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iPad battery explosion sparks devastating house fire

A charging iPad burst into flames in an Essex home, causing extensive damage and forcing a family to flee for their lives in the middle of the night. The dramatic incident serves as a stark warning about lithium-ion battery safety.

3 appliances never to plug into extension leads

Electrical safety experts reveal the dangerous appliances that could cause fires or damage your home when plugged into extension cords. Discover which common devices pose the greatest risk.

MG5 Electric Car Safety Alert: Critical Fault Found

MG Motor issues urgent safety warning for MG5 electric estate models after discovery of critical power system fault that could cause sudden breakdowns. Owners advised to contact dealers immediately.

Cyclist threatens to stab mum with toddler in pram

A mother pushing her toddler in a pram was horrifically threatened with being stabbed by an aggressive cyclist during a road rage incident in West London, with the entire confrontation captured on shocking video.

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.

Student dies trapped in burning Tesla Cybertruck

Exclusive investigation reveals the horrifying final moments of a university student who became trapped inside a burning Tesla Cybertruck, raising urgent safety questions about the controversial electric vehicle's emergency systems and door mechanisms.

Paramedics' Genius Water Safety Rule For Kids

Emergency medical experts share a simple yet potentially life-saving water safety strategy for children during summer holidays. Discover the easy-to-remember rule that could prevent drowning tragedies.

Toddler dragged by bus in shocking CCTV footage

Disturbing footage shows the terrifying incident where a young boy was pulled from his mother's grasp and dragged alongside a moving bus in a harrowing near-miss that could have ended in tragedy.

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.

Most UK Girls Alter Behaviour for Safety, Study Finds

A major new study exposes the profound impact of safety concerns on the lives of girls and young women across the UK, with most altering their behaviour, from avoiding public transport to changing clothes.

Mayonnaise Pan Causes Spanish Cafe Fire

A fire sparked by an overheated mayonnaise pan at a Spanish cafe leads to an unexpected safety reminder from Hellmann's, highlighting a rare but real kitchen hazard.

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.

UK's Most Dangerous Pedestrian Areas Revealed

Exclusive data analysis uncovers Britain's most perilous areas for pedestrians. Discover the shocking rankings for Westminster, Birmingham, Leeds, and more in our definitive road safety investigation.

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'.

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