Accident

Democratic Republic Of Congo

At least 193 people killed in two separate boat accidents in DR Congo

Boat accidents have become increasingly more frequent in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as many people opt for this more affordable mode of transportation. These wooden vessels are frequently overloaded and often not equipped with life jackets.

13/09/2025

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Lisbon funicular wreckage removed after deadly crash

Workers dismantled and removed the wreckage of Lisbon’s Elevador da Glória funicular in the early hours of Friday, a day after the accident that killed 16 people.

05/09/2025

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Investigators examine Lisbon funicular wreckage following deadly crash

Investigations continued on Thursday morning at the site of Lisbon’s funicular crash, where officials confirmed the death toll had risen to 16 and dozens injured.

04/09/2025

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Lisbon funiculars suspended after accident kills 17 people

Authorities in the Portuguese capital have launched an investigation into the fatal incident, which happened on Wednesday evening during rush hour.

04/09/2025

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At least 15 people killed after Lisbon’s funicular railway derails

At least 15 people were killed and 18 injured when Lisbon’s historic Gloria funicular derailed in the city’s worst recent accident.

03/09/2025

Austria

Man survives after clinging to Austrian train after cigarette break

The incident occurred in St Pölten, west of Vienna, and prompted an emergency stop after the man banged on carriage windows to alert passengers and crew.

11/08/2025

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German regional train derails, killing at least three people

A train derailment in southern Germany killed at least three people and injured others. The cause is under investigation, with weather possibly a factor.

27/07/2025

World News

37 dead and several missing after ship capsizes in Vietnam

A boat full of tourists capsized during a storm in one of the country's most iconic tourist destinations, leaving at least 37 dead and five missing. Rescue efforts continue as a new tropical storm approaches.

19/07/2025

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WATCH: Fire destroys main stage at Belgium’s Tomorrowland festival

A major fire broke out on Wednesday at the Tomorrowland festival site in Boom, Belgium, just days before its official opening. Footage shared online shows towering flames engulfing the iconic stage.

17/07/2025

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Aerial footage shows aftermath of plane crash at Southend Airport

At least four people have been killed after a small plane crashed shortly after take-off at London Southend Airport on Sunday.

14/07/2025

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Family mourns Portugal's Diogo Jota and brother ahead of funeral

Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota died two weeks after he married his long-time partner, Rute Cardoso. He was returning from vacation following a long season in which he helped Liverpool win the Premier League title.

04/07/2025

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Rome petrol station explosion injures 25, damages buildings and cars

An explosion at a petrol station in Rome's southeast injured at least 25 people on Friday. The incident was caused by a technical fault during refuelling.

04/07/2025

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Portugal and Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

The 28-year-old Portuguese footballer died following a road accident in the Spanish region of Zamora, the national football association confirmed on Thursday.

03/07/2025

Travel News

Passengers face disruption as Air India inspects aircraft after crash

Air India is grappling with major flight disruptions after a fatal crash triggered intensified safety inspections on its Boeing 787 fleet.

19/06/2025

Turkey

Hot air balloon accidents in Turkey: 1 dead, 31 injured

The pilot of one of the balloons lost his life, 31 tourists were injured.

15/06/2025

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Mexican navy sailing ship hits New York's Brooklyn Bridge

The vessel had 277 people aboard, 22 of them were injured, of whom 19 needed medical treatment.

18/05/2025

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Chemical spill in Brazil park dyes geese, kills fish

A lorry carrying litres of dye crashed into a lamppost in Jundiaí, Sao Paulo, on Tuesday, spilling chemicals into a nearby stream and affecting local wildlife.

16/05/2025

Europe News

One dead and seven injured in apparent car accident in Stuttgart

A vehicle hit pedestrians at a subway stop in Stuttgart, killing one and injuring several. The driver was apprehended, but police suspect a tragic accident, not an attack.

02/05/2025

Art

Child damages Mark Rothko painting estimated at €50m in Dutch museum

A painting by American artist Mark Rothko, valued at up to €50 million, has been damaged by a child at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam.

29/04/2025

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Watch: Rescue of survivors from Italian cable car crash

Four people have died and one has been critically injured after a cable car accident on Mount Faito, between Sorrento and Naples in Italy.

18/04/2025