Manhunt after village Christmas tree and war memorial felled
Durham Police release CCTV image after a cherished Christmas tree doubling as a WWI memorial was chopped down in Shotton Colliery. A crowdfunder for a replacement has been launched.
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Coatbridge Colliery Fire Health Concerns Grow
Residents in Coatbridge fear for their health as an underground colliery fire, burning since July, blankets gardens in soot. Council insists air quality is safe. Read the latest.
Community restores felled war memorial Christmas tree
Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
Mother dies from brain bleed found by young sons
Lorraine Probert, 45, collapsed at home in Gresford after a sudden brain haemorrhage. Her sons, aged 5 and 10, found her. A fundraiser supports her devastated family.
Thailand floods: 145 dead, 3.6 million affected
Catastrophic flooding in southern Thailand has killed at least 145 people and impacted 3.6 million residents. Discover the full extent of the damage and ongoing relief efforts.
Thailand flood death toll rises above 80
Severe flooding in southern Thailand claims over 80 lives as waters begin to subside, affecting 3 million people across 12 provinces. Emergency response continues.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 23
The death toll from devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has climbed to 23, with 28 people still missing. Rescue teams are working against the clock. Read the latest updates.
UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills multiple in Philippines flooding
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes devastation across Cebu province, claiming multiple lives and triggering catastrophic flooding as rescue operations intensify.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with devastating floods
Powerful Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and devastating floods across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Philippines, forces mass evacuations
Severe Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread devastation as it continues its dangerous path.
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.
Helicopter Crash at Doncaster's Bentley Colliery Site
Emergency services responded to a serious helicopter crash near Doncaster, with police confirming an ongoing operation at the former Bentley Colliery site. Authorities have sealed off the area as investigations continue.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
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.
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.
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