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Couple found dead in campervan died from poisoning

A husband and wife discovered dead in their van after a cider festival were poisoned by carbon monoxide from a gas heater, an inquest hears. Their four children are now being cared for by relatives.

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.

Man dies after New Year's Day swim in Brighton

A 51-year-old man from Kettering has died after getting into difficulty in the sea at Brighton beach on New Year's Day. Coastguard and RNLI teams were unable to save him. Read the full report.

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.

Teen Golfer First Victim of Swiss New Year's Fire

Emanuele Galeppini, a 17-year-old golfer hailed as a 'promising young talent', has been identified as the first victim of the Swiss nightclub fire that killed at least 47 people. Our thoughts are with his family.

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.

40 dead in Swiss ski bar New Year's fire tragedy

At least 40 young people died and 115 were injured in a horrific fire at a basement bar in Crans-Montana. The blaze, sparked by a candle, caused a deadly crush. Read the full investigation.

Swiss Ski Resort Bar Fire Kills 40 on New Year's Day

A sudden fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana turned New Year celebrations into tragedy. At least 40 people died and 115 were injured in the blaze. Read the full report on the investigation and community response.

40 killed in Swiss New Year's Eve bar fire

Switzerland declares five days of mourning after a devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana kills 40 and injures 115. The tragedy unfolded during a New Year's Eve party.

40 dead in Swiss ski bar New Year's fire tragedy

At least 40 young people died and 115 were injured in a catastrophic fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana. Investigators probe the cause of the 'flashover' blaze. Read the latest updates.

Flowers left at scene of Swiss resort fire

Heartbreaking scenes as mourners leave flowers at a Swiss ski resort following a devastating New Year's Day fire. Watch the video and see the community's response.

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