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United Kingdom

Coroner blasts Pret A Manger's allergen labelling after girl dies

Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, 15, died from a allergic reaction after eating a baguette bought in Pret A Manger.

Germany

Man dies in Hambach Forest after fall from treehouse bridge

Authorities have suspended the eviction of protesters from the threatened woodland following the death of the man, who is believed to be a journalist.

World News

Cancer will kill 9.6 million people globally in 2018: report

An estimated 9.6 million people will die from cancer worldwide in 2018, according to the latest figures from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

World News

Dolores O'Riordan's death deemed a ‘tragic accident’

The official cause of death was ruled drowning due to an excessive alcohol consumption.

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USA

John McCain honoured in Washington

Leading politicians are gathering in the US Capitol on Friday to commemorate the late senator.

Egypt

Mystery behind the death of British tourists in Egypt persists

After the unexplained death of two guests in a hotel in Hurghada, Egypt, the daughter of the deceased couple has rejected official claims that they died of natural causes.

India

Indian PM pledges aid as rain lets up in Kerala

The Indian Meteorological office says in some places the floods have begun to recede. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, visited the state yesterday, announcing a 60 million euro aid package for the region.

Italy

Autostrade pledges to build a new bridge

The Italian toll-road operator will use funds it's set aside for a disaster recovery mounting to around €500 million. The funds will also help bereaved families and people who had to leave their homes close to the bridge

Switzerland

Tributes pour in for Kofi Annan

Tributes are being paid to former UN chief Kofi Annan who died on Saturday after a short illness with the current UN Secretary-General describing him as a guiding force for good and a true inspiration.

Switzerland

Failed conflicts threaten to overshadow Annan’s legacy

Kofi Annan, the former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who died on Saturday, will be remembered as a dedicated humanitarian whose career was tarnished by ugly conflicts that spun out of control.

World News

What happens to your Facebook account after you die?

Do you know what happens to social media accounts after people die?

World News

Aretha Franklin tributes: 'A blow for everyone who loves real music'

American songstress Aretha Franklin has died aged 76. Celebrities the world over are paying their respect to the "Queen of Soul".

Indonesia

Officials say quake death toll could rise further

Almost 400 people are known to have died in an earthquake on the Indonesian island of Lombok last Sunday and officials say the number of victims is still rising

World News

Largest wildfire in California history

A wildfire burning through Northern California became the state’s largest on record on Monday, scorching more than 283,000 acres, officials said.

Afghanistan

Taliban kill three Czech Nato forces in Afghanistan

A suicide bomber killed three NATO service members on a foot patrol in eastern Afghanistan on Sunday, officials said, and Taliban militants claimed responsibility.

Canada

Gaga and Marc Quinn muse Zombie Boy dies

Rick Genest, a Canadian fashion model, artist and actor famed for his heavily-tattooed body, has died, six days before his 33rd birthday.

Spain

Watch: Spanish town hosts annual Festival of Near-Death Experiences

A small Spanish village known as Santa Marta de Ribarteme near the border with Portugal hosted its annual Festival of Near-Death Experiences on Sunday.

Greece

'Serious indications' wildfires were caused by arson in Greece

Some residents had built houses illegally between wooded areas which effectively blocked off escape routes

Greece

Who are the victims of Greece’s wildfires?

A local chef, an Irish honeymooner and a newly-retired Belgian tourist are among the victims of Greece’s deadly wildfires.

Netherlands

Viagra trial for pregnant Dutch women shut down after 11 babies die

The trial was immediately shut down when early results showed that sildenafil “may be detrimental to the baby after birth" as 11 died from lung conditions.