Rail Police Cut 500 Jobs as Crime Rises 5%
British Transport Police face an £8.5m shortfall, forcing station closures and slower emergency responses. Unions warn of an 'epidemic of violence' on railways. Read the full report.
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Trump's FEMA Staff Cuts Raise Disaster Readiness Fears
Bipartisan concern grows as Trump administration plans deep cuts to FEMA staff, potentially crippling US disaster response capabilities. Experts warn of severe consequences.
Noem's FEMA Plan: Thousands of Disaster Jobs at Risk
Leaked emails reveal Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's push to drastically reduce FEMA's disaster response workforce, potentially cutting over 10,000 positions. Explore the implications for national emergency readiness.
Swiss Landslide: Residents Wait as Victim ID Underway
Anxious residents await news as authorities work to identify victims following a devastating landslide in Switzerland. The community remains in a state of shock and worry.
ITV boss 'lost sleep' over 220 job cuts and show reductions
Dame Carolyn McCall reveals the ultimate fate of Loose Women and Lorraine as ITV enforces major cuts. Over 220 jobs are at risk in a bid to recoup savings. Read the full story.
California Floods Bury Homes in Mud and Debris
Shocking video reveals the aftermath of severe flooding in California, with homes submerged in thick mud. See the full footage and the ongoing emergency response.
Shropshire canal sinkhole swallows narrowboats at 4am
A massive sinkhole, 50 metres wide, opened on the Shropshire Union Canal, draining the water and dragging two narrowboats down. Fourteen people were rescued in a major emergency response. Read the dramatic eyewitness accounts.
Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
Dozens of FEMA Workers Placed on Leave by Trump Administration
The Trump administration has placed over 40 FEMA employees on administrative leave, raising concerns over politicisation of the disaster agency. Read the full investigation.
600+ Police Scotland 999 Calls Ignored in 3 Years
Shocking figures reveal Police Scotland failed to respond to 600+ emergency calls despite life-threatening situations. Public safety at risk amid SNP cuts.
Indonesia floods death toll reaches 248
Rescue workers battle damaged roads and heavy rain as the death toll from floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island climbs to 248. Read the latest on the crisis.
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.
Indonesia floods: 10 dead, others missing on Sumatra
Flash floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra Island have killed at least 10 people, with rescue teams battling bad weather. Learn more about the disaster response.
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.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Hurricane Melissa kills 43 in Haiti, devastates Petit-Goâve
Southern Haiti reels from Hurricane Melissa's catastrophic impact with 43 confirmed deaths and dozens missing. Community mourns devastating losses as cholera outbreak threatens survivors.
British woman killed in Storm Claudia Portugal campsite chaos
An 85-year-old British woman has died and dozens injured after Storm Claudia tore through a Portuguese holiday campsite. Emergency services continue rescue operations amid severe weather warnings.
Tornadoes and Flooding Ravage Maine and New Hampshire
Severe weather system unleashes multiple tornadoes and catastrophic flooding across Maine and New Hampshire, causing widespread damage and emergency responses.
FEMA Funding Crisis Hits Emergency Response Capabilities
Federal disaster response agency FEMA confronts a severe financial crisis as extreme weather events escalate across multiple US states, prompting emergency declarations and political controversy.
Kentucky Plane Crash: Wing Fire Footage Revealed
Exclusive multi-angle video analysis shows terrifying moment jet's wing caught fire, leading to catastrophic crash and five-mile blaze in Kentucky countryside
LAPD Failures During Palisades Fire Revealed in Damning Report
Explosive internal review exposes multiple LAPD missteps that hampered firefighting efforts during the dangerous Palisades wildfire, raising serious questions about emergency response protocols.
Mental Health Calls Need Medical Response, Not Police Force
Exclusive investigation reveals how sending armed police to mental health emergencies leads to preventable tragedies. Discover why experts demand medical-first response systems.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
Valencia President Faces Crisis Over Flood Response Failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how delayed emergency protocols and ignored warnings contributed to multiple fatalities during Valencia's catastrophic flooding, sparking political crisis.
Cyclone Tino ravages Philippines and Queensland
Severe tropical cyclone Tino unleashes devastating floods and destructive winds across the Philippines and Queensland, Australia, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread damage as emergency services battle the dual-front crisis.
Britain's shameful silence on Sudan genocide crisis
As ethnic cleansing escalates in Darfur and millions face starvation, Britain's muted response raises troubling questions about our commitment to human rights and international responsibility.
Children killed in Mexico supermarket explosion tragedy
A devastating explosion at a Mexican supermarket during Day of the Dead celebrations has claimed multiple young lives, leaving a community in mourning as emergency services continue rescue operations.
Hurricane Melissa: Survivors' Harrowing Tales
First-hand accounts reveal the terrifying reality of Hurricane Melissa's devastating impact across the UK, from coastal destruction to heroic rescue missions.
Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica: Multiple deaths reported
Category 4 hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica with 150mph winds, claiming lives and causing catastrophic damage across the island nation as residents face flooding and devastation.
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