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This bus driver was battling through the monsoon rain when his windscreen wiper broke, leaving him unable to see properly. But he continued his journey when his assistant tied two bits of rope...

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Good news if you're dreaming of jetting off somewhere sunny; flights to many popular holiday destinations have fallen sharply, according to price comparison site KAYAK.co.uk. For example,...

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You may have heard that elephants are among the smartest of all animals. And this elephant proved it when it lifted a level crossing barrier that was in its way. The Asian elephant in West...

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A rapidly growing crater known as the "hellmouth" has given scientists a fascinating insight into 200,000 years of climate history. The 300ft-deep Batagaika Crater in Siberia is...

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New drivers face losing their licence the first time they are caught using a mobile phone behind the wheel illegally. Penalties and fines for offenders will be doubled to six points and...

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If you're looking for a way to aggravate a flight attendant, put your luggage in the overhead bin lengthwise. But if you want to be a good passenger, do you know the correct way to put your...

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Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano, erupted recently, sending a tower of bright lava into the sky. This was the first eruption of 2017 for Europe's most active volcano. See also:...

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The best places to live in Britain have been revealed. Locations were ranked by work-life balance and access to good schools and green spaces, according to economists. Norwich, Bournemouth and...

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Amy-Lenna Bryce and Andrew Hughes walked away from the accident but are said to be distraught Fifteen wedding guests were injured when a staircase collapsed as they were posing for photos. Five...

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NASA is testing what some people are calling 'the new Concorde,' the supersonic passenger jet that could take people from London to New York in just around three hours. The ticking...

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An amusing video has emerged of a penguin following a girl's finger with its head at London Zoo. The footage, shot earlier this month, shows the bird captivated by the moving finger. See...

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For those who travel alone, the warmth of the people of the country you are traveling to, is as important as the culture. But which cities are the friendliest? Watch the video above to find out....

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A British Airways flight had to be stopped on the runway to ditch a mouse that stowed away. Passengers on the 10.40am Heathrow to San Francisco flight today were strapped in and ready for...

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Flying brings about a lot of emotions. Like, "Dear God, if you make this turbulence stop I'll never (insert pretty much anything here. But what exactly is turbulence? Thanks to Silver...

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The curlew with its distinctive call and long curved bill is under threat as experts warn the species faces extinction world-wide. In Britain they are a regular site on coastal marshes and...

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A naked man has been tackled to the ground after breaching security at Sydney Airport. The man was caught on camera streaking through a scanner, having earlier been filmed running nude alongside...

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A husband kissed his wife goodbye before being buried in a coffin under a city street. Friends and family closed the lid of the casket and dumped soil on top of it today after John Edwards...

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An adorable baby hippo's life was saved after spending several days stranded alone in a thick mud pool. Humpty was spotted in the fast-drying mud swamp after being abandoned by her mother....

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Fancy a free holiday to New Zealand? A Wellington company is offering 100 jobseekers free flights and accommodation - but you'll need to attend interviews while you're there. The 100...

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In recent years, cruises have seriously upped their game and are now the major player on the travel scene. In fact, they are fast overtaking top bars and restaurants in terms of high quality cuisine...

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