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'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.

11 hrs agoEurope

Sparklers on champagne bottles likely cause of deadly Swiss bar fire

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

8 hrs agoEurope

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.

8 hrs agoEurope

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.

4 hrs agoLatin America

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.

11 hrs agoWorld

How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse

Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.

7 hrs agoAsia

The year angry men dominated Bollywood - and what it means for India

Violent, male-driven films dominated the Indian box-office and cultural conversations in 2025.

5 hrs agoAsia

Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in Riyadh

It comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation.

35 mins agoMiddle East

Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference

Woman felt 'dehumanised' after Musk's Grok AI used to digitally remove her clothes

Boxer Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two

China's BYD overtakes Tesla as world's top EV seller

Man dies after being pulled from sea off UK coast as searches continue

Swiss bar fire

What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly

How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.

Footage shows partygoer trying to put out flames as blaze takes hold

The video shows a man trying to extinguish the flames while music can be heard playing in the background and some people film the fire on their phones.

Young Italian golfer feared dead and 100 in critical condition - what we know so far

Authorities say 40 people died in the blaze in the resort of Crans-Montana.

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Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani

Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory?

4 hrs agoUS & Canada

Jessie Buckley 'overwhelmed' to be starring in Oscar-tipped Hamnet

"She was what I understand a woman to be", says Buckley on playing Shakespeare's wife and the mother of their son Hamnet.

5 hrs agoUS & Canada

US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports

The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.

15 hrs agoUS & Canada

The great debate about whether the UK should use magic mushrooms to treat mental health

Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results

13 hrs agoBBC InDepth

Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return

Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break.

5 hrs agoHealth

Why everything from your phone to your PC may get pricier in 2026

The price of Ram - once one of the cheapest computer parts - has more than doubled since October 2025.

1 day agoTechnology

From X-Men to Doctor Who - archive pictures show Scottish stars before they were famous

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland has unearthed images of Scotland's most famous acting talent in their student days.

19 hrs agoGlasgow & West Scotland

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'You're invisible, you don't exist' - life without a birth certificate

Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.

1 day agoAfrica

Dozens missing after boat carrying 200 migrants sinks off Gambia

It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.

17 hrs agoWorld

Watch: Residents kayak and wade through flood waters in California Bay Area

The region is preparing for up 2.5ft (.76m) of coastal flooding over the weekend due to rain and increased king tides this time of year.

5 hrs agoUS & Canada

Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 27 people in New Year attack in occupied Kherson region

Ukraine says it only conducts strikes against military targets and adheres to international law.

16 hrs agoEurope

Trump says he takes higher daily dose of aspirin than doctors recommend

In an interview about his health, the US president says: "I don't want thick blood pouring through my heart".

19 hrs agoUS & Canada

Venezuela open to US talks on drug trafficking, Maduro says

In an interview with state TV, the Venezuelan president also evaded a question about an attack in his country claimed by the US.

21 hrs agoWorld

'Somewhere to put worker bees': Why Canada's micro-condos are losing their appeal

The condo market in Canada's biggest cities is undergoing a historic crash, with smaller units losing their value faster than any others.

5 hrs agoUS & Canada

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'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news

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Woman felt 'dehumanised' after Musk's Grok AI used to digitally remove her clothes

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Sparklers on champagne bottles likely cause of deadly Swiss bar fire

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GP faked appointments to fit in school pick-up

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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protesters

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Sport

Littler to face Van Veen in PDC Worlds final

Luke Littler and Gian van Veen win their respective PDC World Championship semi-finals and will meet in Saturday's final.

5 hrs agoDarts

Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two

The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members on Monday.

12 hrs agoAfrica

Bradley didn't take chance to curb 'horrific' Ryder Cup abuse - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says that US captain Keegan Bradley "didn't" help to rein in unacceptable and abusive behaviour at last year's Ryder Cup.

9 hrs agoGolf

Paul loses WBA cruiserweight ranking after Joshua defeat

Jake Paul drops out of the WBA's cruiserweight rankings after losing his heavyweight bout against Anthony Joshua last month.

11 hrs agoBoxing

'Good idea' or taking 'massive chance' - is Rosenior ready for Chelsea?

Liam Rosenior is the leading candidate to become the Chelsea manager. BBC Sport looks at the reasons why.

15 hrs agoChelsea

Johnson 'excited to join Palace journey' after £35m move

Brennan Johnson is set to be included in Crystal Palace's squad to face Newcastle on Sunday after his club-record £35m move from Tottenham was finalised on Friday.

13 hrs agoPremier League

Salah goals & Hakimi return - six things from Afcon 2025's group stage

BBC Sport Africa takes a look back at some of the key talking points from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage.

11 hrs agoAfrica Sport