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Grimsby Stun Sheffield Wednesday in Carabao Cup Shock

League Two minnows Grimsby Town pull off a monumental Carabao Cup upset, defeating Championship side Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 in a dramatic first-round clash at Hillsborough.

Starmer vows Hillsborough Law to rebalance justice system

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pledges a new 'Hillsborough Law' to tilt the scales of justice towards ordinary families in public inquiries, following a powerful meeting with bereaved relatives.

Lammy's Hillsborough Law: A New Era for UK Justice?

Foreign Secretary David Lammy reignites the call for a Hillsborough Law, proposing sweeping reforms to rebalance the legal system in favour of ordinary citizens against powerful institutions.

Lammy: Hillsborough Law will punish serious wrongdoing

Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to end impunity for public authorities and create a legal duty of candour, forcing transparency in official investigations.

Hillsborough Law: Duty of Candour Bill Heads to Parliament

The Hillsborough Law, a new bill mandating a legal 'duty of candour' on public officials, will be presented to Parliament. It aims to prevent future cover-ups like the one following the 1989 disaster that claimed 97 lives.

Starmer pledges 'Hillsborough Law' for victims' rights

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer commits to introducing a landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to rebalance the justice system in favour of victims and their families, tackling institutional defensiveness.

Burnham Challenges Starmer Over Hillsborough Law Pledge

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham issues a powerful challenge to Labour leader Keir Starmer, urging him to pledge a landmark 'Hillsborough Law' for transparency and justice if elected.

Starmer pledges Hillsborough Law to aid victims' families

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer vows to enact a landmark 'Hillsborough Law' if elected, aiming to rebalance the legal system and empower victims' families after long campaigns for justice.

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.

Hillsborough Police Chief Guilty of Gross Misconduct

Former Ch Supt David Duckenfield is found guilty of gross misconduct by the police watchdog for his role in the Hillsborough disaster, though he avoids a disciplinary hearing due to ill health. The landmark ruling brings a measure of accountability decade

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 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.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 03:27

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Sheffield Wednesday stun Leeds in dramatic penalty shootout

Sheffield Wednesday pulled off a monumental upset against Championship rivals Leeds United, winning 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a thrilling Carabao Cup second-round tie at Hillsborough.

Arsenal Fans' Hillsborough Nightmare at San Siro 1989

Arsenal supporters relive Hillsborough trauma during chaotic 1989 European Cup trip to San Siro. Exclusive accounts reveal crushing fears and police mishandling.

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited

A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.

Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst

Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.

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

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.

Sheff Wed owner threatens exit over fan criticism

Sheffield Wednesday's owner Dejphon Chansiri has issued a stark warning to fans, threatening to leave the club if criticism continues, sparking fresh turmoil at Hillsborough.