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World's tallest pedestrian bridge opens in Portugal

Portugal unveils the world's tallest bridge, standing at 280 metres above the River Paiva, creating a spectacular new landmark and transforming travel between Arouca and Canelas.

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.

Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis

Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.

Hammersmith Bridge: The £250m Paralysis Dividing London

Exclusive insight into the political and financial deadlock crippling Hammersmith Bridge, a vital London artery now closed indefinitely. Discover why this national infrastructure emergency remains unsolved.

Rare White Otter Spotted By Kayakers In Scottish River

A pair of kayakers on Scotland's River Don captured stunning footage of an extremely rare white otter, a sighting that has both thrilled and concerned wildlife experts.

Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped

Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.

Kayaker confesses to faking his own death in insurance scam

Exclusive: A British kayaker who faked his own death in a bizarre insurance fraud scheme breaks his silence, revealing the immense guilt and regret that led him to turn himself in to police.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 03:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 16:24

Pakistan Floods: 50,000+ Forced to Flee Homes in Punjab

Emergency declared in Pakistan's Punjab province as catastrophic flooding displaces over 50,000 residents. Authorities race against time with rescue operations amid destroyed infrastructure and widespread devastation.

Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides

Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.

Michelle Dockery's Real-Life Love Story with Waller-Bridge

Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery found her real-life Earl in Jasper Waller-Bridge. Discover the inside story of their secret romance, stylish London wedding, and journey to parenthood.

Drought reveals submerged 19th-century bridge in Yorkshire

A historic 19th-century bridge, normally submerged, has been fully exposed at Broomhead Reservoir in South Yorkshire as water levels plummet due to prolonged drought conditions, revealing a piece of forgotten industrial heritage.

Sudan Landslide Kills 1,000; One Sole Survivor Found

A devastating landslide has obliterated an entire village in southern Sudan, claiming an estimated 1,000 lives. A lone survivor has been found as rescue efforts face immense challenges in the remote region.

A devastating landslide has obliterated a remote village in Papua New Guinea's Enga province, with local officials reporting over 100 casualties and fears the death toll could rise significantly as rescue efforts continue.

02/09/2025 03:27

A major search and rescue operation is underway in Baltimore after the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The structure was struck by a colossal container ship, sending vehicles and workers into the frigid Patapsco River. Four individu

31/08/2025 19:37

Pakistan's Punjab hit by worst floods in its history

Exclusive aerial video shows the catastrophic scale of flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, the worst in its recorded history, with vast landscapes submerged and millions affected.

Frankie Bridge Tears: 'I Feel Like a Burden to My Family'

Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge opens up on her podcast about the immense guilt and pressure of juggling a career with family life, revealing the emotional toll it takes on her mental health.

FEMA's Chilling Katrina Warning: 'Leave or Face Death'

A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of

AI Reveals Tokyo's Apocalypse if Mount Fuji Erupts

A chilling AI simulation reveals the catastrophic impact a major eruption of Mount Fuji would have on Tokyo and global supply chains, forecasting chaos, ash-covered streets, and economic paralysis.

Kayaker jailed for faking drowning death in insurance scam

A Wisconsin man who staged his own drowning in Lake Michigan to start a new life with his mistress has been sentenced to federal prison for fraud and false distress signals.

Shellharbour Flood Disaster: Homes Inundated, Relief Declared

Emergency disaster relief declared for Shellharbour after torrential rain triggers severe flash flooding, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure along Crooked Creek.

Piper Alpha: World's Deadliest Offshore Disaster Revisited

A powerful new Channel 4 documentary re-examines the 1988 Piper Alpha tragedy that claimed 167 lives, featuring never-before-seen footage and emotional survivor testimonies from Britain's worst offshore disaster.

Apocalyptic Flood Wipes Out Village After Glacial Burst

Shocking video captures the catastrophic moment a glacial lake outburst flood devastates a remote Indian village, sweeping away homes and bridges in a terrifying wall of water and debris.

FEMA Scraps Rule Blocking Aid for Insured Disaster Victims

In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov

Santorini Cliff Collapses Into Sea as Tourists Film in Horror

A massive landslide has devastated part of Santorini's coastline, sending a chunk of the island crashing into the sea as horrified tourists filmed. The catastrophic event, following months of earthquakes, has engulfed a village and raised serious safety c

Couple dies in suspected double suicide from Sydney Harbour Bridge

A man and woman have died in a suspected double suicide from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, with their final moments captured on CCTV before the tragic incident that halted peak-hour traffic.

Westminster Bridge closed due to police incident

Westminster Bridge in London was shut down following a police incident, causing major disruptions. Authorities are investigating the situation.

Florida kayakers' bridge stunt ends in disaster

A group of thrill-seekers in Florida attempted a dangerous kayak stunt under a bridge, but things took a disastrous turn. Watch the jaw-dropping moment it all went wrong.