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College Football Player Dies After Medical Emergency

The Westminster College, Missouri, community is in mourning after freshman defensive lineman, Jermaine 'Jay' Middleton, tragically passed away due to medical complications just hours after playing for the team.

Swimmers Return To Chicago River After 50-Year Ban

In a landmark event for urban environmental recovery, swimmers returned to the Chicago River for the first sanctioned race in over 50 years, marking a stunning turnaround for a waterway once synonymous with industrial waste.

Viking Tonle: New Luxury Mekong River Cruise Ship Launches

Embark on a journey aboard Viking Tonle, the newest and most luxurious ship to grace the Mekong River. Discover how its innovative design, cultural immersion programmes, and commitment to sustainable tourism are redefining luxury river cruising in Southea

Student Trey Reed Found Hanged Near Mississippi University

Mississippi authorities are investigating the death of Trey Reed, a 22-year-old Black student found hanged near Delta State University. While police suggest suicide, his family and activists demand a full probe, citing a lack of note and historical contex

13 Insect-Bitten Children Found in Deplorable US Home

Thirteen children were discovered in a squalid Mississippi home, suffering from insect bites and severe neglect. Police arrested their parents in a disturbing case of child endangerment that has horrified authorities.

Family of Four Die in River Derwent Tragedy

A major emergency response unfolded in North Yorkshire as a family, including two young children, was recovered from the River Derwent near Malton. Police are investigating the tragic circumstances.

Teen's miracle escape after truck plunges into river

A teenage driver had a miraculous escape after his pickup truck crashed through a dock and sank into the South River in Marshfield, Massachusetts. Emergency services performed a dramatic water rescue.

Fury over plan to siphon water from drought-hit River Wharfe

Yorkshire Water faces a fierce backlash from residents and environmentalists over its emergency proposal to extract millions of litres from the already depleted River Wharfe, a move branded an 'ecological disaster' for the region.

Mississippi Declares Emergency Over Soaring Infant Deaths

Mississippi declares a state of emergency over a devastating infant mortality crisis, with rates now the highest in the US. Health officials reveal a shocking 75% rise in newborn deaths in just one region, prompting urgent calls for action.

Teen Hero Saves Man in Dramatic Thames Rescue

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.

Mississippi Navy Shipyard Shooting Leaves Worker Dead

A tragic shooting at a US Navy-contracted shipyard in Mississippi leaves one worker dead and another injured. The suspected gunman, a disgruntled employee, was later found deceased from a self-inflicted wound.

US Olympians Sentenced in Mississippi Fraud Case

Two former US Olympic hopefuls have been sentenced for their roles in a multi-million dollar Mississippi welfare fraud scheme that misused funds intended for the state's most vulnerable citizens.

Sydney Submerged: Record Deluge Triggers Major Flood Emergency

A catastrophic rain bomb has unleashed chaos across New South Wales, with Sydney facing its worst flooding in decades. Evacuation orders are in force as rivers burst banks, threatening homes and critical infrastructure. Full details on the unfolding crisi

City Split Between Germany & Switzerland By A River

Discover the stunning European city where a colossal river creates an international divide, placing one half in Germany and the other in Switzerland, complete with two separate currencies and time zones.

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