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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Global Central Bankers Unite to Defend Fed Independence
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey signs statement of solidarity with Jerome Powell as US Fed faces criminal inquiry. Read the latest on the threat to central bank independence.
UBS Boss Sergio Ermotti Set for 2027 Departure
UBS Group begins search for a new chief executive as Sergio Ermotti prepares to step down in April 2027 following the Credit Suisse integration. Discover the top internal candidates in the running.
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.
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.
Inside the World's Best Ski Resort: Arosa-Lenzerheide
Discover why Arosa-Lenzerheide in Switzerland was crowned the world's best ski resort. Explore its 225km of slopes, family activities, and luxurious stays for your perfect winter break.
Daily Bank Check Saves £1,600, Says Starling
Starling Bank's new 'Last Digit Widget' encourages daily balance checks, potentially saving users £1,600 annually. Learn how a simple habit boosts savings and spots wasteful payments.
UBS Extends Lead in Swiss Dealmaking League Tables
UBS has captured over 22% of Swiss dealmaking fees in 2025, securing $305m and widening its lead after Credit Suisse's collapse. Discover the shifting landscape of investment banking.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Time-Off Tips
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
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.
Business Bank Account Could Earn £10,000 in 2026
Allica Bank offers a business account paying competitive interest and cashback. Firms holding £250k could earn close to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your cash work harder.
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.
Ski Bar Owners Face Charges After Fatal New Year's Fire
The owners of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana face negligent homicide charges after a fire killed 40 and injured over 100 on New Year's Eve. Read the latest on the investigation.
Bars ban champagne sparklers after fatal Swiss fire
Following a lethal New Year's Day blaze in Switzerland that killed 40, French nightclubs are pledging to ban champagne sparklers. Discover the safety move and UK regulations.
First victims of Swiss nightclub fire identified as teens
Authorities have named the first four victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at La Constellation nightclub in Crans-Montana. The grieving process begins for families as the identification effort continues.
Swiss Bar Fire Cause Named, UK Teen Missing
Officials identify sparklers as the likely cause of the deadly Crans-Montana bar fire. A former Hertfordshire schoolgirl is among the missing as DNA identification continues.
Swiss bar fire survivor: 'It could have happened to me'
A teenager who left a Swiss bar minutes before a deadly fire recounts the horror. As grief and anger grow in Crans-Montana, many still await news on missing friends. Read the full eyewitness account.
Deadly Swiss Ski Resort Fire Kills 40, Injures 119
At least 40 dead after New Year's fire at Crans-Montana bar. Flammable soundproofing material caused flashover, officials say. Latest updates and victim details.
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