Boy, 14, Held After Girl, 9, Dies in Weston-super-Mare
A teenage boy is in custody after the death of a nine-year-old girl in Weston-super-Mare. Police have launched a murder investigation and are supporting the devastated family.
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Teen arrested after girl, 9, found dead in Somerset
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a nine-year-old girl's body at a property in Weston-super-Mare. Police are investigating the 'utterly dreadful' incident.
Girl, 9, stabbed to death in Weston-super-Mare
A nine-year-old girl has been killed in a stabbing at a house in Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing
The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
Ultra-rare £75-a-pint beer goes on sale in Stratford
An exclusive Alaskan stout, costing £25 for a third of a pint, has arrived at a Warwickshire tasting room. Discover the story behind Britain's most expensive brew.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Police Officer Drowns in Bristol Harbour After Night Out
PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, was found in Bristol Harbour after a night out. The South Wales Police officer is believed to have drowned. Read the full story.
Teenager dies after leaving ambulance on M5
An 18-year-old man tragically died after being hit by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance that had stopped to provide treatment. Our thoughts are with his family.
18-year-old dies on M5 after exiting ambulance
An 18-year-old man was struck and killed on the M5 after leaving an ambulance. The incident has prompted a police referral to the IOPC and major road closures. Read the full report.
Firefighter loses case over 'fireman' term failure
Senior firefighter Simon Bailey lost his unfair dismissal claim after failing to challenge colleagues who used the outdated term 'fireman' towards a female colleague. Read the full tribunal findings.
Firefighter loses 'fireman' term unfair dismissal case
A decorated firefighter lost his unfair dismissal claim after being disciplined for not challenging colleagues who used the term 'fireman'. The case followed a sexual harassment tribunal involving a female colleague. Read the full story.
A303 Crash: Man Dies, One Critical in Somerset
A man in his 50s has died after a serious single-vehicle crash on the A303 in Somerset. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. One person remains in a life-threatening condition.
Teen Couple's Home Destroyed by Arsonists
A teenage couple's first home near Yeovil was burned down by arsonists days before they were due to move in. The uninsured £60,000 property and all their belongings were destroyed. Police are investigating.
Drunk Ryanair passenger brawls with police on flight
Shocking footage shows a disruptive passenger refusing to sit down, forcing a Ryanair flight to circle Bristol and leading to a violent arrest. Read the full story.
Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Man Seen in Afon Elwyd River Sparks Police Search
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
Shepton Mallet Carnival halted after float fall
Shepton Mallet Carnival procession was stopped for nearly an hour after a person fell from a carnival cart. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the full story.
Seven Men Charged With 40+ Child Sex Offences in Bristol
Seven men from four nations charged with over 40 offences against teenage girls in Bristol. The group faces rape and drug supply charges following a major police investigation.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Sex Exploitation
Seven men face over 40 charges for alleged child sexual exploitation of 11 teenage girls in Bristol. Police urge public to report concerns.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Exploitation Case
Avon and Somerset Police charge seven men with over 40 offences against 11 teenagers in a major child sexual exploitation investigation. Learn about the case details and community response.
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer
A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.
Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes
The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.
River Revival: Salmon Ladder Success in North Tyne
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
Avon's Gingerbread Perfume: Christmas In A Bottle
Avon launches limited edition Gingerbread fragrance that smells like Christmas baking. Get the festive scent before it sells out!
NYPD officers execute dramatic Harlem River rescue
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Youth Power Klamath River's Historic Restoration
Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.
Russian troops trapped in Dnipro 'death zone' by Ukraine
Exclusive military analysis reveals how Russian forces have become sitting ducks on the Dnipro's east bank, suffering catastrophic losses in what soldiers are calling a 'suicide mission' against Ukraine's precision strikes.
Virgin River Season 7: Netflix Confirms Production Timeline
Netflix reveals Virgin River Season 7 production timeline as fans face extended wait for the beloved drama's final chapter. Exclusive details on filming schedule and what to expect.
RSC's Macbeth: A Blood-Soaked Masterpiece
The Royal Shakespeare Company's radical new production starring Luke Norris and Amaka Okafor delivers a Macbeth for our troubled times, blending brutal modernity with timeless themes of ambition and power.
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