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Greta Thunberg joins expanded Gaza aid flotilla mission
Climate activist Greta Thunberg joins reinforced international aid mission to break Gaza blockade, with significantly larger fleet than previous attempt.
Hero Surfer Rescues Father and Son From Florida Rip Current
A quick-thinking surfer became an unlikely hero on a Florida beach, braving treacherous currents to rescue a father and his young son from a near-fatal drowning. Witnesses describe the heart-stopping moments of the dramatic ocean rescue.
Newborn rescued from burning car in Utah desert miracle
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.
Scotland's Most Terrifying Winter Climbing Routes Revealed
A stunning new photographic book showcases Scotland's most extreme and perilous winter climbing routes, from the Ben Nevis Carn Mor Dearg Arete to the Inaccessible Pinnacle, revealing the raw beauty and deadly risks of the nation's frozen peaks.
Climber's haunting last photo before 1,000ft fall
The chilling last photograph of a climber stranded on Mont Blanc's Dent du Géant has been released by Italian authorities in a bid to identify the victim who fell 1,000ft to his death.
Final photo of climbers before Nanga Parbat tragedy
A chilling photograph captures mountaineer Anna Pietraszek smiling just hours before a catastrophic fall on Nanga Parbat led to a desperate rescue attempt that claimed both her and her Italian climbing partner's lives in one of mountaineering's most tragi
Heroic Night Rescue Saves Teens From Treacherous Cliff
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.
Climber trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus in -20C rescue
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.
Pensioner, 90, Becomes Oldest Person To Climb Mount Fuji
Nonagenarian Kokichi Akuzawa becomes the oldest person to complete the gruelling ascent of Japan's Mount Fuji, setting a new world record and inspiring a generation.
Russian climber presumed dead on Pakistani peak
A Russian mountaineer stranded at 24,000ft on Pakistan's Latok Peak is now presumed dead after a final thermal imaging survey found no signs of life, ending a gruelling two-week rescue mission. The tragic update comes just a day after his son made a despe
Police Heroes Save Man From Burning House in Daring Rescue
In a breathtaking act of bravery, Thames Valley Police officers stormed a blazing house in Aylesbury, battling intense flames and smoke to save a trapped man's life. Read the full story of their courageous rescue.
SpaceX Starship launches on critical test flight
SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket has launched on its fourth test flight from Texas, marking a pivotal step towards lunar missions and Mars colonisation. The world's most powerful rocket successfully demonstrated key manoeuvres despite previous setbacks.
90-year-old breaks record as oldest Mount Fuji climber
Kokichi Akuzawa becomes the oldest person to summit Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, breaking the previous record and proving age is just a number.
SpaceX Starship achieves breakthrough in fourth test launch
SpaceX's Starship rocket completes breakthrough test flight, achieving successful splashdown in Indian Ocean. A major leap forward for Elon Musk's Mars ambitions and reusable spaceflight.
SpaceX Starship explodes after launch in test failure
SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket, designed for future Mars missions, experienced a dramatic mid-flight failure and explosion over the Gulf of Mexico just minutes after its historic launch from Texas.
Kenyan Police Arrive in Haiti to Combat Gang Violence
The first contingent of a UN-backed Kenyan police force has landed in Haiti, marking a pivotal moment in the international mission to wrest control from powerful gangs that have plunged the capital into chaos.
British climber stranded at 22,000ft on 'Killer Mountain'
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
Climber's 200ft Plunge in Heart-Stopping Cliff Fall Caught on Cam
Shocking video captures the terrifying moment a rock climber in the UK falls 200 feet down a cliff face in a sheer drop that will leave you breathless. The miraculous survival story.
Barefoot climber scales Scafell Pike in dangerous midnight stunt
A daredevil hiker has sparked a major mountain rescue operation after scaling Scafell Pike barefoot in the middle of the night, leaving emergency services baffled by his dangerous feat.
Hero driver stops M25 traffic to rescue stranded animal
A quick-thinking motorist became an unexpected hero on the M25 after stopping four lanes of traffic to save a terrified animal stranded on the busy orbital motorway. The dramatic incident, caught on dashcam, unfolded during rush hour, showcasing an incred
Porepunkah's 'Desi Bird' Freed After 48-Hour Tree Ordeal
A heartwarming tale of survival in rural Victoria as a pet Indian myna bird, 'Desi Bird', is miraculously reunited with his owners after a two-day disappearance and a dramatic rescue from a tree hollow.
Climber survives 13 days at 22,000ft with broken leg
In a breathtaking alpine rescue operation, teams battle extreme conditions to save a Russian climber stranded for nearly two weeks on Europe's highest peak with severe injuries. The dramatic Elbrus mission continues.
Stranded Dolphin Dies in Cornwall Despite Rescue Effort
A desperate rescue mission to save a dolphin stranded in a Cornish river ends in heartbreak as the marine mammal succumbs to its injuries, despite the heroic efforts of medics and wildlife experts.
Uluru Tourists Face £53k Fines Under New Climbing Ban Rules
Visitors to Australia's iconic Uluru are being warned that climbing the sacred monolith is strictly prohibited, with new signs outlining potential fines exceeding £50,000 for those who break the rules.
SpaceX Starship Rocket Reaches Orbit in Historic Test Flight
Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully launched its colossal Starship rocket into orbit, marking a pivotal breakthrough in the quest to revolutionise space travel and reach Mars.
Teen Hero Saves Man in Dramatic Thames Rescue
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
Climber stranded at 22,000ft as rescue bid fails
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
Drone Zipline Rescues Israeli Hiker in French Alps
In a world-first emergency operation, French mountain rescuers used a drone-deployed zipline to save an injured Israeli hiker stranded on a treacherous Pyrenees peak near the Spanish border.
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