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Man charged with arson after Thanksgiving fire

A 21-year-old man in Illinois has been charged with aggravated arson after allegedly setting his family home on fire following a Thanksgiving dinner argument. Read the full story.

Thailand floods: 145 dead, 3.6 million affected

Catastrophic flooding in southern Thailand has killed at least 145 people and impacted 3.6 million residents. Discover the full extent of the damage and ongoing relief efforts.

Hong Kong mourns 128 killed in deadly apartment fire

Hong Kong begins three days of mourning after a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court kills 128. Families search for 200 missing as investigation into the city's deadliest blaze in decades continues.

Hong Kong fire kills 55, police cite negligence

A devastating fire in Hong Kong residential towers claims at least 55 lives, with hundreds missing. Police blame construction firm's gross negligence. Support rallies for survivors.

Hong Kong fire kills 65, hundreds missing in tower blaze

At least 65 people died and 270 remain missing after a devastating fire swept through Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court residential complex. Emergency shelters established for evacuated residents as investigation continues.

Thailand flood death toll rises above 80

Severe flooding in southern Thailand claims over 80 lives as waters begin to subside, affecting 3 million people across 12 provinces. Emergency response continues.

Hong Kong Fire: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Missing

A devastating fire at a Hong Kong housing complex has left at least 40 dead and hundreds missing. Authorities confirm multiple arrests as rescue operations continue.

Four dead in Hong Kong high-rise fire

A massive fire at the Wang Fuk Court estate in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has claimed four lives, with several residents still trapped. Read the latest updates on the emergency response.

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.

UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP

British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.

Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated

Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.

Two dead, five injured in Los Angeles house fire

A devastating house fire in Sunland, Los Angeles has resulted in multiple casualties with emergency services responding to the deadly incident that has left the community in shock.

Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell

Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.

Neighbours leave brutal notes in parking war

Tensions flare in residential street as furious neighbours target motorist accused of blocking driveways and parking inconsiderately in bitter dispute captured on social media.

Neighbour's bizarre parking demand shocks street

A homeowner's extraordinary claim to exclusive parking rights on a public street has ignited a neighbourhood dispute, with residents baffled by demands to keep spaces clear for one household.

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