Firefighter crawls across frozen pond to rescue dog
A dramatic ice rescue in Rhode Island saved a golden retriever named Phoenix. Watch the heroic firefighter crawl across a frozen pond in a viral video. Read the full story.
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Huge Warehouse Fire Near Meadowhall, Sheffield
A major fire broke out at a Sheffield warehouse near Meadowhall shopping centre. Ten fire engines are tackling the blaze. Residents told to avoid area and keep windows closed.
20% Off 2026 European River Cruises with Riviera Travel
Riviera Travel slashes 20% off 2026 European river cruises on the Danube, Rhône & Rhine from £1,849. Book by 30 Jan for luxury travel with VIP service.
20% off 2026 European River Cruises with Riviera Travel
Riviera Travel offers 20% off 2026 European river cruises on the Danube, Rhône, and Rhine. Enjoy VIP treatment, luxury travel, and all-inclusive packages from just £1,849. Book by 30th January.
Huge Rescue Op for Missing Family in Withernsea Sea
A massive multi-agency rescue operation is underway off the East Yorkshire coast after reports of a family in trouble. Coastguard teams battle horrendous conditions. Follow live updates.
Woman's body found in Beccles river, death 'unexplained'
Norfolk Police are investigating after a woman's body was recovered from the River Waveney in Beccles. Officers are appealing for information about her final movements.
RSPCA's 2025 wackiest animal rescues revealed
The RSPCA has unveiled its list of the most bizarre animal rescues of 2025, featuring a fox in a chair, a puffin blown 110 miles inland, and a kitten in a sewage works. Discover the incredible stories of survival.
Dramatic Dam Rescue as Four Men Cling to Stranded Boat
A heart-stopping rescue unfolded in South Africa as four men clung for hours to a boat stranded on the edge of a 130ft dam. Read how emergency services orchestrated their daring night-time recovery.
River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
Dad's body found in River Lee after Boxing Day recovery
Shea McCabe's body was recovered from the River Lee in Cork on Boxing Day after a nine-day search. A fundraiser has raised nearly £9,000 to bring him home to Pomeroy.
Drone rescues OAP from freezing Cheshire river
An 83-year-old man was dramatically rescued from a fast-flowing, freezing river in Cheshire after a police drone located him. The heart-stopping footage shows the vital role of technology in emergency services.
Munich's famed Eisbach river surfing wave removed again
Authorities in Munich have dismantled a makeshift beam installed by surfers to recreate the vanished Eisbach wave, escalating a row over the future of the iconic urban surfing spot.
Local hero honoured as ex-husband faces 56 sex charges
Joanne Young, 48, receives a Chief Officer's commendation for bravery in a river recovery while her ex-husband and five others face serious sexual offence charges. Read the full story.
JCB used in dramatic seal rescue on Orkney island
A stranded seal pup was dramatically rescued from rocks at a Westray ferry terminal using a JCB. Read how teamwork between marine medics and a salmon firm saved the day.
Flash flooding kills one in northern California
Heavy rain triggers deadly flash floods in northern California, with water rescues and more dangerous weather forecast for Christmas week. Plan travel carefully.
Canal Sinkhole in Shropshire Triggers Major Rescue
A large sinkhole on the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire caused a major incident, with over 10 people rescued. Emergency services are managing the environmental impact. Read the latest updates.
Alleged Killer Rescued from River Thames in London
A woman accused of poisoning two schoolgirls in Colombia with tainted raspberries has been rescued from the River Thames in London. Read the latest on this international crime case.
Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing
The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
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.
Woman, 20, dies kayaking on River Tees
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees in Barnard Castle. Read the full story on the rescue operation.
Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Man Seen in Afon Elwyd River Sparks Police Search
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
Small alligator rescued from Boston's Charles River
A small alligator spotted in Boston's Charles River has been rescued and is awaiting a new home. Read the full story of this unexpected urban visitor.
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.
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer
A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.
Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes
The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.
River Revival: Salmon Ladder Success in North Tyne
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
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.
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