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.
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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.
Historic London Golf Club Destroyed in Major Blaze
A devastating fire has completely gutted the historic West Essex Golf Clubhouse near the M25. Over 60 firefighters battled the blaze, with no injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Fire at Historic West Essex Golf Club Near M25
A major fire has torn through the historic West Essex Golf Club in London. Six crews are battling the blaze. All persons are accounted for and no injuries reported. Follow for live updates.
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.
Crans-Montana fire victims identified, include teenagers
Police in Switzerland have identified 24 victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire, with the youngest aged 14. Hundreds joined a silent procession as a national day of mourning is announced.
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.
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.
Masked Singer star removed from episode after Swiss tragedy
ITV has cut Red Panda's performance from The Masked Singer UK's 2026 launch due to sensitivities linked to the Swiss ski resort fire that killed 40. The episode aired 10 minutes late.
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.
Swiss Bar Managers Investigated Over Deadly New Year Fire
Prosecutors in Switzerland have opened a criminal investigation into two bar managers after a fire, sparked by champagne bottle sparklers, killed at least 40 people in Crans-Montana. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Wine bar opens in secret City of London crypt
Humble Grape's new wine bar has opened in the 11th-century crypt of St Mary-le-Bow church, replacing the beloved Café Below. Discover this unique spot for sustainable wines and sharing plates.
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.
Teenagers named after deadly Swiss ski resort fire
Three missing teenagers have been named following the devastating New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar that killed at least 40 people. Read the latest updates on the tragedy.
Brother's search for teen missing in Swiss club fire
The brother of a 15-year-old girl missing after the Crans-Montana New Year's Eve fire reveals his desperate search. At least 47 killed in the blaze.
Alpine Bar Fire Kills Over 40 in Switzerland
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left more than 40 dead and dozens injured. Read the latest on the investigation and international response.
Swiss Ski Resort Fire Survivors Treated Across Europe
Survivors of the catastrophic Crans-Montana bar fire are being treated in specialist burns units across Europe as identification of the dead continues. Follow the latest updates.
Crans-Montana Bar Fire Leaves 40 Dead, Many Critical
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed about 40 people and left many of the 115 injured in a life-threatening condition. Read the latest updates.
First victim of Swiss Alps bar fire named as Italian golfer
The first victim of the devastating Crans-Montana bar fire has been identified as young Italian golfer Emanuele Galeppini. The tragedy killed about 40 and injured 115.
14 Victims Named in Swiss Ski Resort Bar Fire
Authorities in Switzerland have identified 14 victims of a devastating fire at a popular ski resort bar. The investigation into the cause continues.
Swiss Ski Bar Fire Kills 47, Sparklers Suspected
A New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort club has killed at least 47 people, with survivors blaming champagne bottle sparklers. Read the latest on the tragedy and identification efforts.
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