Olympic Snowboard Medallist Ueli Kestenholz Dies in Avalanche
Swiss snowboarder Ueli Kestenholz, who won bronze at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, has died aged 50 after being caught in an avalanche in the Lötschental valley. Read the full tribute.
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UBS Boss Sergio Ermotti Set for 2027 Departure
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Brit killed in Alps avalanche while skiing off-piste
A British man has died in an avalanche in the French Alps, one of six fatalities in a deadly weekend. He was found buried under 2.5 metres of snow without a transceiver. Read the full report and safety warnings.
British Skier Dies in French Alps Avalanche
A British man in his 50s has died after being caught in an avalanche while skiing off-piste in La Plagne. Read the full story on the rescue operation and safety warnings.
British skier killed in French Alps avalanche
A British man in his 50s has died in an avalanche while skiing off-piste in La Plagne. Over 50 rescuers searched for him. Read the full report on this tragic incident.
Swiss Bar Owner Told Waitress to 'Get Atmosphere Going'
The owners of a Swiss bar where 40 died in a New Year's Eve fire have described the tragedy. A waitress they saw as family suffocated behind a locked door. Read the full investigation details.
Four dead, dozens missing in Philippines landfill collapse
Signs of life detected as rescuers search for over 30 missing after a deadly rubbish avalanche at a Cebu City waste facility. Four confirmed dead, twelve injured rescued. Follow the latest updates.
2016: The Year We Lost Bowie, Prince, Rickman & More
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Surrey Police referred to IOPC after man's death
Surrey Police has referred itself to the police watchdog after a man in his 30s was found dead in Guildford. Officers had prior contact with the deceased. Read the latest.
Swiss bar owners detained over deadly New Year fire
The owners of a Swiss bar where 40 died in a New Year's Day fire have been detained. Read the latest on the investigation and national day of mourning.
One dead, 38 missing in Philippines landfill collapse
A deadly landfill collapse in Cebu City has buried a village under waste. One woman is dead and 38 are missing as rescue teams face toxic hazards. Read the latest on the disaster.
Philippines Landfill Collapse Kills One, 27 Missing
A deadly landfill collapse in the Philippines has killed one and left 27 missing under an avalanche of garbage. Rescue efforts are hampered by toxic air and unstable debris. Read the latest updates.
Inside the World's Best Ski Resort: Arosa-Lenzerheide
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Scientists Record Brain Activity at Moment of Death
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UBS Extends Lead in Swiss Dealmaking League Tables
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Snowmobiler killed in Sierra Nevada avalanche
A snowmobiler has died after being buried by an avalanche in California's Truckee area. Rescuers warn of further avalanche risk. Read the full report.
Sparkler candles banned after Swiss bar fire kills 40
A New Year's bar fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed 40 and injured 116. The mayor has banned sparkler candles and revealed the venue had not been inspected since 2019.
Swiss Bar Fire: No Safety Checks for Five Years
Mayor Nicolas Féraud admits no periodic inspections were conducted at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana between 2020 and 2025, before a fire killed 40 people. Read the full investigation details.
Swiss Bar Fire Killed 40, Had Not Been Inspected Since 2019
A Swiss bar where 40 died in a New Year's fire had not undergone a safety inspection for five years, officials confirm. Mayor issues profound apology. Read the full report.
Skiers' Heart Tribute for Crans-Montana Fire Victims
Dozens of skiers formed a heart on Swiss slopes to honour 40 killed in the Crans-Montana New Year's fire. Police identify all 116 injured. Read the full tribute.
All 116 injured in Swiss Alps bar fire identified
Swiss authorities confirm all 116 injured in the deadly Crans-Montana New Year's fire have been identified. The blaze killed 40, including a 15-year-old with British ties.
London pupil Charlotte Niddam confirmed dead in Swiss fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, a former London schoolgirl, is confirmed among 40 dead in the Crans-Montana New Year's fire. Read the latest on the investigation and tributes.
British teen confirmed dead in Swiss bar fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, is among the 40 victims identified after the devastating New Year's fire at a bar in Crans-Montana. Read the latest updates and tributes.
British teen among 40 dead in Swiss New Year fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, from a Hertfordshire school, identified as a victim of the Crans-Montana inferno. Police name all 40 victims as national mourning is declared.
UK Teen Confirmed Dead in Swiss Ski Resort Fire Tragedy
Charlotte Niddam, 15, a former pupil at Immanuel College in Hertfordshire, is among the 40 victims identified after a devastating New Year's fire at a bar in Crans-Montana. Hundreds attended a memorial in sub-zero temperatures.
Five named as hundreds march for Swiss bar fire victims
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march to honour the 40 killed in the Crans-Montana New Year fire. Five victims, including teenagers, have been named as identification continues.
Silent march for Swiss bar fire victims as 24 identified
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march in Crans-Montana to honour the 40 killed in the New Year's bar fire. Authorities have now identified 24 victims, including several teenagers. Read the latest.
Swiss Bar Boss in Deadly Fire Had Kidnap, Pimping Convictions
Jacques Moretti, co-manager of the Le Constellation bar where 40 died, faces manslaughter charges. Reports reveal his criminal past involving kidnapping and pimping. Read the full investigation.
Crans-Montana bar fire kills 40, community in mourning
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has claimed at least 40 lives. The close-knit community is united in grief as investigations into the New Year's tragedy begin.
Swiss bar managers investigated over deadly New Year fire
Managers of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana are under investigation for negligent homicide after a fire killed 40 and injured over 100. Read the latest updates on this tragic event.
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