A group of quick-thinking Boy Scouts from Troop 681 became unlikely heroes after discovering an 80-year-old US Navy veteran, Douglas Montgomery, who had been missing for three days in the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains.
A massive fire has torn through an industrial estate in Witham, Essex, sending plumes of thick black smoke across the county. Emergency services are on the scene as residents are urged to stay indoors and keep windows closed.
The Scottish Government is spearheading a massive £500 million investment in the Highlands and Islands' green energy sector, partnering with a US private equity firm to create sustainable jobs and boost the local economy.
First Minister John Swinney delivered a blistering, Braveheart-inspired retort to Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross during a heated First Minister's Questions, defending the SNP's record and accusing opponents of 'gutter politics'.
Two hikers survive a 12-hour ordeal lost on a California mountain in scorching heat with no water, rescued by sheriff's deputies in a dramatic night-time operation.
Emergency services are battling a significant fire at a commercial property on South Ward Road in Dundee city centre. Thick black smoke is billowing across the area, with residents urged to avoid the scene and keep windows closed.
Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
A major fire has devastated a watersports centre in Nottinghamshire, destroying dozens of kayaks and canoes. Shocking footage captures the intense blaze as crews battle the inferno.
A mother who escaped a devastating house fire issues a life-saving plea to all homeowners after a simple, inexpensive device gave her family crucial minutes to escape. Discover why this safety check could be the most important thing you do today.
First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for prioritising a symbolic vote on Palestinian statehood over addressing Scotland's domestic emergencies in healthcare, education, and the economy.
A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.
A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.
A massive fire has engulfed a commercial unit on an industrial estate in Moreton Valence, Gloucester, prompting a huge emergency service response. Thick, acrid smoke is visible for miles, with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors c
A major emergency response is underway in Yonkers after a ferocious warehouse fire sent plumes of potentially hazardous chemical smoke billowing across residential areas, prompting urgent safety warnings.
The desperate search for experienced hiker Tom Brown, 64, continues after he sent a final, heartbreaking text to his wife from Scotland's Ben Nevis as a fierce storm closed in. His last message: 'Terrible weather. Very windy. Love you.'
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's population growth has hit a historic low, with record net migration losses to England and Wales. Experts point to UK immigration policies and the cost-of-living crisis as key drivers.
Hidden in Scotland's countryside, Wigtown offers breathtaking Gothic architecture, literary treasures, and stunning coastal views—a perfect UK escape.
A major fire has torn through the historic Southport Pier, one of the UK's oldest pleasure piers, with crews battling the large-scale blaze through the night.
A Utah couple's newborn baby was dramatically rescued after their car caught fire and exploded in the remote Utah desert. The miraculous survival story involved a desperate 911 call and a race against time.
Shocking footage captures the moment a violent protest in Makassar, Indonesia, turns deadly as a massive fire engulfs city council buildings following a storming by demonstrators.
A catastrophic wildfire, suspected to be sparked by a discarded cigarette, has torn through Cyprus, claiming two lives and reducing multi-million pound luxury villas to ash in an apocalyptic scene.
The iconic Kimball Castle in Gilford, New Hampshire, a Gilded Age landmark, has been tragically destroyed by a devastating fire, with officials now confirming the historic structure must be demolished.
A devastating fire has ripped through the iconic Palace Theatre in Southend, with over 60 firefighters tackling the blaze. Live updates as emergency services work to save the historic building.
A heroic RAF rescue team executed a perilous nighttime operation to save two teenagers trapped by rising tides on a dangerous North Yorkshire cliff face near Scarborough.
A significant moorland fire is raging across the North York Moors National Park, with multiple fire crews engaged in a large-scale operation to protect nearby villages and control the spread.
Fire crews are using explosive charges to combat a significant wildfire on Saddleworth Moor, West Yorkshire, with smoke visible for miles. Authorities advise residents to keep windows closed.
Dramatic bodycam footage captures the heart-stopping moment New Jersey firefighters rescue a young boy forced to jump from a second-floor window of a ferocious house fire in Asbury Park. A story of incredible bravery and a narrow escape.
A daring mountaineer faces a desperate fight for survival after becoming trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus. Rescue teams battle extreme cold and high winds in a race against time.