Body found in search for missing boy, 14
Police have confirmed the heartbreaking discovery of a body in the River Tyne, believed to be missing 14-year-old Robert Hattersley, as the community mourns the tragic outcome.
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Father of three drowns in River Tyne tragedy
A devoted family man tragically lost his life after falling into the River Tyne following a night out with friends, leaving behind a heartbroken family and three young children.
Hudson River radioactive contamination shock
Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.
Newcastle University student dies from suspected meningitis
Newcastle University mourns the loss of a first-year student who passed away after a short illness, with suspected meningitis prompting health warnings across campus.
Paddlewheel Cruises Return to the Seine
Discover the romantic allure of traditional paddlewheel river cruising as CroisiEurope launches nostalgic voyages along the Seine, offering a unique perspective on Paris and Normandy.
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
Sydney Mum Charged Over River Attempted Murder of Daughters
A 27-year-old Sydney woman has been charged with the attempted murder of her two young daughters after a harrowing incident at a Windsor riverbank. The community is in shock as details emerge.
Man pleads guilty to arson on Labour MP's office
A 28-year-old man from Washington pleads guilty to a deliberate arson attack on the constituency office of Labour MP Sharon Hodgson. The fire caused significant damage, with the case now adjourned for sentencing.
Rome's River Tiber to be made swimmable in major clean-up
The River Tiber in Rome, once a polluted no-go zone, is being transformed into a swimmable waterway, with the first official bathing areas planned within four years under a major environmental initiative.
50 Years of Watching the River Wye Change and Decline
An intimate, half-century chronicle of the River Wye's dramatic decline, from a thriving ecosystem to a shadow of its former self, revealing the stark reality of the UK's nature crisis.
NHS Defaced in Washington Graffiti Spree - Police Hunt Vandals
Northumbria Police launch investigation after 'mindless' vandals target shops, bus stops, and the NHS in a widespread graffiti attack across Washington, Tyne and Wear.
MP's Office Destroyed in Suspected Arson Attack
Labour MP Sharon Hodgson's constituency office in Washington was gutted by a fire police are treating as suspected arson. The shocking incident has sparked a major investigation.
Great North Run apologises for medal map omitting Sunderland
Organisers of the Great North Run have issued a public apology for a commemorative medal map that sparked fury by excluding Sunderland, reigniting historic Tyne-Wear rivalries.
Hippo Capsizes Boat in Ivory Coast, 12 Rescued
A boat carrying 21 people was capsized by a hippopotamus on the Sassandra River in Ivory Coast, leading to a dramatic rescue operation for a dozen passengers.
Celebrity Cruises Launches New Luxury River Ships
Celebrity Cruises announces its first-ever river cruise fleet, Celebrity River Cruises, with four luxurious ships set to sail Europe's iconic waterways from Spring 2025.
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.
Girl, 14, swept to death in River Tyne: Final moments revealed
The heartbreaking final moments of a 14-year-old girl, who tragically drowned in the River Tyne after being swept away by a strong current, have been detailed in a new report. The incident has sparked urgent safety warnings.
UK Farm Pollution Crisis: Rivers Devastated by Intensive Farming
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive pig and poultry farming has become the dominant source of pollution in Britain's countryside, devastating river ecosystems and overwhelming sewage systems.
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.
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.
Whitley Bay Funfair Evacuated After Police Incident
A major police incident forced the sudden evacuation of a popular funfair in Whitley Bay. Eyewitnesses report a heavy emergency service presence and a man being detained. Get the latest updates.
Lammy avoids fine after fishing licence oversight with Vance
Foreign Secretary David Lammy escapes penalty after being caught fishing without a valid licence during high-profile meeting with Republican Senator JD Vance on the River Tyne.
Perrie Edwards' Shock Stage Dive With Robbie Williams
Little Mix star Perrie Edwards left fans in a frenzy with an unexpected live performance alongside pop legend Robbie Williams during his headline set at Newcastle's Come Festival.
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.
Heroic Bystanders Rescue Woman from Icy River in Blackburn
A woman was dramatically rescued from the freezing River Darwen in Blackburn after falling in near Witton Park. Quick-thinking members of the public formed a human chain to save her before emergency services arrived.
Car Plunges into River in Bethesda, Driver Rescued
Emergency services race against time after a car veers off a bridge and into the River Ogwen in Gwynedd. One man is rescued and taken to hospital following the dramatic incident near Bethesda.
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