UK Defence Chief: Prepare for Potential War with Russia
Britain's top military leader warns families to be ready for potential conflict with Russia, urging a 'whole of society' effort. Read the stark call for national resilience.
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Australia Warned as La Niña Weather System Returns
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology declares a La Niña event is underway, raising risks of torrential rain, floods, and cyclones. Officials urge residents to prepare emergency plans now.
Thailand floods: 145 dead, 3.6 million affected
Catastrophic flooding in southern Thailand has killed at least 145 people and impacted 3.6 million residents. Discover the full extent of the damage and ongoing relief efforts.
Fever Ineffective Against Bird Flu, Study Finds
Groundbreaking UK research reveals the body's natural fever defence may fail against bird flu viruses, raising concerns for pandemic preparedness. Learn the critical details.
Thailand flood death toll rises above 80
Severe flooding in southern Thailand claims over 80 lives as waters begin to subside, affecting 3 million people across 12 provinces. Emergency response continues.
Covid Inquiry Reveals UK Government Pandemic Failures
The official Covid inquiry exposes how UK government incompetence led to tens of thousands of deaths and draconian lockdowns. Learn what went wrong and how to prevent future crises.
Man severely ill with new H5N5 bird flu strain
A man in the US is severely ill with the H5N5 bird flu virus, a strain never before detected in humans. Health officials are investigating the source of the infection.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 23
The death toll from devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has climbed to 23, with 28 people still missing. Rescue teams are working against the clock. Read the latest updates.
Trump administration slashes FEMA reform report
Exclusive: A 160-page FEMA reform report was cut to 20 pages by the Trump administration, raising concerns over US disaster preparedness. Discover the implications.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
Ethiopia confirms deadly Marburg virus outbreak
Ethiopia confirms a Marburg virus outbreak, a deadly pathogen with an 80% fatality rate. Learn about the symptoms and the urgent response underway.
NATO General: World War Three Could Be 'Years Away'
A senior NATO commander has issued a chilling prediction that major conflict with Russia could erupt within 2-3 years, urging Western nations to urgently prepare their civilian populations for potential warfare.
UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills multiple in Philippines flooding
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes devastation across Cebu province, claiming multiple lives and triggering catastrophic flooding as rescue operations intensify.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with devastating floods
Powerful Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and devastating floods across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Philippines, forces mass evacuations
Severe Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread devastation as it continues its dangerous path.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with severe flooding
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across northern Philippines, triggering widespread flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.
CDC hiring freeze threatens US pandemic preparedness
Exclusive investigation reveals how a sweeping federal hiring freeze has brought the CDC to its knees, leaving critical positions vacant and threatening America's pandemic preparedness.
Early Flu Surge Hits NHS: Winter Crisis Looms
Health officials sound alarm as flu season strikes early, with hospital admissions soaring and experts warning of a challenging winter ahead for the NHS. Discover the symptoms to watch and protection strategies.
Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
Jamaica braces for Hurricane Melissa direct hit
Jamaica faces an imminent and dangerous confrontation with Hurricane Melissa as the powerful storm approaches the Caribbean island, prompting urgent preparations and growing concerns about potential devastation.
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northwest Turkey
A significant 4.1 magnitude earthquake has rocked northwest Turkey, shaking the Marmara Sea region near Istanbul and Balıkesir. Emergency services are on high alert as experts warn of potential aftershocks in this seismically volatile area.
Philippines Braces for 7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Warning
New geological research reveals the Philippines faces imminent threat from a major 7.2 magnitude earthquake that could strike Metro Manila, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for millions.
Hurricane Melissa: Florida Mandatory Evacuations as Storm Intensifies
Mandatory evacuations are underway across Florida's Gulf Coast as Hurricane Melissa intensifies to Category 3, with life-threatening storm surges and destructive winds predicted to make landfall within hours.
Netflix documentary exposes UK nuclear defence flaws
A groundbreaking Netflix documentary reveals how Britain's defence infrastructure remains dangerously unprepared for nuclear threats, drawing alarming parallels to historical vulnerabilities.
Tusk: Putin won't stop with Ukraine, Poland prepares
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk issues chilling assessment of Putin's imperial ambitions, warning that Ukraine's fall could trigger wider conflict across Europe as Poland fortifies its defences.
Hurricane Melissa: Category 4 Storm Heads for Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa has rapidly intensified into a dangerous Category 4 storm, setting its sights on Jamaica with life-threatening winds and catastrophic storm surge expected within 24 hours.
Trump Cuts Could Cost Australian Lives: Ex-CDC Chief
Exclusive: Dr Tom Frieden urges Australia to bolster disease defences as potential Trump administration threatens global health funding cuts, risking catastrophic consequences.
Storm Melissa Threatens US East Coast Landfalls
Tropical Storm Melissa intensifies off US East Coast with multiple computer models predicting potential landfalls from Florida to New England. Emergency services on high alert as storm track remains uncertain.
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