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Welsh Town's Christmas Destroyed by Torrential Flooding
Families in Briton Ferry, Wales, saw Christmas ruined as floodwater deluged homes, soaking presents and forcing evacuations. More rain is forecast. Read the full story.
UK's Favourite Aussie Wine Comes From Unknown Riverland Town
Discover Waikerie, the unsung South Australian town producing the Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc that's been the UK's top-selling Australian white for 25+ years. Explore its unique terroir.
NSW Bushfires Destroy Homes, Disaster Declared
Fears grow as destructive bushfires ravage NSW Central Coast and Hunter, destroying at least 16 homes. Over 1,200 firefighters battle 76 blazes. Follow official warnings.
NATO responds to major Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine
NATO fighter jets were scrambled after Russia launched one of its heaviest missile and drone assaults of the war, targeting civilian infrastructure and causing widespread outages. Follow the latest developments.
New 911 Audio Reveals Texas Floods Desperation
Harrowing 911 calls from Texas residents and Camp Mystic staff during July's catastrophic floods have been released. Over 100 people died in the disaster. Listen to the desperate pleas for help.
Asia flood deaths pass 1,500 as deforestation warnings grow
Catastrophic floods and landslides across Asia have killed over 1,500 people, with environmental groups warning unchecked deforestation worsened the disaster. Calls mount for urgent policy reform.
Putin Threatens Force to Seize Entire Donbas Region
Vladimir Putin declares Russia will take all of Ukraine's Donbas by force unless troops withdraw. Kyiv rejects the ultimatum as US peace talks continue. Read the latest.
Indonesia floods death toll passes 700, 1 million evacuated
Torrential rains and flash floods across Asia have killed over 1,200 people, with scientists linking the destructive power to human-induced climate change. Discover the escalating crisis.
Russian Troops Arrive in Pokrovsk, Ukraine
Russian military units have been filmed entering the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, marking a significant territorial advance. Watch the footage and analysis of the frontline developments.
Asia Floods: Over 1,100 Dead as Survivors Describe Escape
Torrential floods across Asia have killed over 1,100 people. Survivors in Indonesia and Thailand describe harrowing escapes as homes were swept away. Read their stories.
Asia Floods Death Toll Exceeds 1,100
Catastrophic flooding across South and Southeast Asia has killed over 1,100 people. Sri Lanka and Indonesia deploy military as rescue efforts intensify. Full report.
Gangs Seize Central Haiti, Kill Dozens, Burn Homes
Heavily armed gangs launch large-scale attacks in Haiti's Artibonite region, killing nearly a dozen and displacing hundreds. Survivors flee to Saint-Marc as police struggle to respond. Read the full report.
Haiti Gangs Seize Control of Artibonite Region
Heavily armed gangs launch large-scale attacks in Haiti's central region, killing civilians and burning homes. Hundreds flee as police call for urgent backup. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Deadly Floods Hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand
Catastrophic flooding across South Asia has killed over 100 people and displaced millions. Governments are scrambling to respond as climate change is blamed for the extreme weather. Read the full report.
Asia Floods: Death Toll Exceeds 1,000 in Four Nations
Catastrophic flooding and landslides across Asia have killed over 1,000 people. Rescue teams are in a desperate search for survivors. Follow the latest developments here.
Asia floods: Over 900 dead, millions displaced
Catastrophic flooding and cyclones have killed over 900 people and displaced four million across Asia. Read the full report on the devastating impact and international aid appeals.
Asia Flood Toll Nears 1,000, Militaries Deployed
Devastating flash floods and landslides across Asia have killed nearly 1,000 people. Sri Lanka and Indonesia deploy military forces for rescue and aid as the climate crisis intensifies monsoon rains. Read the full report.
Adolf Hitler changes name after Namibia election win
Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona wins fifth term and officially changes his controversial name. Discover the colonial history behind the naming and his political career.
Sumatra Flood Death Toll Rises to 56
Flash flooding in Indonesia's Sumatra kills 56, with dozens missing. Rescue teams battle difficult conditions as international aid mobilises. Support relief efforts now.
Brits branded 'stupid' for visiting Transnistria
Scottish couple Nicole Docherty and Jordan Sinnamon ignored UK government travel advice to visit the breakaway state of Transnistria, claiming it felt safer than Britain. Discover their controversial journey.
Forestry Expert Simon Rietbergen Dies Aged 65
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert behind the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative, who dedicated his life to protecting Africa's forests. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Asia Floods Kill 90, Cinema Icon Dies, Refugee Wins Title
Global headlines: Devastating floods cause billions in damage in Vietnam, Indian cinema icon passes away, and a war refugee secures an unlikely championship win in Japan. Get the full briefing.
Ukraine drone attack hits Russian power station
A Ukrainian drone strike on the Shatura Power Station near Moscow has left thousands without heating, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Read the latest on the attack's impact.
US-Russia Draft Plan: Ukraine Cede Donbas, Cut Forces
A reported 28-point US-Russia peace plan demands Ukraine cede Donbas, halve its military, and limit weapons. Zelenskyy insists no territory will be handed over. Read the latest.
Ethiopian Army Accused of Systematic Rape
Shocking BBC investigation reveals Ethiopian soldiers have raped thousands of women and girls as young as eight during crackdown on militias. Victims share harrowing accounts of sexual violence.
Ukrainian teen kickboxing champ killed in Russian strike
Karina Bakhur, 17, a European kickboxing champion, was killed by a Russian missile strike while running to a shelter in Berestyn. Read more on this tragic loss.
Russia Claims Capture of Two Eastern Ukraine Villages
Russian forces have seized Nechaivka and Tsehelne in eastern Ukraine, escalating conflict. A Turkish LNG tanker was also damaged in a Russian strike. Read the latest developments.
Satellite images reveal Russia's double-tap attack on Pokrovsk
Exclusive analysis shows Russian forces deliberately struck the same Ukrainian location twice within minutes, maximising casualties in what experts call a calculated war crime.
Russian double-tap strike kills 7 in Pokrovsk
A brutal Russian missile strike targeted rescue workers in eastern Ukraine's Pokrovsk district, with a second missile hitting the same location minutes later in a deadly 'double-tap' attack pattern.
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