Families Settle Suit Over Deaths in Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The families of five of the six men who were killed when a cargo ship crashed into the Key Bridge two years ago announced on Thursday that they had reached legal settlements with the owner and the operator of the ship. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/28/us/baltimore-key-bridge-lawsuit-settlements.html

Safety warning after nine water-related deaths during heatwave

People have been warned of the dangers of swimming in open water after multiple deaths during the recent heatwave. The Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) issued a warning following the fatal incidents, most of which involved children, saying “warmer weather unfortunately sees an increase in accidental drownings”. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp8plymvm47o