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Unexploded Bomb Found in Birmingham, Halts Trains

An unexploded wartime bomb discovered near a Birmingham railway line caused major train cancellations and a 100m exclusion zone. Bomb disposal teams made the device safe. Read the full story on the disruption.

WWII Bomb Discovery in Plymouth Halts Transport

A 500kg unexploded WWII bomb discovered in a Plymouth garden prompts a 100-metre cordon, evacuations, and major travel disruption. Key transport hubs are affected. Read the latest updates.

Dorset's Tyneham: The Village Time Forgot

Explore Tyneham, the Dorset village evacuated in WWII and never returned to. A poignant snapshot of history now open to visitors. Discover its story.

Bomb disposal expert's near-fatal error underwater

Scottish cave diver and bomb disposal expert Andy Torbet reveals how complacency almost killed him in an underwater mine. Discover his terrifying approach to one of the world's most dangerous jobs.

Major Incident in Derby: 200 Homes Evacuated

A major incident has been declared in Derby, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of homes. Two men are in custody on suspicion of explosives offences. Follow the latest updates.

Unearthed WWII Diary Reveals London Blitz Terror

A newly discovered diary from a London housewife provides a poignant, first-hand account of life during the Blitz, detailing bombings, rationing, and the resilience of a family. Read this remarkable story of survival.

Florida Airport Evacuated Over Bomb Threat

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport was evacuated after a man claimed to have a bomb in his bag. The suspect was arrested by deputies. Follow for live updates.

Armed police rush school after bomb threat - teen arrested

Armed police and bomb disposal units rushed to a Westminster secondary school after a chilling bomb threat prompted mass evacuation. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the hoax call that caused widespread panic.

Llanelli school evacuated after bomb threat

Ysgol Gymraeg Brynsierfel in Llanelli was evacuated following a threatening phone call, with bomb squad specialists and multiple emergency services rushing to the scene.

Queen and Charles narrowly avoided unexploded WWII bomb

Explosive revelations from new royal biography reveal how the Queen and her son faced mortal danger from an undiscovered wartime bomb at Windsor Castle, while Prince Andrew emerges as the monarchy's 'weak spot'.

Louvre Museum evacuated after bomb threat

The iconic Louvre Museum in Paris was abruptly evacuated on Saturday following a written bomb threat, sending tourists scrambling as French authorities launched a security operation.

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