Green News EU aims to curb plastic pollution with new rules targeting nightmare spills of tiny pellets
Green News EU aims to curb plastic pollution with new rules targeting nightmare spills of tiny pellets
Thailand At least nine killed in blast at fireworks factory in central Thailand Thai police said the explosion took place in a building used to produce fireworks, but it was not clear if it was licensed to do so. 30/07/2025
No Comment Explosion at California fireworks site sets off massive fire An explosion at a fireworks warehouse in northern California on Tuesday night sparked multiple fires and forced evacuations across rural communities near Sacramento, officials said. 02/07/2025
No Comment Fallas 2025: Valencia’s fireworks defy the rain Despite heavy rain, Valencia's 'La Nit del Foc' wowed spectators with 1,405 kilos of fireworks, highlighting the city's famed Fallas festival and its rich traditions. 19/03/2025
Europe News German officials call for illegal fireworks ban after five deaths Germany's boisterous New Year's Eve celebrations saw five people killed across Germany and 400 arrested in Berlin alone, with officials questioning how they can reign in the chaos. 03/01/2025
No Comment Copacabana Beach lights up as millions celebrate New Year in Rio Rio de Janeiro threw Brazil’s main New Year’s Eve bash on Copacabana Beach, with barges shooting off 12 minutes of fireworks. 01/01/2025
World News Asia-Pacific countries begin welcoming 2025 with celebrations Australia and New Zealand were among the first countries to ring in the New Year. 31/12/2024
World News New Year's Eve: Watch live as Hong Kong welcomes 2025 Sydney and Tokyo have launched spectacular firework displays to bring in the new year. 31/12/2024
No Comment The Netherlands celebrates NYE a day early due to bad weather With strong winds expected on New Year's Eve, the Dutch brought the celebrations forward by one day. 31/12/2024
No Comment Waiting for hours to get the best seats for Sydney's fireworks display On Tuesday, 31 December, thousands of people gathered in Sydney, Australia, to watch the city's famous fireworks as it welcomes the New Year. 31/12/2024
No Comment Eco-friendly fireworks light up sky for New Year celebrations in China The Chinese city of Liuyang, known as the "Hometown of Fireworks," hosted a special edition of its Saturday night fireworks display on 28 December to celebrate the New Year. 31/12/2024
Destinations Fireworks and satire: Reykjavík’s unforgettable New Year’s Eve Every year, Icelanders purchase more than 500 tonnes of fireworks that pay for Search and Rescue. 04/12/2024
Culture news Ticketmaster and Oasis go up in smoke at UK Bonfire Night celebrations What do Liam and Noel Gallagher have to do with a failed royal murder? The Gunpowder Plot may have failed, but the Oasis brothers certainly got “fired up” (in a way, at least) this past weekend. 04/11/2024
Destinations Why Edinburgh’s New Year party should be on your travel bucket list Edinburgh’s Street Party is now considered a ‘bucket list’ New Year celebration. 01/11/2024
Hungary Budapest celebrates Saint Stephen's Day with famous fireworks Rains delayed the start of Hungary's Saint Stephen's Day fireworks celebrations, which glittered over the Danube River and were watched by hundreds of thousands of onlookers. 21/08/2024
Culture news The many ways Spain celebrates Midsummer Eve Midsummer's Eve is celebrated in many ways in Spain. But did you know that it is a celebration that dates back to ancient, pagan traditions? 23/06/2024
Europe News Thirteen in court after yacht's fireworks spark Greek island blaze The crew appeared in court in Piraeus on Sunday after allegedly launching fireworks from their luxury yacht on the island of Hydra. 23/06/2024
France French authorities ban fireworks sales ahead of Bastille Day The ban won't be lifted until Saturday 15 July and follows almost a week of nationwide riots sparked by the police shooting of a 17-year-old in Paris 10/07/2023
Europe News Czechs tussle with 'nanny state' and defy New Year's Eve firework ban The Czech Republic was ranked as having the second-least restrictive regulations in Europe by the latest Nanny State Index. 03/01/2023
World News Ticker tape and fireworks bring in the new year around the world 2023 has begun with celebrations across the globe 01/01/2023
Denmark Silent fireworks create New Year's displays even a dog could love Dogs in Denmark might get a small respite this New Year’s weekend, as the sale of silent fireworks jumped last year. 30/12/2022