Gaelic football match abandoned after 'serious incident'

The World Gravy Wrestling Championships, held at the Rose 'n' Bowl pub in Lancashire, attracted large crowds as competitors battled in a ring filled with 1,500 liters of gravy. Since 2007, the event has raised funds for East Lancashire Hospice and allowed wrestlers to support their chosen charities, with winners judged on wrestling skills, costumes, and crowd engagement. Want More Context? 🔎

A Morane 29 water bomber helicopter crashed into Rosporden Lake while refilling during firefighting efforts in France, after its tail hit the water, causing it to spin out of control. Fortunately, the pilot and firefighter on board escaped unharmed, and an investigation has been initiated to determine the crash's cause amidst a summer of severe wildfires across Europe. Want More Context? 🔎

The water industry watchdog is investigating payments made to executives at several suppliers after it was revealed that Yorkshire Water's offshore parent company paid its CEO over £1 million in undisclosed fees. This scrutiny raises concerns about transparency and governance within the water supply sector. Want More Context? 🔎

Six children were rescued by coastguards at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot after they encountered serious difficulties in the water on Sunday evening. Two children were taken to the hospital, while four others made their own way there following a major rescue operation involving the Port Talbot RNLI Lifeboat, police, and local volunteers. Want More Context? 🔎

A drone will be deployed to locate Natalia Nagovitsina, a 47-year-old Russian climber stranded at nearly 23,000 ft on Pobeda Peak in Kyrgyzstan after fracturing her leg on August 12. Extreme weather has complicated rescue efforts, leading to the death of Italian climber Luca Sinigaglia during a rescue attempt, while search leader Dmitry Grekov expresses doubts about her survival. Want More Context? 🔎

Erin Patterson, 50, was convicted of murdering three relatives by poisoning them with death cap mushrooms during a July 2023 lunch in Victoria, Australia. Ian Wilkinson, the sole survivor, offered her forgiveness in a heartfelt statement during her pre-sentencing hearing, highlighting the profound loss and trauma experienced by both families. Want More Context? 🔎