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Climber dies in 1,000ft Yosemite rockfall

A devastating rockfall incident in Yosemite National Park claims the life of a Los Angeles-based climber from Texas during an ascent of the iconic El Capitan formation.

Ex-MI5 Boss: UK Must Prepare for War in 5 Years

Former MI5 director general Lord Evans delivers chilling assessment that Britain faces high probability of significant state-on-state conflict by end of decade, urging urgent defence spending increases.

UK Autumn Harvest Under Threat from Severe Weather

The National Trust warns of a compromised autumn harvest and damaged landscapes as relentless rain and strong winds create treacherous conditions for farmers and gardeners across the UK.

Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid

The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap

£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier

The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.

Yellowstone Reopens After Wildfire Closure

Yellowstone National Park has reopened its doors after a temporary shutdown caused by a rapidly spreading wildfire. Park officials confirm the blaze is now under control, with emergency services remaining on high alert.

Mount Rainier National Park Faces Major Water Crisis

A major pipeline rupture has left Mount Rainier National Park without running water, forcing closures and sparking a major conservation alert. Officials scramble for solutions as the peak tourist season approaches.

Moon Drifting Away From Earth Each Year

Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.

Eton's ambitious plan to revolutionise children's homes

Exclusive investigation reveals how Eton College and other top boarding schools are partnering to revolutionise Britain's children's homes system, bringing academic excellence and pastoral care to vulnerable children.

Wildfire Threatens California's Ancient Sequoia Trees

A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.

Webb Solves Mystery of Interstellar Comet 2I/Borisov

A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.

Russia's 'Doomsday' Radio Broadcasts Chilling Codewords

Exclusive: Russia has reactivated its Soviet-era 'Dead Hand' radio system, broadcasting eerie coded messages across shortwave frequencies. Experts fear it's a signal to the West and a preparation for potential nuclear conflict, raising global security ala

Mahmood's Monumental Home Secretary Challenges

An in-depth look at the monumental tasks facing new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, from the broken asylum system and overcrowded prisons to reforming the Met Police and managing national security threats.

UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System

The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.

UK Emergency Alert System Set for Major Expansion

Exclusive: The UK's national emergency alert system, currently used for life-threatening events, is set to expand to deliver crucial public service information directly to citizens' smartphones, raising both possibilities and privacy concerns.

Hiker, 85, trampled to death by bison in US national park

An 85-year-old woman on a guided hike in South Dakota's Badlands National Park was tragically killed after being charged and trampled by a massive bison. The shocking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of wild animals.

UK tourists face £1200 fines at US sand dunes

UK travellers heading to Colorado's Great Sand Dunes National Park face hefty fines for ignoring strict parking rules during peak season. Essential reading for US road trips.

Inside the UK Government's 'Armageddon' Alert System

Exclusive insight into the UK government's unprecedented nationwide emergency alert test, a system designed for true national catastrophes, from nuclear war to pandemics. What you need to know about the protocol and the public's reaction.

Tuchel's political tightrope as England manager

New England manager Thomas Tuchel attempts to sideline politics while navigating the immense symbolic weight of leading the Three Lions. Can football truly exist in a vacuum?

UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials

A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.

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