Estonia ferry disaster caused by bow failure, report confirms
New report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry sinking was due to bow failure, not collision or explosion. Read the final findings on Europe's worst maritime disaster.
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Bean Family Farm faces closure in land trust battle
A 14th-generation Massachusetts farm, run by an L.L. Bean descendant, fights to survive. A local land trust blocks expansion onto conserved land, sparking a legal battle and fears of a community food desert.
Chinese man injured by land mine on Thai-Cambodia border
A Chinese national was wounded by a land mine while allegedly crossing illegally from Cambodia into Thailand, reigniting a dispute between the nations over new mine placements. Read the full report.
Lego heiress buys Scottish estate for £25m amid land reform
Sofie Kirk Kristiansen, Lego heiress, purchases Scatwell Estate for £25 million, sparking debate about land ownership concentration in Scotland while pursuing conservation goals.
NATO Torpedo Sinks Frigate in Military Drill
Dramatic footage shows a NATO submarine sinking a frigate with a torpedo during the Aegir 25 exercise. Watch the video and see the alliance's striking power verified.
HP Seeks £1.5bn from Deceased Tycoon Mike Lynch's Estate
Hewlett Packard Enterprise pursues a £1.5bn claim against the estate of Mike Lynch, the Autonomy founder who died in the 2024 Bayesian yacht tragedy. Explore the legal battle and its implications.
Five rescued as boat sinks 300 miles out to sea
Five people were dramatically rescued after their boat, the Magic Bus, sank 260 nautical miles off Cape Hatteras. The US Coast Guard coordinated with a massive warship in the complex operation.
Scottish landowners fear SNP land reform "unworkable"
MSPs face fierce backlash as proposed legislation to break up large estates threatens rural economy and sparks constitutional concerns across Scotland's agricultural sector.
Trump's radical plan to transfer federal lands to states
Donald Trump reveals radical strategy to transfer federal lands to state control during Albuquerque rally, targeting Biden administration policies.
New York City sinking under skyscraper weight, study finds
Geological research shows New York City is gradually sinking due to the immense weight of its urban landscape, raising concerns about future flood risks and infrastructure stability.
Canadian official's 'private property doesn't exist' claim sparks fury
BC Prosecution Service's Niki Sharma faces backlash after controversial comments about private land ownership and Indigenous rights during tense meeting with residents.
Indigenous tribes claim ownership of all homes in Canadian city
The quiet community of Richmond, British Columbia, has been plunged into turmoil after local First Nations tribes asserted legal ownership over all private homes and municipal buildings, leaving residents in legal limbo and threatening to upend property r
South Dakota's Free Land Lottery: Build Your Dream Home
The small city of Chamberlain, South Dakota is giving away residential plots absolutely free in an ambitious scheme to tackle housing shortages and boost community growth.
Scottish historic ship deliberately sunk in Hawaii
Outrage erupts as the iconic Scottish-built sailing vessel Falls of Clyde is intentionally scuttled in Hawaii, sparking international condemnation and heritage concerns.
Indigenous YouTuber confronts security in Vancouver land dispute
A tense confrontation between an Indigenous content creator and security personnel over filming rights on traditional territories in Vancouver has ignited discussions about land rights and public access.
Orca attack sinks yacht, family of five rescued
A British family's holiday turned to terror when orcas attacked and sank their yacht, leading to a dramatic sea rescue of three children and their parents in Portuguese waters.
Pirate tourist ship sinks off Mexican coast
A three-masted sailing vessel modelled after Christopher Columbus's galleon unexpectedly sank during a tourist excursion, forcing emergency evacuations and raising serious safety questions about adventure tourism operations.
Christmas Sinking Fund: Your Guide to Debt-Free Festive Season
Discover how to avoid festive financial stress with our complete guide to Christmas sinking funds. Learn budgeting strategies from financial experts to make your December merry and debt-free.
Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village' Fears Secret Travellers Site
Exclusive: Furious residents of affluent Surrey village demand answers as council secretly sells greenbelt land, sparking fears of an illegal travellers' site and a plunge in property values.
African Tribe Stakes Legal Claim to Scottish Land
The Kukama people from Peru have launched a unique legal bid for land in Scotland, invoking a 16th-century royal decree, in a modern-day quest for cultural preservation and international recognition.
Orcas Sink Luxury Yacht in Coordinated Attack Off Portugal
A pod of killer whales has sunk a 50ft sailing yacht in a coordinated attack near Gibraltar, marking the latest incident in a mysterious series of orca assaults on vessels in the region.
Couple's 911 Call From Sinking Car in Florida
A terrifying 911 call captures the final moments of a Florida couple trapped in their sinking car. Hear the heroic rescue story that defied the odds.
Homeowner's horror as house is built on quicksand
A homeowner's renovation dream became a terrifying reality after builders uncovered a hidden quicksand pit beneath his property, threatening to swallow the entire house.
Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack
Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.
RNLI Heroes Rescue Two After Boat Sinks in Firth of Clyde
A major rescue operation unfolded in the Firth of Clyde as RNLI lifeboat crews from Largs and Helensburgh saved two people after their vessel sank off the Ayrshire coast.
Biden Blocks Trump-Backed Land Development in North Dakota
The Biden administration blocks a major development project backed by Donald Trump and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, escalating a political battle over federal land use and conservation.
Arizona Town Sinking Due to Groundwater Over-Pumping
The rural town of Wenden, Arizona, is literally sinking due to rampant groundwater over-pumping for agriculture, causing widespread land fissures and infrastructure damage, a stark warning for the drought-stricken American West.
Seattle is Sinking: Groundbreaking Study Reveals Why
Exclusive: New research from the University of Washington uncovers the hidden geological forces causing Seattle to sink and tilt. Discover the surprising impact of groundwater and glacial ice on urban landscapes.
Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.
Million-Pound Yacht Sinks in Turkish Marina
A luxury yacht valued at over £1 million has catastrophically sunk at its mooring in a Turkish marina. Shocking footage captures the vessel's final moments as it disappears beneath the waves, sparking a major salvage operation.
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