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Bhopal Gas Tragedy: The Unheeded Warnings

The 1984 Bhopal gas leak killed thousands. Decades later, survivors still fight for justice as the death toll rises. Discover the full story of corporate negligence.

CFMEU Officials Jailed for Bribery Scandal

Two former CFMEU officials sentenced for corruptly taking bribes. The union pledges to rebuild after this 'egregious breach of trust'. Read the full details.

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.

HMRC worker refuses office return, blames union

A UK tax office worker's refusal to return to the office post-lockdown sparks legal battle, with union advice at the centre of the controversy. Exclusive details on the employment tribunal case.

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 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.

Teamsters Union Endorses Trump in 2025 Election Shock

In a dramatic political shift, the powerful Teamsters union has thrown its support behind Donald Trump for the 2025 presidential election, creating shockwaves across the American political landscape.

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.

Eddie Jones returns as Japan rugby coach

Controversial coach Eddie Jones makes stunning comeback to Japanese rugby just months after walking away from Wallabies disaster during Autumn Nations Series.

Carbide gun injuries surge during Diwali celebrations

As Diwali celebrations illuminate India, a dangerous new trend of homemade carbide guns is causing serious injuries and hospitalisations across multiple states, with doctors warning of severe burns and potential long-term damage.

Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members

RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.

Oxford Union pays £25,000 for Trump Instagram post

The prestigious Oxford Union faces mounting criticism after paying £25,000 for an Instagram post featuring Donald Trump, sparking outrage among students and alumni over the controversial expenditure.

Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural

A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.

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.

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.

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