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iPad battery explosion sparks devastating house fire

A charging iPad burst into flames in an Essex home, causing extensive damage and forcing a family to flee for their lives in the middle of the night. The dramatic incident serves as a stark warning about lithium-ion battery safety.

3 appliances never to plug into extension leads

Electrical safety experts reveal the dangerous appliances that could cause fires or damage your home when plugged into extension cords. Discover which common devices pose the greatest risk.

Artificial Lightning Makes Our Technology Safer

Discover how British engineers are harnessing the power of simulated lightning strikes to test and protect everything from aircraft to household electronics from nature's most powerful electrical forces.

Faulty wiring suspected in child death house fire

A coronial inquest into the tragic death of a three-year-old boy in a Darwin social housing fire reveals faulty electrical wiring may have caused the blaze that claimed his young life.

Hurricane Imelda: Bermuda braces for direct hit

Bermuda braces for catastrophic direct hit from Hurricane Imelda with 115mph winds, forcing complete lockdown of airports, schools and government buildings amid warnings of severe damage.

Mother electrocuted charging phone in bath

A 31-year-old mother died instantly after being electrocuted while charging her mobile phone in the bath, prompting urgent electrical safety warnings from investigators.

Amazon Safety Recall: Popular Products Pose Fire Risk

UK consumers warned as multiple best-selling Amazon products, including hair straighteners and travel adaptors, are urgently recalled due to serious safety risks posing fire and electric shock dangers.

Hurricane Gabrielle Forms in Atlantic, UK Impact Possible

Meteorologists are closely tracking Hurricane Gabrielle's formation in the Atlantic, with significant concerns it could strengthen into a major storm. Latest forecasts reveal its potential path and the rising odds of it impacting UK weather patterns in th

Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Recalled Over Fire Risk

A major product recall has been issued for Paris Hilton-branded mini fridges sold in the UK. The appliances pose a serious fire hazard due to faulty compressors. Here's how to check if you're affected and what to do.

Store's 'Get Pregnant, Get Refund' Offer Sparks Fury

A major UK electrical retailer faces a feminist backlash over a controversial promotion offering a full refund on purchases to women who fall pregnant within a month. Critics slam the 'free microwave' offer as deeply regressive and irresponsible.

Store's "pregnancy refund" offer sparks fury and feminist outcry

A major electrical retailer sparks outrage with a controversial promotion offering female customers full refunds on appliances if they conceive within 30 days of purchase. Feminists and critics condemn the policy as 'deeply regressive' and 'patronising'.

Mum's Fire Safety Hell in Manchester Flat

Exclusive: A Manchester mother's nightmare ordeal as electrical sparks from an upstairs flat ignite a major fire safety scare, exposing potential landlord negligence and leaving a family in fear.

Category 4 Hurricane Kiko: Hawaii Monitors Path

Hurricane Kiko has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm in the Pacific. While its precise trajectory remains uncertain, forecasters are closely monitoring its potential path towards the Hawaiian Islands. Residents are urged to stay informe

Met Office Unveils 2024-25 Storm Names List

The Met Office has revealed its official list of storm names for the upcoming season. Discover the new names, the science behind the naming process, and why your name might be featured.

Major Solar Storm: Northern Lights & Power Warnings for UK

A severe G3-class geomagnetic storm is forecast to hit Earth tonight, promising a stunning Aurora Borealis display visible across the UK, including southern regions. Authorities warn of potential power grid disruptions and satellite communication issues.

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