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UK Women Trapped in Sri Lanka Landslides

Two London women are stranded without food or water in Sri Lanka's tea mountains after Cyclone Ditwah. Their daughter says the UK government has no evacuation plan. Read more.

Devon's £1.4m Cliff Home Near Landslide Zone

A five-bed Devon dream home with sweeping coastal views hits the market for £1.4m, despite sitting metres from a notorious landslide danger zone. Discover this high-risk property.

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.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Java Landslides Kill Two, Dozens Missing

At least two dead and 21 missing after landslides hit Central Java. Rescuers battle challenging conditions in the search for survivors. Follow the latest updates.

Taiwan floods: 95 injured after tropical depression

Heavy rain from Tropical Depression Fung-wong causes severe flooding and landslide risks in Taiwan, injuring 95 and forcing thousands to evacuate. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings.

Newly Built Hongqi Bridge Collapses in China

A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed after landslides, sending concrete into the river below. Miraculously, no injuries were reported. Read the full investigation.

Victims' Commissioner Helen Newlove dies aged 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, has passed away following a short illness. The fierce campaigner for victims' rights transformed the role. Read her powerful story.

Victims' Commissioner Baroness Newlove Dies at 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, has died after a short illness. A passionate advocate for victims' rights, her legacy transformed the role. Our thoughts are with her family.

New Chinese bridge collapses into mountainside

A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties were reported. The incident raises questions about infrastructure in challenging terrain.

Connolly's Galway landslide shakes Irish politics

Independent candidate Catherine Connolly delivers stunning electoral upset in Galway West, securing massive personal mandate while failing to shift Ireland's broader political landscape.

Luxury Devon homes face catastrophic landslide threat

Dramatic new reports reveal multi-million pound properties in an exclusive Devon development are at serious risk of catastrophic landslides, with residents forced to evacuate and properties potentially becoming unsellable.

Nepal Floods: 14 Dead as Monsoon Rains Wreak Havoc

Deadly flash floods and landslides triggered by relentless monsoon rains have killed at least 14 people across Nepal, with neighbouring Indian states also on high alert as rivers overflow.

Big Sur Cut Off as Landslide Closes Highway 1

A massive landslide has severed Highway 1 at San Simeon, isolating Big Sur and triggering indefinite road closures. Emergency repairs are underway amid ongoing storm threats.

The Storm That Moved a Mountain: A Climate Warning

An investigative report into the unprecedented storm that triggered a massive landslide in the Brecon Beacons, wiping out an ancient forest and revealing the stark realities of climate change in the UK.

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