Firefighter arrested for attacking teens with baseball bat
A Florida firefighter faces multiple charges after allegedly attacking teens with a baseball bat following a 'ding-dong-ditch' prank. Read the full report on the shocking incident.
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Rats Learn to Hunt Bats in Complete Darkness
German scientists document common rats developing shocking predatory skills to ambush bats in caves, raising concerns about potential pandemic risks. Learn how this behaviour threatens ecosystems.
CCC Mark: Why Your Power Bank Could Be Confiscated
UK travellers to China risk losing power banks without the compulsory CCC certification. Learn the rules to avoid confiscation at security checks and protect your devices.
1 in 10 schools confiscate phones, survey finds
A Department for Education survey reveals just 9% of secondary schools require phone hand-in, challenging claims of widespread bans. Discover the data driving the legal challenge.
Jack Osbourne on Ozzy's infamous dove moment
I'm A Celebrity's Jack Osbourne details the shocking story of his father Ozzy biting a dove's head off, an act that paradoxically boosted his album sales. Discover the full story.
Lillee's Aluminium Bat Controversy at 1979 Ashes
Relive the infamous 1979 Perth Test where Dennis Lillee's aluminium bat caused uproar. Discover how this historic cricketing moment unfolded and its lasting legacy. Read the full story now.
Lottery fraudster still owes £1.25m after scam
Edward Putman, convicted for a £2.5m National Lottery fraud and a previous rape, has settled part of his confiscation order but over £1 million remains outstanding. Discover the full story.
Lotto conman's missing £1.25m angers victim
Edward Putman, jailed for a £2.5m lottery fraud, has settled a confiscation order but over £1m remains missing, leaving his rape victim furious. Read the full exclusive.
Rabid bat found in LA County sparks health warning
Health officials issue urgent warning after rabid bat discovery in Los Angeles County. Learn about rabies risks, symptoms and prevention measures.
Giant hail hospitalises hundreds of flying foxes in Queensland
Hundreds of native flying foxes require emergency care after unprecedented hailstones the size of cricket balls devastate their roosting sites in southern Queensland, highlighting climate change impacts on wildlife.
Kelly Osbourne's son bitten by bat in Ozzy-like incident
In a shocking family moment that echoes Ozzy Osbourne's infamous bat incident, Kelly Osbourne's two-year-old son Sidney was bitten by a bat after putting it in his mouth during a family holiday.
New pandemic-capable virus discovered in bats
Exclusive: Researchers have identified a mysterious new virus lurking in South American bats that shows troubling similarities to COVID-19, raising concerns about future pandemic threats.
MCC Warning: Oversized Cricket Bats Threaten Game Balance
The Marylebone Cricket Club issues stark warning about oversized bats creating imbalance between bat and ball, threatening cricket's traditional skills and player safety.
Police gain powers to seize bikes from reckless youths
Controversial new police powers enable officers to confiscate vehicles from young riders causing chaos on UK streets, raising civil liberties concerns while tackling anti-social behaviour.
Bat caught hunting and eating robin in mid-flight
Scientists capture unprecedented footage of a barbastelle bat hunting, killing and consuming a robin during nighttime flight - a behaviour never before documented in UK wildlife.
Farrah Abraham slammed over daughter's bat tattoo at 15
Former Teen Mom OG star Farrah Abraham faces intense backlash after proudly sharing her 15-year-old daughter's controversial bat tattoo in a viral TikTok video, with critics calling it inappropriate parenting.
Homeowner fights masked car thieves with baseball bat
Shocking footage shows the moment a courageous resident confronted a gang of masked thieves attempting to steal his car from his own driveway in a brazen daylight attack.
Police confiscate Union Jack from teenager at protest
Northumbria Police face backlash after confiscating a Union Jack flag from a 16-year-old during counter-demonstration against migrant protests. Civil liberties groups question the legality of the seizure.
Critically Endangered Cuddly Bat Highlights UK Extinction Crisis
A poignant image of an adorable cuddly bat highlights a grave conservation crisis. Discover why this species is on the brink and what it says about our relationship with nature.
Bat Smashes Through Car Windscreen on M6 at 70mph
A driver on the M6 had a terrifying shock when a bat smashed through their windscreen at 70mph. The bizarre incident, captured on dashcam, left the vehicle damaged and the driver shaken but unharmed. Experts warn of the dangers and what to do if it happen
Fury over £4m 'Bat Bridge' funded by taxpayers
A Reform UK councillor in Bexley is leading a revolt against a £4 million 'eco-bridge' designed for bats and other wildlife, branding it a scandalous waste of public money amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
UK seizes £1.4bn in dirty money crackdown
Exclusive: British authorities have confiscated a record £1.4 billion from criminals under new anti-money laundering powers, with hundreds of millions more frozen in ongoing operations.
Ex-Wife of £146m Fraudster Has Mansion Seized
The ex-wife of disgraced lawyer Timothy Schools, who masterminded a £146 million fraud, has been stripped of her Lake District mansion. Discover how the proceeds of crime were traced to her property in this shocking financial scandal.
MLB Umpires Confiscate Bat Mid-At-Bat in Bizarre Incident
Seattle Mariners' Taylor Trammell was left stunned after umpires confiscated his bat mid-at-bat against the Cincinnati Reds. The bizarre MLB equipment check has sparked controversy and debate across the baseball world.
Deadly Fungus Pushing North American Bats to Extinction
A catastrophic fungal disease, Pseudogymnoascus destructans, is driving North American bat species towards extinction, with mortality rates reaching 100% in some colonies, threatening ecological balance and agriculture.
Finger Wrestling & Rooftop Cinema: UK's Weekend in Photos
From the intense world championship of Bavarian finger wrestling in Sussex to enchanting open-air cinemas across London's skyline, this weekend was a vibrant tapestry of British eccentricity and global culture. The Guardian's latest photo essay captures t
Man suffers 'world's worst death' from rabies
A Vietnamese man has died in agony from 'rabies hydrophobia' – a rare and terrifying form of the virus that causes an extreme fear of water and is considered one of the most painful ways to die.
Adam Sandler's Family Glamour at Venice Film Festival
Adam Sandler dazzles on the red carpet with his glamorous wife Jackie and their two daughters, Sadie and Sunny, at the Venice Film Festival for the premiere of his new Netflix film, 'You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah'.
Bali Tourists Face Passport Seizure & Visa Bans
Indonesia is getting tough on misbehaving tourists in Bali. New reports confirm visitors are having passports confiscated and facing five-year bans for visa overstays and illegal activities. Here's what you need to know to avoid trouble.
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