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.
Newcastle defender Dan Burn spent the night in hospital with a fractured rib and damaged lung after a heavy collision in the Tyne-Wear derby. Get the latest on his recovery timeline and the injury crisis facing Eddie Howe's squad.
Newcastle United defender Dan Burn faces up to six weeks out with a punctured lung and broken rib, leaving Eddie Howe's defensive options critically thin. Read the full injury update.
Newcastle United's injury crisis deepens as Dan Burn is taken to hospital after a heavy challenge in the Wear-Tyne derby. The defender was 'struggling to breathe' and could be out for the rest of 2025.
Violence erupted in a packed bar after Sunderland's derby win over Newcastle. Shocking footage shows chairs and tables thrown as women and children fled. Police contacted.
Newcastle United moved within a point of rivals Sunderland with a 2-1 victory over ten-man Burnley. Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon scored, setting up a tense Wear-Tyne Derby next weekend.
A serious collision on the A19 in Tyne and Wear has forced a major road closure, causing severe traffic disruption. Diversions are in place. Get the latest updates and travel advice here.
The Tyne Bridge was closed in both directions after a police incident, causing 40-minute delays and traffic chaos in Newcastle and Gateshead. Full details on the emergency response and ongoing disruption.
The Tyne Bridge linking Newcastle and Gateshead is closed in both directions following a police incident, causing severe traffic disruption. Get the latest updates here.
The A19 in Tyne and Wear is shut in both directions following a serious collision. Emergency services are on scene. Expect major travel disruption for several hours.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A California father faces murder charges after his 4-year-old son was swept away by powerful river currents in a tragic incident that has shocked the community. Read the full investigation details.
The fierce North East rivalry between Newcastle and Sunderland could be reignited in the Premier League next season as both clubs battle for promotion in a dramatic Championship finale.
Albania's pristine Vjosa River has been declared Europe's first wild river national park, creating a protected sanctuary for countless species and setting a global precedent for river conservation.
A coroner's court hears the heartbreaking details of 15-year-old Dylan Rhys's death after he jumped into the River Taff following encouragement from friends, raising serious questions about support for children with additional needs.
A devoted father lost his life saving his children from a treacherous river current, sparking an incredible outpouring of community support that has raised over £43,000 for his grieving family.
Police have confirmed the heartbreaking discovery of a body in the River Tyne, believed to be missing 14-year-old Robert Hattersley, as the community mourns the tragic outcome.
A devoted family man tragically lost his life after falling into the River Tyne following a night out with friends, leaving behind a heartbroken family and three young children.
Groundbreaking research reveals alarming radioactive contamination in the Hudson River, raising urgent environmental and public health concerns for New York communities.
Newcastle University mourns the loss of a first-year student who passed away after a short illness, with suspected meningitis prompting health warnings across campus.
Discover the romantic allure of traditional paddlewheel river cruising as CroisiEurope launches nostalgic voyages along the Seine, offering a unique perspective on Paris and Normandy.