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: search and rescue
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.
Legal challenge to Melbourne CBD search zone laws
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
Gus Lamont: Two Months Missing in Australian Outback
Four-year-old Gus Lamont vanished from his homestead on 27 September. Despite one of South Australia's largest searches, no trace has been found. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Two men missing in River Hull after police pursuit
A major search is underway for two men who entered the River Hull to evade police after a car chase in Hull. Emergency services are 'extremely concerned' for their welfare.
Urgent Search for Missing 79-Year-Old in Norwich
Norfolk Police launch urgent search for Jill Grint, 79, missing from Earlham. She was last seen with a walking stick and yellow bag. Public urged to help.
Best Culture of the Year: Hidden Gems Not From 2025
Discover the standout films, books, and music from past years that captivated UK audiences in 2025. Our critics reveal their favourite hidden gems.
Officer stole nude photos from women during traffic stops
A former Missouri police officer has pleaded guilty to illegally searching the phones of 20 women to obtain intimate images. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Police 'Increasingly Worried' for Missing East London Boy
Met Police issue urgent appeal to find 12-year-old Yafee, missing from Newham since Thursday evening. Last seen in school uniform near Plaistow Park. Call 999 if seen.
HSBC ends chair search, Citi appoints new UK M&A heads
HSBC concludes its search for a new chair, while Citigroup reshuffles its UK investment banking leadership. Get the latest on major moves in London's financial sector.
Search for UK Teen in Romania Suspended Over Avalanche Danger
The search for missing British student George Smyth, 18, near Dracula's Castle in Romania has been halted due to extreme weather and a level-4 avalanche risk. Read the latest updates.
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.
New appeal for missing Surrey man Eugen Comanescu
Police Scotland issue fresh appeal one month after Eugen Comanescu vanished. His car was found in a remote Highland location. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
MH370 Search to Resume After 11-Year Hiatus
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to restart with a new deep-sea mission over a decade after its disappearance. Read the latest on the renewed investigation.
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.
Victoria Police Can Now Search Children Without Warrant
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
London Council Cyber Attack: Services Hit & Resident Advice
Three London councils were hit by a major cyber attack, potentially compromising resident data. Here is the full list of affected services and the latest official advice on what to do if you are impacted.
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.
9 potential sites found for Gypsy and Traveller pitches
Islington Council has identified nine potential sites for permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches, sparking hope after years of delay. The consultation faces fears of a 'shameful' public backlash.
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.
Is a daily glass of wine good for your heart?
A London cardiologist explains the complex truth about wine and heart health. Discover the risks, the minor benefits, and the safer alternatives like grapes and berries. Read the expert advice.
Journalist searched without warrant under new Victoria police powers
A Guardian Australia journalist was subjected to a pat-down search without a warrant while covering a Melbourne protest, experiencing Victoria police's controversial new 'designated area' powers first-hand. Read her account.
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.
Man overboard from yacht near Brighton coast
A major search is ongoing after a passenger fell from a catamaran off the Brighton coast. RNLI lifeboats, a Coastguard helicopter, and other vessels are involved in the rescue operation.
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.
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