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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.

Tokyo crash: One dead, 10 injured as driver flees

A car ploughed into a crowd in Tokyo, leaving at least one person dead and 10 injured. The driver fled the scene. Follow for the latest updates on this breaking story.

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.

Nintendo Plans Major Tokyo Gaming Museum Expansion

Nintendo announces ambitious plans for a new interactive museum in Tokyo, celebrating decades of gaming innovation from Mario to Pokémon. The project promises to be a major tourist attraction and marks significant investment in Japan's cultural capital.

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.

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.

Tokyo population sees first decline in 26 years

Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.

Flight booking error adds 1,000 miles to Tokyo trip

A British traveller's dream trip to Japan turned into an unexpected global tour after a booking error added over 1,000 extra miles to his journey. Discover how his direct flight became a multi-stop marathon across Europe.

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.

Tokyo's Hidden Racism Crisis Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals the disturbing reality of racism facing foreign residents in Tokyo, with personal accounts of workplace discrimination, housing rejection, and daily prejudice in one of the world's most advanced cities.

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.

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines overnight, collapsing buildings including nightclubs and homes while people slept. The catastrophic tremor has left at least 60 dead and hundreds injured in one of the deadliest seismic events

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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.

Olyslagers leaps to high jump gold in Tokyo triumph

Australian athletics star Nicola Olyslagers clinches a dramatic high jump world title in Tokyo, while compatriot Matt Denny secures discus silver in a spectacular night for the green and gold.

Hodgkinson's Tokyo Agony Fuels Paris 2024 Gold Dream

British athletics sensation Keely Hodgkinson reflects on her Olympic 800m silver medal, the pain of missing gold by a whisker, and her fierce determination to go one better at the Paris 2024 Games.

Hodgkinson wins 800m silver at World Championships

British athletics star Keely Hodgkinson clinches a brilliant silver medal in a dramatic 800m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, setting a new British record and proving her status as a global track superstar.

Prince Edward and Sophie's poignant temple visit in Japan

The Earl and Countess of Wessex continued their poignant royal tour of Japan with a serene visit to a Tokyo temple, honouring the late Emperor and showcasing the soft power of the modern monarchy.

KJT's emotional bronze: Tears of triumph at World Championships

British heptathlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson secures dramatic joint bronze medal at Tokyo World Championships in emotional comeback, four years after Olympic heartbreak in Japan.

Queen's Edinburgh Swans Thrive in Tokyo 50 Years Later

A flock of whooper swans gifted from Edinburgh to Tokyo 50 years ago has not only survived but thrived, becoming a celebrated conservation triumph and a symbol of international friendship.

Cambridge grad's 'Goddess' mindset wins Paralympic silver

Cambridge University graduate and Team GB star Lina Nielsen opens up about her 'aggressive and sexy' track philosophy that powered her to a stunning silver medal at the Tokyo Paralympics.