Heater Extension Lead Fire Risk Warning for UK Homes
Electrical safety experts issue urgent warning to never plug electric heaters into extension leads this winter due to severe fire risk. Learn the safe alternative.
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49% of women avoid work Christmas parties over safety fears
New research shows half of women are skipping festive events due to safety concerns on winter nights. Discover the findings and calls for employer action.
Kettle safety rule you must 'always' follow
Electrical Safety First warns Brits to always turn off kettles at the socket to prevent fires. Discover essential safety tips for your kitchen.
Homeowner sues SSE over £125k property loss
An Aberdeenshire father is taking legal action against energy giant SSE, claiming their new pylon plans slashed his property's value by £125,000 and derailed a sale. Discover the full story.
Crossing Guard Safety Crisis: 34 Killed on Duty
AP investigation reveals 230 crossing guards struck by vehicles in a decade, with many drivers avoiding charges. Discover the systemic failures and urgent calls for reform.
Worker killed in machine over missing 50p screw
Alban Watts, 61, was strangled in a hen-feeding machine after a 50p screw was missing. His family blasts farm bosses as the company is fined £50,000. Read the full investigation.
Online Toy Battery Safety Failures Exposed Before Christmas
Consumer watchdog finds 70% of button battery toys from major online retailers fail safety standards, posing fatal risks to children. Parents urged to check products carefully.
US Stand-Your-Ground Law Tested in Wrong Door Killing
A US homeowner faces manslaughter charges after shooting a cleaner who came to the wrong address. The case could test the limits of 'stand-your-ground' laws. Read the full story.
Homeowner charged after cleaner shot at wrong house
An Indiana homeowner faces voluntary manslaughter after allegedly shooting a cleaner who came to his door by mistake. The case raises questions on 'stand-your-ground' laws.
Crash tests use male dummies, risking women's safety
Exclusive investigation reveals how aviation and automotive safety testing, designed for the 'average man', fails to protect women. Discover the urgent need for inclusive safety standards.
Nurse tows neighbour's car in driveway parking row
A UK nurse took drastic action after her neighbour repeatedly parked in her driveway. She had him towed, teaching him an expensive £300 lesson in respecting private property.
Home Repossessions Surge 51% in a Year
UK Finance data shows homeowner repossessions rose 51% annually, though figures remain below long-term averages. Mortgage arrears, however, have fallen significantly.
Parking nightmare as drivers use private driveway as car park
Furious homeowner reveals how strangers keep illegally parking on his property, with one driver even demanding he move his own bins to make space.
Cowboy builder jailed for £200k homeowner fraud
A fraudulent builder who preyed on vulnerable homeowners, including a woman whose father had just died, has been sentenced to prison after conning victims out of nearly £200,000 through shoddy work and false promises.
Bonfire Night Warning: TikTok Sparkler Trend Dangers
Fire safety experts issue urgent warning about dangerous TikTok sparkler trend as Bonfire Night approaches. Learn the essential safety tips to protect your family.
Boy, 11, hit by train while watching phone video
Shocking CCTV footage reveals the moment a schoolboy narrowly escaped death after being hit by a train while watching videos on his phone at a Lincolnshire level crossing.
Homeowner wins £65k legal war over neighbour's development
A determined homeowner has successfully halted neighbouring construction just metres from his property after a gruelling two-year legal battle costing £65,000, setting a precedent for residential development disputes across Britain.
Postman ruins fresh cement driveway in viral footage
Shocking footage captures a Royal Mail postman deliberately walking across a homeowner's freshly laid cement driveway, leaving deep footprints and sparking outrage across social media.
Doctor's Halloween Warning: Costume Dangers Revealed
An NHS paediatric doctor shares essential Halloween safety tips that could prevent serious injuries and save lives this spooky season.
Homeowners' fury over 'monstrous' 60ft warehouses
Furious residents who purchased new-build homes discover developers' secret plans for massive industrial warehouses looming over their properties, leaving them feeling cheated and trapped.
UK Property Fraud Alert: Protect Your Home From Theft
Criminals are using sophisticated property fraud to steal homes across Britain. Learn the warning signs and protect your most valuable asset with these essential security measures.
Air Fryer Fire Warning: Safety Experts Reveal Risks
Safety experts reveal the dangerous air fryer errors that could turn your kitchen into a fire hazard - and how to stay protected.
One-year-old boy tragically drowns during bath time
A one-year-old boy has tragically drowned during bath time in a devastating incident that has left his family and community in mourning, with emergency services unable to save him.
Homeowner finds mysterious safe behind kitchen cupboards
A routine kitchen renovation in the UK took an extraordinary turn when a homeowner discovered a fully intact safe hidden behind his cupboards. The mysterious find has sparked curiosity and speculation about what treasures might lie within.
Boy, 12, dies after attempting dangerous TikTok challenge
A family is in mourning after their 12-year-old son died from catastrophic injuries sustained while attempting a viral TikTok challenge that encourages participants to choke themselves until unconscious.
Half of UK parents fear roads too dangerous for children
Shocking new research reveals nearly 50% of British parents consider local roads too dangerous for their children to walk or cycle safely, sparking calls for urgent road safety reforms.
Council declares war on sunflower memorial garden
A homeowner in South Gloucestershire is battling local authorities after being ordered to remove a beautiful sunflower memorial garden. Discover why this peaceful tribute has sparked a major dispute over garden regulations and personal expression.
Secret chamber found behind bathroom mirror shocks homeowner
A routine home renovation in the UK turned into a real-life horror story when a homeowner uncovered a concealed room containing disturbing personal items, raising terrifying questions about the property's history.
Driveway dispute: Woman refuses neighbours parking access
A UK homeowner's refusal to let neighbours use her driveway has sparked a fierce debate about property rights and neighbourly etiquette. Discover why this parking predicament has divided opinion across Britain.
Baby death warning over common car seat mistake
A grieving father shares heartbreaking story of his infant son's death to prevent other families from experiencing similar tragedy with common car seat error.
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