Vietnam floods kill 90, record rain causes major damage
At least 90 dead and 12 missing as severe flooding sweeps Vietnam. Over 235,000 homes flooded and £270m in losses reported. Read the full report on the climate-linked disaster.
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Vietnam landslide kills six on mountain pass bus
At least six dead and 19 injured after a passenger bus is buried by a landslide on Vietnam's treacherous Khanh Le pass. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
BASE jumper rescued in dramatic Moab helicopter operation
A BASE jumper was dramatically rescued after being pinned to a Utah cliff face by a parachute. Watch the perilous helicopter hoist operation that saved their life.
Man rescued from Manchester river in 2am emergency
Dramatic overnight rescue in Manchester as firefighters save a man from the River Medlock. Emergency services praised for swift response. Read the full story.
Alaska Governor rescues fishermen in Bering Sea emergency
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy turns rescuer during dangerous Bering Sea mission, helping save four fishermen from treacherous waters near Bethel in extraordinary emergency operation.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Vietnam, forces mass evacuations
Vietnam faces devastating floods and powerful winds as Typhoon Kalmaegi makes landfall, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread damage to infrastructure.
Typhoon Kalmaegi slams Vietnam, forces mass evacuations
Vietnam faces catastrophic flooding and destructive winds as Typhoon Kalmaegi slams into its northern coastline, forcing mass evacuations and threatening major disruption.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Typhoon Kalmaegi death toll hits 52 in Philippines flooding
Rescue operations intensify across the central Philippines as Typhoon Kalmaegi's devastating floods displace thousands and claim 52 lives, with emergency teams battling to reach isolated communities.
American climbers killed in Himalayan avalanche
Tragedy strikes in the Himalayas as two American mountaineers are killed by a devastating avalanche while climbing Mount Manaslu, highlighting the extreme dangers of high-altitude expeditions.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Vietnam with deadly floods
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across Vietnam, triggering devastating floods and landslides that have left communities reeling and rescue operations underway.
6.3 Quake Kills 20 in Afghanistan
A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving hundreds more injured as rescue teams race against time in the devastated region.
Vietnam power cuts: Cities face blackouts in heatwave
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience widespread power cuts as extreme temperatures push Vietnam's electricity grid to breaking point, disrupting businesses and daily life.
British women stranded in Himalayas as army rescue fails
Exclusive: Three British and Irish women remain trapped in Nepal's treacherous Hidden Valley as military rescue teams face extreme weather and dangerous terrain in desperate bid to reach them.
Vietnam's Hoi An submerged by severe flooding
Stunning images reveal Hoi An's historic streets transformed into waterways as severe flooding overwhelms the UNESCO World Heritage site, disrupting tourism and daily life.
SF cliff rescue: Dog saved from 300ft fall
A daring helicopter rescue operation saved a dog that fell 300 feet down a San Francisco cliff, with emergency crews working tirelessly through challenging conditions.
Human chain rescues woman from sinking car
Dramatic footage captures the moment quick-thinking strangers formed an impromptu human chain to save a trapped driver as her vehicle submerged in South Carolina waters.
Vietnam Flooding: Essential Travel Advice for UK Tourists
UK travellers to Vietnam face significant disruptions as severe flooding hits central regions. Discover which popular destinations are affected, transport updates, and crucial safety advice for your Southeast Asian journey.
Vietnam Floods Strand Tourists in Hue and Hoi An
Severe flooding has devastated central Vietnam's tourist heartland, stranding visitors and disrupting travel plans in Hue and Hoi An. Essential updates for affected travellers.
NYPD officers execute dramatic Harlem River rescue
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Family rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay drama
Emergency services pull four family members from dangerous quicksand during dramatic Morecambe Bay rescue operation near Silverdale. Coastguard and fire crews respond to coastal emergency.
Cat's adorable reaction to tree rescue goes viral
A viral video captures the emotional moment a ginger cat is rescued after 48 hours stuck up a tree, showing incredible feline gratitude that's melting hearts worldwide.
Honda invests heavily in Vietnam EV production
Japanese automotive giant Honda announces substantial investment to expand electric motorcycle and car production in Vietnam, signalling strong confidence in the growing Southeast Asian market.
Australian businessman faces drug charges in Vietnam
Exclusive: Australian businessman Daniel Badger's glamorous life unravels as he faces serious drug trafficking allegations in Vietnam, exposing a dangerous double life that spanned continents.
Hero uses JCB digger to save man from drowning in river
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Heroic Rescue Saves Dog From California Storm Waters
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Mexico Flood Catastrophe: Dozens Dead and Missing
Southern Mexico faces devastation as severe flooding claims multiple lives, leaves many missing, and triggers mass evacuations amid ongoing rescue operations.
Israel's hostage rescue: Celebration meets heartbreak
Amid Israel's celebrations over successful hostage rescues, grieving families voice anguish over those who didn't return alive, revealing the complex human toll of military operations.
Chinese climbers rescued from Everest's north face in Tibet
In a tense high-altitude operation, Chinese authorities rescued two stranded mountaineers from Mount Everest's treacherous north face in Tibet, highlighting the ongoing dangers of the world's highest peak.
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