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Washington State faces profound flood damage after record rains forced hundreds of rescues. Governor Bob Ferguson warns of a long recovery as more storms loom.
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Coroner widens probe into footballer Billy Vigar's death
A coroner has asked police to investigate contact between players before Billy Vigar's fatal collision with a concrete barrier. The wall has now been demolished.
Expert Guide to Repairing Your Winter Skin Barrier
Is your skin red, dry, and stinging this winter? A top dermatologist explains why your skin barrier is likely compromised and shares a simple, effective repair routine. Learn the key signs and solutions.
Man on trial after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning Kerstin Gurtner on Austria's highest mountain. The trial begins in February. Read the full story.
Mountaineer froze to death after boyfriend 'abandoned' her
Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died 150ft below the summit of Grossglockner in -20C. Her boyfriend, Thomas Plamberger, now faces a negligent homicide charge. Read the full investigation details.
Prune These 3 Plants in December for Spring Growth
Expert gardening advice reveals the three plants to prune now for vigorous growth. Learn the correct winter pruning techniques for fruit bushes, wisteria, and climbing roses.
Man Charged After Girlfriend Dies on Austria's Highest Mountain
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after leaving his inexperienced girlfriend for six hours on Grossglockner, where she froze to death. Read the full investigation details.
Central Heating's Hidden Impact on Your Skin
Discover why your skin feels tight and flaky in winter. Dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto reveals how central heating damages your skin barrier and shares expert tips to fight back.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki
Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak
Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.
Two climbers die in fall from Mount Cook
A mountain guide and client have died after falling from Aoraki/Mount Cook's summit ridge. The incident is a stark reminder of the inherent dangers of alpine climbing.
Two climbers dead after fall on Aoraki Mount Cook
Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Read the full report on the alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak Aoraki
Two mountaineers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued unharmed. The tragedy highlights the dangers of New Zealand's alpine terrain.
Gardening expert's free hack stops plants snapping
Discover Diarmuid Gavin's ingenious trick using old tights to protect climbing roses from storm damage. Plus essential November gardening jobs and fascinating carnivorous plants.
Five Strokes After Climbing Fall and Chiropractic Visit
Haley Schoen's life was upended after a routine climb and chiropractic neck manipulation led to a torn artery and five strokes. Learn the risks and her vital warning.
Welsh father and son drown in Australia sea tragedy
A father from Caerphilly drowned while trying to save his 17-year-old son at Australia's Great Barrier Reef. The inquest heard how sea conditions suddenly worsened. Read the full heartbreaking story.
Search continues for Italian climbers after Nepal avalanche
Rescue teams battle treacherous conditions in Nepal's Himalayas as search continues for six missing Italian mountaineers following devastating avalanche on Mount Manaslu.
Melbourne Cup statue climbers spark police intervention
Exclusive coverage of the Melbourne Cup 2025 disruptions as two revellers, dubbed 'Wheelie Bin Girl' and 'Fairy Floss Woman', caused mayhem by climbing historic statues, prompting swift police action at Australia's most prestigious racing event.
Mount Yalung Ri avalanche kills four climbers in Nepal
A devastating avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal has claimed the lives of four mountaineers, including experienced guides, highlighting the persistent dangers of high-altitude climbing in the Himalayas.
Avalanche Tragedy on Yalung Ri Peak in Himalayas
A devastating avalanche has struck a climbing expedition on Nepal's Yalung Ri, resulting in multiple fatalities and highlighting the dangers of high-altitude mountaineering.
American climbers killed in Himalayan avalanche
Tragedy strikes in the Himalayas as two American mountaineers are killed by a devastating avalanche while climbing Mount Manaslu, highlighting the extreme dangers of high-altitude expeditions.
Deadly Avalanche in Nepal Himalayas Kills Five
A devastating avalanche has struck the Himalayan mountains of Nepal, killing at least five people and leaving several others missing in one of the deadliest mountain disasters this season.
Mother and Son Make History as First Everest Family Duo
In an extraordinary display of familial determination, a mother and son from the UK have become the first parent-child team to conquer Mount Everest simultaneously, sharing an emotional embrace at 29,000 feet.
British father and daughter die in Mont Blanc climbing tragedy
A British father and his daughter are among five climbers who lost their lives in a devastating accident on Mont Blanc's treacherous Bosses ridge, sparking a major international rescue operation.
Five climbers killed in Dolomites avalanche tragedy
A devastating avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has claimed the lives of five climbers, including a father and his young daughter, during a popular via ferrata route. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.
Elderly divers abandoned at sea during Australian reef tour
Shocking incident as 70-year-old scuba divers left fighting for survival in treacherous waters after being deserted by their tour group during Great Barrier Reef excursion.
Five German climbers die in Italian Alps avalanche
A devastating avalanche in the Italian Alps has claimed the lives of five German mountaineers, with rescue teams recovering all bodies after a massive snow collapse on Monte Cristallo.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Melbourne Cup 2025: Favourite gets perfect barrier draw
The final field for the 2025 Melbourne Cup has been confirmed, with the race favourite securing a perfect barrier position that could prove decisive in Australia's most famous horse racing event.
British tourist dies in Great Barrier Reef snorkelling accident
A 74-year-old British woman has died after being pulled unconscious from the water during a snorkelling trip off Australia's Lizard Island, casting a shadow over what should have been a dream holiday.
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