Danger to Life Wind Warning for 11 UK Areas
The Met Office warns of 80mph winds and power cuts across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Residents urged to prepare torches, power packs, and essential items.
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Record 'Super Flu' Cases Hit US, New Strain K Emerges
A new influenza A H3N2 variant, subclade K, is causing severe illness across the US and globally. Cases surge, children hospitalised. Learn the symptoms and risks.
UK Storm Goretti: Snow, Floods and Power Cut Warnings
Storm Goretti's 100mph winds left tens of thousands without power. With more snow and rain forecast, here's how to prepare for a winter power cut and stay safe.
LA Wildfires: One Year On, Rebuilding Remains a Struggle
A year after unprecedented wildfires killed 31 and destroyed 16,000 structures in Los Angeles, recovery is slow and uneven. Can the city prepare for the next 'perfect storm'? Read the full report.
Cobargo's community-led blueprint for bushfire resilience
After the devastation of Black Summer, the village of Cobargo built a unique, neighbour-powered bushfire plan. Discover how community connection is their greatest defence.
US Disaster Preparedness Erodes Under Trump, Experts Warn
Emergency managers warn President Trump has left the US dangerously unprepared for natural disasters through budget cuts and agency gutting, with damages exceeding $101bn in 2025.
Trump Policies Leave US Less Prepared for Disasters, Experts Say
Emergency managers warn President Trump's cuts to FEMA and climate science have dangerously weakened US disaster response as 2025 costs hit a record $101bn. Experts call it a 'perfect storm' of rising threats and a crumbling safety net.
Expert Guide to Staying Safe in a Winter Power Cut
Power cuts from winter storms can be life-threatening. Learn expert-backed steps for preparation, staying safe during an outage, and planning for the next one. Essential reading for UK households.
OpenAI offers $555k salary for daunting AI safety role
Sam Altman seeks a 'Head of Preparedness' to tackle severe AI threats, from cyberattacks to existential risks. A critical role with a $555,000 salary and equity. Read about the unnerving challenges.
LA Palisades Fire: Documentary Alleges City Failure
A new documentary claims the devastating LA Palisades wildfires were worsened by a 'conscious decision to give up' and poor city preparedness, as council members erupt. Read the full investigation.
Prepper's Survival Guide After 2026 Doomsday Predictions
A doomsday prepper with 2 million followers shares her essential survival tips and bug-out bag essentials following chilling 2026 predictions from the 'Living Nostradamus'. Learn how to build resilience.
Happi's $100m Grant to Transform Africa's Pandemic Defence
Cameroonian professor Dr Christian Happi, a 2025 Time 100 honouree, has secured a $100m MacArthur grant for his Sentinel project. His mission: to build Africa's genomics capability and create an early warning system for deadly outbreaks.
Government's emergency blackout advice for water and food
In the event of a prolonged national power cut, the UK government advises using pillowcases, bleach, and camping stoves to stay safe. Official scripts reveal survival guidance from Chief Medical Officers.
California Hit by Earthquake Swarms Near San Ramon
A series of earthquake swarms near San Ramon, California, has locals on edge. USGS experts say the tremors aren't a precursor to a 'big one,' but urge preparedness. Discover the science behind the seismic activity.
UK Defence Chief: Prepare for Potential War with Russia
Britain's top military leader warns families to be ready for potential conflict with Russia, urging a 'whole of society' effort. Read the stark call for national resilience.
Australia Warned as La Niña Weather System Returns
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology declares a La Niña event is underway, raising risks of torrential rain, floods, and cyclones. Officials urge residents to prepare emergency plans now.
Fever Ineffective Against Bird Flu, Study Finds
Groundbreaking UK research reveals the body's natural fever defence may fail against bird flu viruses, raising concerns for pandemic preparedness. Learn the critical details.
Covid Inquiry Reveals UK Government Pandemic Failures
The official Covid inquiry exposes how UK government incompetence led to tens of thousands of deaths and draconian lockdowns. Learn what went wrong and how to prevent future crises.
Man severely ill with new H5N5 bird flu strain
A man in the US is severely ill with the H5N5 bird flu virus, a strain never before detected in humans. Health officials are investigating the source of the infection.
Trump administration slashes FEMA reform report
Exclusive: A 160-page FEMA reform report was cut to 20 pages by the Trump administration, raising concerns over US disaster preparedness. Discover the implications.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
Ethiopia confirms deadly Marburg virus outbreak
Ethiopia confirms a Marburg virus outbreak, a deadly pathogen with an 80% fatality rate. Learn about the symptoms and the urgent response underway.
NATO General: World War Three Could Be 'Years Away'
A senior NATO commander has issued a chilling prediction that major conflict with Russia could erupt within 2-3 years, urging Western nations to urgently prepare their civilian populations for potential warfare.
CDC hiring freeze threatens US pandemic preparedness
Exclusive investigation reveals how a sweeping federal hiring freeze has brought the CDC to its knees, leaving critical positions vacant and threatening America's pandemic preparedness.
Early Flu Surge Hits NHS: Winter Crisis Looms
Health officials sound alarm as flu season strikes early, with hospital admissions soaring and experts warning of a challenging winter ahead for the NHS. Discover the symptoms to watch and protection strategies.
Jamaica braces for Hurricane Melissa direct hit
Jamaica faces an imminent and dangerous confrontation with Hurricane Melissa as the powerful storm approaches the Caribbean island, prompting urgent preparations and growing concerns about potential devastation.
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northwest Turkey
A significant 4.1 magnitude earthquake has rocked northwest Turkey, shaking the Marmara Sea region near Istanbul and Balıkesir. Emergency services are on high alert as experts warn of potential aftershocks in this seismically volatile area.
Philippines Braces for 7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Warning
New geological research reveals the Philippines faces imminent threat from a major 7.2 magnitude earthquake that could strike Metro Manila, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for millions.
Hurricane Melissa: Florida Mandatory Evacuations as Storm Intensifies
Mandatory evacuations are underway across Florida's Gulf Coast as Hurricane Melissa intensifies to Category 3, with life-threatening storm surges and destructive winds predicted to make landfall within hours.
Netflix documentary exposes UK nuclear defence flaws
A groundbreaking Netflix documentary reveals how Britain's defence infrastructure remains dangerously unprepared for nuclear threats, drawing alarming parallels to historical vulnerabilities.
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