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Artificial Lightning Makes Our Technology Safer

Discover how British engineers are harnessing the power of simulated lightning strikes to test and protect everything from aircraft to household electronics from nature's most powerful electrical forces.

Faulty wiring suspected in child death house fire

A coronial inquest into the tragic death of a three-year-old boy in a Darwin social housing fire reveals faulty electrical wiring may have caused the blaze that claimed his young life.

Mother electrocuted charging phone in bath

A 31-year-old mother died instantly after being electrocuted while charging her mobile phone in the bath, prompting urgent electrical safety warnings from investigators.

Amazon Safety Recall: Popular Products Pose Fire Risk

UK consumers warned as multiple best-selling Amazon products, including hair straighteners and travel adaptors, are urgently recalled due to serious safety risks posing fire and electric shock dangers.

Worker Crushed by Machine at Palermo's Pizza Factory

A devastating industrial accident at a Palermo's Pizza factory in Wisconsin has claimed the life of a worker, who was tragically crushed by a dough machine. The incident has prompted a major investigation by OSHA.

Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Recalled Over Fire Risk

A major product recall has been issued for Paris Hilton-branded mini fridges sold in the UK. The appliances pose a serious fire hazard due to faulty compressors. Here's how to check if you're affected and what to do.

Store's 'Get Pregnant, Get Refund' Offer Sparks Fury

A major UK electrical retailer faces a feminist backlash over a controversial promotion offering a full refund on purchases to women who fall pregnant within a month. Critics slam the 'free microwave' offer as deeply regressive and irresponsible.

Store's "pregnancy refund" offer sparks fury and feminist outcry

A major electrical retailer sparks outrage with a controversial promotion offering female customers full refunds on appliances if they conceive within 30 days of purchase. Feminists and critics condemn the policy as 'deeply regressive' and 'patronising'.

Mum's Fire Safety Hell in Manchester Flat

Exclusive: A Manchester mother's nightmare ordeal as electrical sparks from an upstairs flat ignite a major fire safety scare, exposing potential landlord negligence and leaving a family in fear.

Two men die in freak glass accident at football club

A devastating incident at Bedworth United FC's car park has claimed the lives of two local men after a large glass panel fell on them. Emergency services responded, but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

Lisbon's Gloria Funicular derails, multiple injuries reported

A major incident unfolded in Lisbon as the historic Gloria Funicular, a key tourist attraction, partially derailed. Emergency services rushed to the scene with reports of several injuries. Get the latest updates on the rescue operation and the condition o

SNL's Jorma Taccone Injured in Ladder Fall Accident

Former Saturday Night Live luminary and The Lonely Island member Jorma Taccone is recovering after a terrifying ladder fall at his Los Angeles home. The comedian sustained significant injuries in the shocking domestic accident.

Toddler killed by car on beach walk with parents

A two-year-old boy was killed instantly while walking home from a UK beach with his parents after a driver lost control of their car, a coroner's inquest has been told. The devastating incident highlights urgent road safety concerns.

American tourist killed in Bahamas jet ski collision

A dream holiday in the Bahamas ended in tragedy for an American man who died following a horrific jet ski collision. The incident, under investigation by local authorities, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with popular water sports.

Mother-of-three killed in horrific A1(M) head-on crash

A community is in mourning after Rachel Van Oyen, a 42-year-old mother from Huntingdon, died in a catastrophic head-on crash on the A1(M). The incident, involving three vehicles, is under investigation by police.

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