Kokichi Akuzawa, a 90-year-old Japanese mountaineer, has shattered records by becoming the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, Japan's highest peak. His awe-inspiring feat is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring human spirit.
Lexie Alford, a 21-year-old American travel influencer, achieved a record-breaking feat by visiting 100 countries solo but faced a terrifying ordeal with airport security who doubted her story. Discover her incredible journey and the shocking interrogatio
A stunning new photographic book showcases Scotland's most extreme and perilous winter climbing routes, from the Ben Nevis Carn Mor Dearg Arete to the Inaccessible Pinnacle, revealing the raw beauty and deadly risks of the nation's frozen peaks.
A chilling photograph captures mountaineer Anna Pietraszek smiling just hours before a catastrophic fall on Nanga Parbat led to a desperate rescue attempt that claimed both her and her Italian climbing partner's lives in one of mountaineering's most tragi
A Russian mountaineer stranded at 24,000ft on Pakistan's Latok Peak is now presumed dead after a final thermal imaging survey found no signs of life, ending a gruelling two-week rescue mission. The tragic update comes just a day after his son made a despe
Kokichi Akuzawa becomes the oldest person to summit Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, breaking the previous record and proving age is just a number.
Pop icon Taylor Swift's appearance on the New Heights podcast with Travis Kelce has shattered the global record for the most-watched podcast episode in 24 hours, marking a seismic crossover of music and sports fandoms.
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
Tributes pour in for Kevin Mott, the beloved Renton record shop owner whose eclectic taste and encyclopedic knowledge made him a cult figure in the UK music scene.
A Russian mountaineer is missing and presumed dead after a catastrophic avalanche on Nepal's Mount Manaslu. The search for 58-year-old Vitaly Lazo has been called off due to extreme danger, as the climbing community mourns another high-altitude tragedy.
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
A dramatic high-altitude rescue is underway on Nanga Parbat as teams battle brutal conditions to save a stranded climber. Get the latest on this life-or-death mission.
Tragic story of mountaineer who froze to death on Ben Nevis after heroically staying with a climber who broke a leg, raising urgent safety questions for UK winter expeditions.
A Ukrainian sniper has reportedly broken the world record for the longest confirmed kill shot, striking a target from an astonishing 4,000 metres away—200 metres further than the previous record.
Experts predict unprecedented humidity levels in 2024, raising concerns over health risks and climate impacts. Discover the science behind the forecast.
Britain faces an unprecedented wildfire crisis in 2025, with firefighters warning this year could surpass all previous records for destruction. Experts point to climate change and extreme weather as key factors driving the alarming trend.
Northern Europe battles an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to historic highs across Scandinavia, raising urgent climate concerns.
Relive the dramatic 1975 Hampstead storm that set a UK rainfall record, flooding North London and leaving an indelible mark on meteorological history.
Australia is set to endure extreme temperatures as a severe heatwave sweeps across the country, with meteorologists warning of record-breaking highs and dangerous conditions.
As Europe faces unprecedented temperatures, discover practical strategies to stay cool and safe during the scorching summer months.
Scandinavia faces an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to record highs, raising climate concerns across Europe.
Australia's largest lender, Commonwealth Bank, posts a historic $10.2bn cash profit amid rising interest rates, sparking debate over banking sector accountability.
New York Mets' slugger Pete Alonso has etched his name in history by breaking the franchise's single-season home run record with a jaw-dropping display of power.
A wealthy motorist in Switzerland has been slapped with an eye-watering £800,000 fine for speeding—setting a new national record. Discover how the country’s income-based penalty system led to this staggering sum.
The number of people claiming Universal Credit has reached an all-time high, raising concerns about the cost of living crisis and its impact on vulnerable families.
A determined angler faced off against a colossal 9ft catfish in an intense 50-minute struggle before finally reeling in the freshwater giant. The jaw-dropping catch has sent shockwaves through the fishing community.
The Met Office has reported record-breaking temperatures in Heathrow and Faversham as a heatwave sweeps across the UK, with London's Kew Gardens also sizzling under the sun.
The cryptocurrency market surges to an all-time high as former US President Donald Trump backs Bitcoin. Discover the key drivers behind this rally and what it means for investors.
In an unprecedented feat, the Jacksonville Jaguars' kicker smashed the NFL record with a jaw-dropping 70-yard field goal during a preseason game, leaving fans and analysts in awe.
Mohamed Salah has a shocking record at Wembley – just one goal in 10 appearances. As Liverpool prepare to face Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final, can the Egyptian King finally conquer his Wembley demons?