Train Derails Near Lewes, East Sussex
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British Transport Police confirm a train has derailed near the town of Lewes in East Sussex.
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Air India Mandates Substance Testing for All Pilots Following Mid-Air Incident
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The airline is expanding its drug and alcohol testing program after a recent flight experienced an unexpected altitude loss.
Brothers Suffer Cuts After Steam Room Door Shatters in Turkey
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Two boys, aged 11 and 16, were injured after the glass door of a steam room at a Turkish resort reportedly exploded, leading to a settlement with the tour operator.
Octopus Bites Fisherman's Face, Forces Him to Fight Back
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A fisherman in the Philippines had to club an octopus after it latched onto his face and refused to let go.
Record Rainfall Floods Japanese Cities, Causes Power Outages
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Torrential rain near Tokyo has led to widespread flooding, traffic paralysis, and power outages, with at least one death reported.
Passenger Train Derails in Southern England
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Emergency crews responded Thursday after a passenger train derailed and flipped onto its side in southern England.
Dozens Rescued in Alps After Getting Lost on Unsuitable Trail With Babies in Prams
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Alpine rescue services saved 36 individuals, including British and American nationals, from a precarious elevation in Austria.
Explosion Rocks Ammunition Plant Near Rome
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No injuries were reported following an explosion and fire at the KNDS Ammo Italy facility.
Wildfire Destroys Six Homes in Welsh Village; Fire Spreads to Gardens
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A suspected wildfire devastated six homes in Newbridge, Wales, forcing evacuations and leaving residents seeking refuge.