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Unexploded Bomb Found in Birmingham, Halts Trains

An unexploded wartime bomb discovered near a Birmingham railway line caused major train cancellations and a 100m exclusion zone. Bomb disposal teams made the device safe. Read the full story on the disruption.

WWII Bomb Discovery in Plymouth Halts Transport

A 500kg unexploded WWII bomb discovered in a Plymouth garden prompts a 100-metre cordon, evacuations, and major travel disruption. Key transport hubs are affected. Read the latest updates.

Bomb disposal expert's near-fatal error underwater

Scottish cave diver and bomb disposal expert Andy Torbet reveals how complacency almost killed him in an underwater mine. Discover his terrifying approach to one of the world's most dangerous jobs.

Unearthed WWII Diary Reveals London Blitz Terror

A newly discovered diary from a London housewife provides a poignant, first-hand account of life during the Blitz, detailing bombings, rationing, and the resilience of a family. Read this remarkable story of survival.

Russia's wartime economy slows, taxes rise

Russia's wartime economy slows, forcing the Kremlin to raise VAT and other consumer taxes. Discover the impact on ordinary Russians and the budget deficit.

Armed police rush school after bomb threat - teen arrested

Armed police and bomb disposal units rushed to a Westminster secondary school after a chilling bomb threat prompted mass evacuation. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the hoax call that caused widespread panic.

Queen and Charles narrowly avoided unexploded WWII bomb

Explosive revelations from new royal biography reveal how the Queen and her son faced mortal danger from an undiscovered wartime bomb at Windsor Castle, while Prince Andrew emerges as the monarchy's 'weak spot'.

Wartime feeding method cuts baby allergies

Groundbreaking research from the University of Portsmouth suggests that reviving a World War Two infant feeding practice could dramatically reduce allergy rates in modern babies, offering hope to parents nationwide.

Nazi bunker converted to home fails to sell

A chilling piece of wartime history on Guernsey, originally constructed as a Nazi communications bunker using forced labour, has failed to find a buyer despite being converted into a unique three-bedroom property with a £1.7 million price tag.

Nazi bunker transformed into luxury Hamburg hotel

Discover how a former Nazi communications bunker in Hamburg has been miraculously transformed into a luxurious four-star hotel, blending dark history with contemporary design and sustainable tourism.

Teen's bomb factory explodes in Tennessee suburb

Exclusive investigation reveals how 17-year-old Tristan Cook built an explosive laboratory in his family home, leading to catastrophic consequences for the quiet Tennessee community.

Bomb squad races to Jamie Oliver's restaurant after WWII find

A routine construction project near Jamie Oliver's Barbecoa restaurant turned into a major security operation when builders uncovered a live WWII bomb, prompting bomb squad deployment and partial evacuations in London's financial district.

LA City Hall evacuated over suspicious vehicle scare

Panic erupted at Los Angeles City Hall as police evacuated the building following a security alert about a suspicious vehicle, sending workers fleeing while bomb squad units rushed to the scene.

Munich Bomb Threat Sparks Oktoberfest Terror Alert

German police launch massive security operation after credible bomb threat targets Munich's iconic Oktoberfest celebrations, forcing evacuations and heightening terror fears across Europe.

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