RAF jets report close calls with mystery drones over UK
RAF Typhoon and Voyager crews reported near-misses with unidentified drones in February, prompting police reports and external investigations amid espionage fears.
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Haas Reject Hirakawa Secures 2027 Toyota WEC Seat
Ryo Hirakawa, overlooked by Haas for the 2027 F1 seat, will race for Toyota's WEC outfit in 2027, his sixth year in the championship.
Nygren rejects Celtic excuses for European failures
Benjamin Nygren refuses to accept Celtic's packed schedule as an excuse for their Europa League defeat to Benfica, insisting the players must focus on winning the next game.
Private jet mayday after door comes off mid-air on Lagos flight
A Bombardier Challenger 600 jet issued a mayday call after its cabin door broke away mid-flight, minutes after departing Abuja, Nigeria. The aircraft landed safely back at Abuja's international airport.
Yemen ex-PM warns West's future at stake in Taiz battle
Yemen's former PM Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed says the battle for Taiz is a broader fight involving the whole western world, warning of a catastrophic siege if the Houthis take the city.
Hami Pterosaur Museum: Sustainable Design in Gobi Desert
The Hami Pterosaur Museum in China's Gobi desert uses underground design and solar power to cut energy use by 94%, showcasing fossils sustainably.
Trump Starlink Switchback Threatens Ukraine as Russia Builds Drone Base
Russia has built a jet-powered drone launchpad near Ukraine, capable of firing up to 100 kamikaze craft daily, as Trump’s Starlink switchback endangers Ukraine’s defence.
United Airlines flight declares emergency after Heathrow take-off
A United Airlines flight declared an emergency after taking off from London Heathrow, landing safely back at the airport after a technical issue was cited.
Helicopter declares mid-air emergency after Aberdeen take-off
An Airbus H175 helicopter operated by Offshore Helicopter Services declared a mid-air emergency over the North Sea minutes after taking off from Aberdeen heliport, before returning for a safe landing.
Poland scrambles jets as Russia strikes Ukraine near NATO border
Poland has activated its military aviation as Russia launched another attack on Ukraine near the eastern NATO border, following a similar alert overnight.
Channel Tunnel train hits minibus, injuring 19 people
At least 19 people were injured after a Channel Tunnel train struck a minibus in Pas-de-Calais, France, at around 8pm. None of the injuries are thought to be life-threatening, authorities said.
Channel Tunnel crash: 19 injured after train hits bus
Nineteen people were injured after a train smashed into a bus in the Channel Tunnel, according to reports.
United flight declares emergency, returns to Heathrow
United Airlines flight UA941 from London Heathrow to New Jersey declared an emergency at 32,000ft over Manchester and returned to Heathrow due to a technical issue.
World's 10 Largest Warships: China Owns 4, US Leads
Naval superpowers race to build mega-carriers displacing 100,000 tons, with China owning four of the world's ten largest warships.
Fiddler's Ferry fire: Emergency response as smoke billows
Emergency services attended a fire at Fiddlers Ferry power station in Warrington shortly before 1pm on Thursday, with residents told to keep windows and doors closed.
Woman trampled to death on migrant boat in Channel
A 36-year-old woman was trampled to death at the bottom of a migrant dinghy in the English Channel, a maritime investigation has found.
Fiddler's Ferry power station fire: Warrington blaze smoke seen for miles
A huge fire has erupted at Fiddler's Ferry power station in Warrington, with smoke visible for miles, according to witness reports.
F1 drivers warned of consequences on new Rwanda circuit
Formula One drivers have been warned there will be consequences for pushing too hard on the new African Grand Prix circuit in Rwanda, designed by Hermann Tilke and Alexander Wurz.
Fire at former Fiddlers Ferry power station in Cheshire
A fire has broken out at the former Fiddlers Ferry power station in Cheshire, with emergency services on the scene and residents sharing images of flames and smoke.
US Navy submarine hunter declares emergency over UK
A US Navy P-8 Poseidon aircraft issued a 7700 squawk code over Central Scotland this morning after departing RAF Lossiemouth, before returning to base. The nature of the emergency is unknown.
US mulls using Mother of All Bombs against Iran
The US military has drawn up plans to potentially deploy the GBU-43/B MOAB against Iran's energy and nuclear sites if Donald Trump orders a resumption of combat, according to reports.
US Navy P-8 Poseidon declares emergency over Scotland
A US Navy P-8 Poseidon submarine hunter issued a 7700 squawk code after departing RAF Lossiemouth, then turned back. The nature of the emergency is unclear.
US Navy Poseidon Declares Mid-Air Emergency Over Scotland
A US Navy P-8 Poseidon declared a mid-air emergency over Scotland on Thursday morning, issuing a 7700 squawk code shortly after departing RAF Lossiemouth.
NATO jets scramble as Romania intercepts drones near borders
Romania scrambled fighter jets twice overnight to intercept drones near its borders amid rising Russia-Ukraine tensions, the Defence Ministry said.
Romania scrambles fighter jets twice as drones detected near border
Romania's Defence Ministry scrambled fighter jets twice overnight to intercept drones near its territory, including one detected above its territorial waters, as NATO allies respond to rising tensions with Russia.
UK pledges £17m to repair Chernobyl plant after drone attack
Britain will provide £17 million to restore Chernobyl's protective shelter and ventilation, damaged by a Russian drone attack last year, during Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Downing Street.
Romania scrambles F-16s after aerial target near NATO border
Romania scrambled two F-16 jets after an aerial target was detected near the eastern NATO border today, prompting a rapid military response amid heightened tensions.
Aston Villa vs Fenerbahce: TV channel, live stream, kick-off
Aston Villa host Fenerbahce at Villa Park in the Champions League on Wednesday, October 14, with kick-off at 8pm. UK viewers can watch live on TNT Sports 2.
Tiger attack eyewitness reveals chilling moment before death
Eyewitness Anthony Hunt describes the moment a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park locked eyes on William Chapman before the fatal attack, as the family urges the public to stop sharing footage.
Wisconsin plane crash kills six including child
Six people, including a child, died when a small plane crashed in rural Wisconsin on Tuesday night. All six occupants were found deceased at the scene in Dellona, about 125 miles from Milwaukee.
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