landscape, with severe weather patterns putting this national treasure at risk.

Hero saves puppy from canal drowning attack

A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.

Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin

Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.

ICE raid chaos on Canal Street shocks tourists

Dramatic scenes unfolded in Lower Manhattan as federal immigration agents conducted a surprise raid on Canal Street marketplace, sending vendors fleeing and leaving tourists stunned.

Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid

Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.

Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest

Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.

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