Many feared dead after jet, US Army helicopter collide
Eighteen bodies have been recovered after a mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a US Army helicopter near Washington, CBS News says, citing police.
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Region braces for further heavy rain, flash flooding
Two tropical lows continue to fuel cyclonic rainfall across coastal areas of north Queensland as residents prepare to evacuate.
Flood rescues mount as new cyclone threat looms
A rain-hit region is on cyclone watch with multiple tropical lows looming in northern Australia after heavy showers sparked flooding and water rescues.
Bushwalker’s tale of survival a ‘miracle’, rescuer says
The rescue of bushwalker Hadi Nazari in the Australian Alps after an almost two-week search has been described as a "miracle" by one of the men who found him.
‘Hero’ hiker’s incredible survival after 13-days lost
A missing hiker survived on two muesli bars and wild berries for almost two weeks before he was found in a search involving hundreds of rescuers and volunteers.
‘You guys are angels’: lost hiker’s tears with rescuers
Relatives of rescued hiker Hadi Nazari say they never lost hope he would return to them after he spent almost two weeks missing in rugged bushland.
Rescued hiker leaves hospital after 13-day alps ordeal
Bushwalker Hadi Nazari has been discharged from hospital after his rescue and is keen for more hikes but an expert has advice for anyone going to remote places.
Day 10: search for hiker intensifies as more help sent
Another 50 rescue specialists have joined the 10-day search for missing hiker Hadi Nazari in Kosciuszko National Park's "bloody tough" terrain.
Search for man taken by shark ends without finding body
Authorities have concluded the search for a surfer who was seen taken by a shark but have not located his body.
Search resumes for missing bushwalker amid heat, fire
The search for a bushwalker missing for 11 days resumes after specialist crews have joined the efforts amid soaring temperatures and nearby fires.
Water source the key to missing hiker’s survival
Finding scarce water on one of Australia's most challenging bush trails is key to a missing hiker being found alive after more than a week missing.
Police still hold hope after nine-day search for hiker
Rescuers are being winched into dense bushland in a desperate bid to find missing hiker Hadi Nazari as a major search operation continues.
Drowning deaths claim two tourists and swimmer
Two tourists have died at a dangerous beach and a man was unable to be revived after being pulled from the water as the summer drowning toll continues to rise.
More Aussies heading home after deadly Vanuatu quake
Two more RAAF planes are set to bring home Australians stranded in Vanuatu following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake, as rescue and recovery efforts continue.
Shaken Vanuatu hit by new quake as Aussies return home
Vanuatu has been hit by another earthquake as Canberra announced more financial assistance and hundreds of Aussies returned home.
Disaster team back home after marathon Vanuatu mission
A Queensland-based team of 66 including paramedics, engineers and firefighters has spent almost a week helping locals following Vanuatu's deadly earthquake.
‘Most perfect son’ feared dead after swept off rocks
Tributes are flowing in for 15-year-old Luca Bennett as rescue crews scale back a search for the teenager after he was swept off rocks at a popular beach.
Bushwalker deaths and rescue prompts safety warning
Police are warning bushwalkers to be prepared before they set out on their treks after two men died in separate incidents and another pair needed to be rescued.
Couple stalked by giant crocodile after car washed away
A missing couple has spent two terrifying nights being stalked by a giant crocodile after their car was swept away in floodwaters.
Israel sends rescue planes after attacks on soccer fans
Leaders of Israel and the Netherlands have condemned what they call antisemitic attacks on fans of soccer club Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Water alert as lifesavers try to stem record drownings
Lifesavers are calling on Victorians to be prepared and brush up on water safety before they go swimming, as they launch their summer patrol season.
Flash floods in Spain kill more than 50 people
Flash floods that swept the Spanish region of Valencia have killed least 52 people as torrential rains left roads and towns under water.
Dozens die in devastating flash floods in Spain
At least 62 people have been killed in the deadliest flooding to hit Spain for decades after torrential rain left roads and towns in the east under water.
Woman attacked by shark saved by boat crew’s first aid
A woman bitten by a shark while snorkelling has avoided serious consequences thanks to the first aid provided by a boat's crew.
Unprecedented floods claim at least 158 lives in Spain
Crews are searching for bodies in stranded cars as people try to salvage what they can from ruined homes following monstrous flash floods in Spain.
Massive flood recovery in Spain as death toll hits 211
Spain is mounting its biggest peacetime disaster recovery operation as the death toll from catastrophic floods continues to rise.
Reluctant search and rescue heroes celebrated at awards
A search coordinator who helped pull off the extraordinary rescue of two pilots forced to ditch into the Pacific has been recognised for his team's efforts.
Biden to visit storm-ravaged North Carolina
More than 100 deaths have been reported since Hurricane Helene crossed the US coast, with President Joe Biden set to survey the damage in North Carolina.
‘Petrified’ siblings fight for their lives after blaze
The father of one-of-the-three children found unconscious inside a burning home says one child may not survive as the siblings remain critical in hospital.
Home-alone probe as kids in house fire fight for life
Three children, aged from one to five, are in a critical condition as police investigate the cause of a house fire and whether they were home alone.
Be prepared: north told to brace for spring bushfires
After recent above-average temperatures, the national council for fire and emergency services is predicting a risky spring fire season in northern Australia.