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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.

Groom saves boy from surf during wedding photos

A Gold Coast surf lifesaver's wedding day took an extraordinary turn when he rescued a struggling boy from dangerous surf during his own beach photoshoot in a remarkable display of instinct and bravery.

Hero dog saves Florida woman after woodland fall

A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a loyal dog named Max leads emergency crews to his injured owner who had fallen in remote Florida woodland, showcasing incredible canine intuition and bravery.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

Southport Hero Stabbed Confronting Killer

Jonathan Hayes, a 49-year-old local hero, was brutally stabbed after bravely confronting the Southport attacker. Exclusive details reveal his courageous attempt to prevent further tragedy during the horrific spree.

UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme

Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the

UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training

The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.

Inside Ukraine's underground school teaching during bombs

An extraordinary look inside a Kharkiv underground school where lessons continue in subway stations as Russian missiles rain down above. A powerful story of resilience, courage, and the unbreakable spirit of Ukrainian education during wartime.

US Army cadet hailed hero after M3 motorway rescue

A US Army cadet training at Sandhurst is being celebrated for his incredible bravery after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle on the M3 motorway, an act of heroism that has captured the public's admiration.

SAS Hero's Heartbreaking Final Letter to Son Revealed

Exclusive: The emotional farewell letter written by SAS Sergeant Matt Tonroe to his young son before he was killed in a roadside bomb in Syria has been made public, revealing a father's eternal love and a soldier's brave acceptance of his duty.

NHS nurse delivers baby amid Burning Man chaos

An NHS nurse from the UK became an unexpected hero at Burning Man, delivering a healthy baby girl in the middle of a severe dust storm and torrential rain that left 70,000 festival-goers stranded.

Hiker survives 60ft fall saving dog on mountain

A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.

Teen hero saves toddler from drowning in Winsford lake

A 14-year-old boy, Logan Carter, is hailed a hero after dramatically rescuing a two-year-old child from drowning in Winsford's popular park lake. Cheshire Police commend his quick thinking and bravery.

Football hero saves driver from burning car crash

Westminster College's Anthony Hayes becomes an overnight hero after pulling an unconscious driver from a blazing vehicle moments before it was engulfed in flames following a catastrophic crash on a Missouri highway.

Teen Hero Saves Friend With Tourniquet After Shooting

A harrowing tale of courage in Minneapolis as 15-year-old Damian Szweda uses makeshift tourniquet to save his friend Jayden after a brutal, unprovoked shooting. Read the full story of survival and bravery.

WWII St Paul's Saviour Story Stuns Antiques Roadshow

A breathtaking piece of World War II history emerged on Antiques Roadshow, revealing the heroic tale of the man who saved St Paul's Cathedral from destruction during the Blitz. Fiona Bruce and experts were left speechless by the incredible valuation.

Pensioner's one-man mission transforms filthy canal bank

A retired grandfather from the UK has single-handedly cleared a disgustingly polluted canal bank, transforming a fly-tipping eyesore into a pristine public space. His weeks of tireless work have sparked a wave of local pride and inspired the community.

Hero Surfer Rescues Father and Son From Florida Rip Current

A quick-thinking surfer became an unlikely hero on a Florida beach, braving treacherous currents to rescue a father and his young son from a near-fatal drowning. Witnesses describe the heart-stopping moments of the dramatic ocean rescue.

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