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Swiss bar fire likely started by sparklers on champagne bottlesFri 2nd Jan 2026 20:22 GMT
Swiss bar fire likely started by sparklers on champagne bottles

The investigation into the fire that killed 40 people will consider whether criminal prosecutions are necessary, officials said.

'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for newsFri 2nd Jan 2026 18:20 GMT
'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news

Families are appealing for information about children as young as 15 who are thought to have been at the bar.

Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protestersFri 2nd Jan 2026 17:22 GMT
Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protesters

The US president says "we will come to their rescue" after days of demonstrations and clashes.

Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office after corruption rowFri 2nd Jan 2026 21:18 GMT
Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office after corruption row

Kyrylo Budanov has led the Hur military intelligence, which has claimed a number of highly-effective strikes against Russia.

Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in MexicoSat 3rd Jan 2026 00:44 GMT
Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in Mexico

The powerful earthquake shook southern and central Mexico on Friday, also leaving several people injured.

Yemen clashes bring Saudi- and UAE-backed forces into confrontationFri 2nd Jan 2026 14:59 GMT
Yemen clashes bring Saudi- and UAE-backed forces into confrontation

The powerful Gulf allies back rival sides in an escalating conflict which threatens to divide Yemen.

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