Thames Water defers £2.5m boss bonuses until new year
Thames Water postpones controversial £2.5m retention payments for 21 executives as it seeks a multi-billion pound rescue deal. Discover the full story behind the bonus row.
Category : Search result: rescue operations
Elderly monk survives 4 days trapped upside down in cave
A 77-year-old Buddhist monk endured a four-day ordeal trapped upside down in a narrow cave in Thailand. Discover how rescuers performed the dramatic operation.
Hegseth defends Trump's 'drug boat' strikes amid legal scrutiny
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends controversial military strikes on suspected drug boats, insisting President Trump has the power to act 'as he sees fit'. Read the full story on the growing legal and political backlash.
Student jailed for 90 days after chicken 'rescue'
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
New AA App Pinpoints Breakdowns for Faster Rescue
The AA's updated app uses GPS to locate stranded members instantly, promising quicker patrol arrival. Explore how this tech upgrade changes breakdown cover and keeps drivers safer.
Victoria Police admits eight years of unlawful search operations
Victoria Police has admitted to conducting 23 non-compliant weapons search operations over eight years, impacting hundreds and resulting in 33 charges. The force is now notifying affected individuals and the state's anti-corruption watchdog.
Zipcar to close UK operations, Christmas bookings safe
Car-sharing giant Zipcar announces plans to shut its UK business. New bookings suspended after 31 Dec, but festive rentals are secure. Full details on the closure and consultation.
Zipcar to Stop Operating in the UK
Car-sharing giant Zipcar is set to halt its UK service, suspending new bookings from 31 December 2025. Get the latest details on the consultation and what it means for members.
Reindeer rescue operation on Merseyside beach
A festive reindeer named Buddy sparked a major overnight search involving police, coastguard and Royal Marines after escaping in Formby. Read how Christmas was saved.
Paramedic saves girl from raging fire in heroic rescue
A quick-thinking off-duty paramedic rescued a seven-year-old girl from a dangerous fire in East Hollywood. Read the full story of this split-second decision.
UK Teen Missing in Romania Near Dracula's Castle
Rescuers search for missing British teenager George Smyth, 18, who vanished near Dracula's Castle in Romania after calling emergency services. His mother has flown to assist. Read for the latest.
UK teen missing near Dracula's Castle in Romania
Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
Asia Floods: Over 1,000 Dead as Rescue Efforts Continue
Rescue operations intensify across Asia as extreme weather claims over 1,000 lives. Get the latest on the floods in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand.
Asia Floods: Over 1,000 Dead in Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka
Catastrophic flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia have killed over 1,000 people. Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time to find survivors. Follow the latest developments here.
Reindeer escapes Christmas parade in Southport
A reindeer caused festive chaos after bolting from a Southport parade, leading to a major rescue operation on Formby Beach. Read the full story of the dramatic recovery.
Sydney Waste Facility Erupts in Huge Fireball
A massive fireball exploded at a waste facility in Sydney, sending flames 150m high. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
Sydney recycling plant explosion rains concrete debris
Massive chemical recycling plant explosion in Sydney sends fireball 500ft high, injuring firefighters and raining concrete debris. Investigation underway into cause of inferno.
Gen Z Investor Rescues Byron Burger Chain
Struggling Byron burger chain rescued from third collapse by Gen Z entrepreneur Akshat Tibrewala. £2.5m investment secures future with major rebrand targeting younger audiences. Read the full story.
100+ rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers at palace
More than 100 rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers gathered outside Buckingham Palace for a festive parade raising funds for dog charities. See the adorable photos and heartwarming rescue stories.
Surgeon Sam Eljamel Evades Justice Over Botched NHS Ops
Former NHS Tayside neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel, accused of life-changing botched operations on 200 patients, remains in Libya unlikely to face extradition. Victims demand accountability.
MP killed dog to save baby, reveals at conference
Independent MP Ayoub Khan discloses he was forced to kill a dog to protect a baby from being mauled. The revelation came during Liverpool's Your Party conference.
Hegseth Denies 'Kill Everybody' Orders in Navy Strikes
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth labels reports of illegal 'kill everybody' orders in Caribbean strikes as fake news. Investigation reveals internal military concerns over legality.
Family trapped 150ft up in sky-dining crane malfunction
A family with two young children was left suspended for three hours after a crane failure at a 'sky-dining' restaurant in Kerala. Read how they were rescued and the safety failures exposed.
Trump Closes Venezuelan Airspace in Escalating Dispute
US President Donald Trump declares complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela amid growing tensions with Nicolas Maduro over drug trafficking allegations.
Hong Kong fire death toll reaches 128 at Wang Fuk Court
Rescue efforts conclude after Hong Kong's worst fire in nearly 80 years at Wang Fuk Court residential complex. 128 confirmed dead as community support pours in. Read the latest updates.
Hong Kong fire: 94 dead as rescue operations near completion
Rescue operations are almost complete at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po after a devastating fire left 94 dead. Authorities investigate cause as anger grows over safety laws.
NGO Worker on Trial for People Smuggling in Lesbos
A humanitarian worker stands trial in Greece for people smuggling charges while rescuing migrants. Explore the case that questions aid work boundaries. Read the full investigation.
17 dead in Sumatra floods and landslides
Torrential rain triggers devastating flash floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra, killing 17 with 6 missing. Rescue teams battle harsh conditions to reach affected villages.
Surgeon Eljamel faces inquiry over 200 botched ops
Disgraced surgeon Sam Eljamel faces public inquiry after allegedly harming over 200 patients, including removing wrong body parts. NHS Tayside apologises for handling concerns.
Secret Memo Reveals True Reason for Trump Boat Strikes
Exclusive: Internal justice department memo shows Trump administration framing Caribbean boat strikes as collective self-defense, contradicting public overdose narrative. Read the full analysis.
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