Few years on the Earth
An amateur football match in Istanbul turned into an extraordinary scene of compassion and quick thinking when a routine play unexpectedly endangered a life beyond the players on the pitch. During a league fixture between Istanbul Yurdum Spor and Mevlanakapi Guzelhisar, an accidental strike of the ball brought down a seagull flying overhead, halting the … Read more
The investigation into the killing of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine has entered a significant new phase following the re-arrest of American national Michael Kelley. Gardaí detained the 53-year-old man early this morning at approximately 7.30am under a warrant obtained to question him in connection with the murder. He is currently being held at a garda … Read more
The story of Manjit Sangha is one of extraordinary survival, profound loss, and urgent warning. After spending 32 weeks in hospital, enduring multiple cardiac arrests and the amputation of both legs and both hands, the 56-year-old has finally returned home to begin the long process of rebuilding her life. Her medical ordeal began suddenly and … Read more
The death of a former television dancer has drawn renewed attention to the complex relationship between criminal investigation, mental health care, and risk assessment following crisis events. An inquest has concluded that performer Kerri-Anne Donaldson died by suicide just days after being arrested on suspicion of a child sexual offence — an allegation she denied. … Read more
The deaths of two teenagers at a holiday park on the Yorkshire coast have prompted a major investigation, with authorities examining the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning as a key factor. Fifteen-year-old Cherish Bean and seventeen-year-old Ethan Slater were found dead inside a rental property at Little Eden Holiday Park in Bridlington, an incident that … Read more
The Winter Olympics have long been defined by moments of triumph, heartbreak, and athletic excellence, but occasionally the global stage also becomes a backdrop for deeply personal milestones that resonate far beyond the competition arena. At the Milan Cortina Games, one of the most compelling stories to capture public attention has unfolded away from the … Read more
The case of a British couple serving a decade-long prison sentence in Iran has drawn international attention and concern, raising questions about international travel risks, diplomatic protections, and the legal systems governing foreign nationals abroad. Lindsay and Craig Foreman, who set out on what they described as a once-in-a-lifetime round-the-world motorcycle journey, now find themselves … Read more
The tragic death of a young woman on Austria’s highest mountain has drawn intense public attention, legal scrutiny, and ethical debate within alpine communities across Europe and beyond. A climber was convicted of gross negligent manslaughter after his girlfriend died from hypothermia during a winter ascent of Grossglockner in January 2025. The case has become … Read more
A Norwegian scientist working on a classified research initiative has reportedly suffered brain damage after testing an experimental device designed to investigate the controversial medical phenomenon commonly referred to as Havana Syndrome. The incident, which emerged through investigative reporting and official sources familiar with the matter, has intensified scrutiny surrounding both the unexplained health condition … Read more
The deaths of experienced skiers Stuart Leslie and Shaun Overy in a devastating alpine avalanche have drawn renewed attention to the persistent dangers of off-piste winter sports across Europe. Their tragedy forms part of a series of fatal snow slides that have struck major ski regions within days of each other, underscoring the volatility of … Read more