Tragic Sea Incident Leaves Two Dead and Two Missing; Anthony Joshua’s Driver Charged; Swiss Bar Fire Caused by Sparklers on Champagne Bottles; Snow and Ice Blanket Large Parts of UK as Weather Warnings are Issued; Saudi Arabia Seeks Yemeni Dialogue Amidst Growing Clashes; Zelensky Appoints New Spy Chief amid Corruption Scandal
Two Dead, Search Continues for Two Missing After Sea Tragedy in Yorkshire
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake killed two people and sparked a major search effort off the coast of Yorkshire after two others were rescued from the sea.
- Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in Mexico — BBC News
- Two people die after being pulled from the sea off Yorkshire coast with one still missing — Sky News
- Two dead after being pulled from sea as search continues — Sky News
- Two dead after being pulled from sea with search to continue — Sky News
Anthony Joshua’s Driver Charged in Deadly Nigeria Crash That Killed Two Friends
A driver of Anthony Joshua has been charged over a fatal crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his friends. The incident, which occurred recently, resulted in multiple charges against the driver following the tragic accident.
- Anthony Joshua’s driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two — BBC News
- Anthony Joshua’s driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two of his friends — Sky News
- Anthony Joshua’s driver charged over deadly Nigeria crash — Sky News
Trump’s Iran Warning and Foreign Minister’s Rejection: ‘Reckless’ Response
US President Donald Trump warned of potential intervention in Iran protests, but Iran threatened retaliation. Iran’s foreign minister dismissed Trump’s warning as ‘reckless.’
- Trump warning over Iran protests ‘reckless’ says foreign minister — BBC News
- Trump promise to intervene over Iran protests ‘reckless’ says foreign minister — BBC News
- Iran threatens Trump after ‘locked and loaded’ warning — Sky News
Swiss Bar Fire Likely Started by Sparklers on Champagne Bottles
An investigation into the Swiss bar fire that quickly spread has identified sparklers used on champagne bottles as the likely ignition source. The blaze’s rapid progression is attributed to these small, concentrated sparks.
- What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly — BBC News
- Swiss bar fire likely started by sparklers on champagne bottles — BBC News
- Likely cause of Swiss resort fire identified – as teen educated in UK named among missing — Sky News
Snow and Ice Blanket Large Parts of UK, Weather Warnings Issued
Weather warnings have been issued across parts of the UK as snow and ice blanket large areas. The severe weather conditions prompted extended alerts due to the significant impact on transportation and safety.
- Weather warnings in place as snow and ice blanket parts of UK — BBC News
- Weather warnings extended as snow and ice blanket parts of UK — BBC News
Saudi Arabia Seeks Yemeni Dialogue Amidst Growing Clashes
The BBC reports Saudi Arabia calling for Yemeni factions to participate in a dialogue in Riyadh, following confrontations involving Saudi- and UAE-backed forces in the ongoing Yemen conflict.
- Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend ‘dialogue’ in Riyadh — BBC News
- Yemen clashes bring Saudi- and UAE-backed forces into confrontation — BBC News
Zelensky Appoints New Spy Chief Amid Corruption Scandal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has named a new chief for the presidential office amid ongoing corruption allegations, replacing the previous spy chief who was implicated in scandal. The move comes as part of efforts to address internal governance issues and restore trust.
- Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office after corruption row — BBC News
- Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office — BBC News
Next Considers Acquiring Struggling Fashion Brand LK Bennett at a Discount
Retail giant Next is reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring the struggling British fashion brand LK Bennett at a reduced price, aiming to bolster its own collection and expand its market presence.
TGI Fridays Faces Hundreds of Job Losses Amid Insolvency
Sky News reports that hundreds of positions will be eliminated as TGI Fridays enters insolvency, affecting employees nationwide.
Brad Pitt-backed Film About Hind Rajab’s Death to Premiere in UK
A film about the death of child activist Hind Rajab, backed by actor Brad Pitt, is set for release in the United Kingdom.
Deadly nightclub infernos caused by indoor fireworks: Hundreds have died
Sky News reports that hundreds of lives have been lost in nightclub blazes ignited by indoor fireworks, highlighting the ongoing danger and controversy surrounding their use.