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🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Men sentenced for throwing firecrackers at away fans at Brøndby Stadium

Two men have been sentenced to prison for endangering others by throwing firecrackers at away fans during a football match at Brøndby Stadium in March 2025.

Feb 24 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Freising City Center: Drunk Man with Toy Gun and Firecrackers on the Loose

A police operation was initiated in the city center of Freising after reports of a man with a firearm, which turned out to be a toy gun, and firecrackers.

Feb 23 • 16:15 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Twelve people died in a firework accident in China

Twelve people died when a shop selling firecrackers exploded and caught fire in Hubei province, China.

Feb 18 • 12:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Laboring Innocents on a Pile of Gunpowder, Watch the Video of the Bhiwadi Factory

A video surfaced showing children and women laboring in an illegal firecracker factory in the Bhiwadi industrial area that was sealed by authorities following a crackdown.

Feb 18 • 12:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Explosion at Fireworks Store in Hubei, China, Leaves 12 Dead; Selling Firecrackers for Lunar New Year

An explosion in a fireworks shop in Xiangyang city, Hubei province, China, has resulted in 12 fatalities as the country prepares to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Feb 18 • 11:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Not Steel Fabrication, Instead... The Operator is Seen Making Children Work in the Video

A shocking truth has emerged following a devastating explosion in Bhivadi, Rajasthan, where illegal firecracker production was taking place under the guise of a steel fabrication unit.

Feb 18 • 10:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Father Tried to Stop Teenagers Who Were Setting Off Firecrackers - Now He Is Convicted

A father who intervened to stop teenagers from causing a disturbance with firecrackers has been convicted of assault in a local court.

Feb 17 • 09:58 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Chinese New Year Celebrations with 'Loud Noises' Despite Regulations

Residents in the suburbs of Shanghai celebrated the Lunar New Year with fireworks and firecrackers, defying local regulations prohibiting such activities due to safety and pollution concerns.

Feb 17 • 02:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

English Punch, Firecrackers, Balaclavas, and Drugs: See What the Police Found with Fans Detained for Entering into Confrontation in Ceará

Police in Ceará detained approximately 350 individuals amid violent confrontations between football fans prior to a local championship match.

Feb 9 • 17:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Chaos in Milan a day after the Winter Olympics opening: Firecrackers, water cannons, and thousands of angry protesters

Thousands protested in Milan against the Winter Olympics, clashing with police a day after the opening ceremony.

Feb 7 • 20:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Incidents in Milan near the Olympic Village: Firecrackers and tear gas between police and protesters, see video

Protests erupted in Milan against the Winter Olympics, with approximately 5,000 demonstrators clashing with police near the Olympic Village.

Feb 7 • 19:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Firecrackers on the Tracks, Slogan for Hannoun, and a Ladder to 'Attack' the Olympics

Anti-Olympics protesters in Milan staged a national demonstration against the Games, promoting their cause with various slogans and actions.

Feb 7 • 16:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Inter, ambitions and fears between the Scudetto and firecrackers

Inter is balancing their satisfaction from a strong lead in the league with concerns about the potential consequences of recent incidents involving firecrackers on their fanbase, while preparing for an upcoming Coppa Italia quarterfinal against Torino.

Feb 3 • 06:49 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Taxi strike across Italy: tensions and firecrackers in Rome. Salvini: "I will meet them tomorrow"

A nationwide taxi strike in Italy, with significant participation reported, has led to tensions in Rome, where protesters have gathered outside the Parliament.

Jan 13 • 16:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Marousakis continues the meteorologists' feud over... firecrackers and flares: I face the sick situations with a smile

Meteorologist Marousakis persists in his public dispute with fellow meteorologist George Tsatrafyllias, addressing the ongoing issues with humor.

Jan 13 • 09:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Polšak Palatinuš: The Croatian Dream of a Girl with Firecrackers and Media Hypocrisy on 115 Square Meters

The article discusses Sandra Benčić's significant real estate purchase in the center of Zagreb, highlighting perceived media hypocrisy surrounding her success story.

Jan 13 • 06:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

After Firecrackers on New Year's Eve - TV Host Loses Vision in Left Eye

TV host Andrea Plewig lost her left eye due to injuries sustained from firecrackers on New Year's Eve, despite multiple surgeries.

Jan 11 • 13:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

At San Gerardo, three still hospitalized due to firecracker injuries from New Year's Eve

On New Year's night, the San Gerardo dei Tintori Hospital treated five patients for serious injuries caused by firecrackers and improper use of blank-firing guns, with three patients suffering particularly severe injuries.

Jan 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

While checking his identity, a minor voluntarily handed over 50 firecrackers to the police

Zagreb police reported a minor who was found in possession of fireworks he was not allowed to have during a patrol aimed at preventing misuse of pyrotechnics.

Jan 8 • 07:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Sad End of the Search: Dog from Bjelovar Escaped Due to Firecrackers, Found Dead

The search for a one-year-old dog named Boom, who ran away during New Year's celebrations, ended tragically with its lifeless body found along the railway in Stari Plavnica.

Jan 2 • 15:51 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

In fear of firecrackers, Maša ran four kilometers and found refuge in a Zagreb hotel

On New Year's Eve, many dogs, including Maša, fled in fear of firecrackers and found shelter in the Sheraton hotel in Zagreb, as described by her anxious owners.

Jan 2 • 09:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

A man punched a woman in the head on the street in Bjelovar after she complained about firecrackers

On New Year's Eve, a 56-year-old woman was punched in the head by an unknown man in Bjelovar after she criticized him for using firecrackers.

Jan 1 • 18:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Dog Homer is this year's victim of firecrackers, his little heart stopped due to the gunfire

Dog Homer tragically died from a heart attack caused by fear from fireworks and gunfire during New Year's celebrations in Đakovo.

Jan 1 • 18:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Woman rebuked a man for firecrackers, he attacked her and punched her in the head

On New Year's Eve, a woman in Bjelovar was physically assaulted by a man after she criticized him for throwing firecrackers.

Jan 1 • 17:57 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Police Shoot Man with Crossbow - Youth Caught with 528 Firecrackers

Police in Germany respond to incidents of violence and threats during New Year's celebrations, including a man with a crossbow threatening officers and a youth possessing a large quantity of firecrackers.

Jan 1 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Teenagers caught with 528 firecrackers – Senior woman dies after explosion

A senior woman has died following an explosion caused by a firework, as police confront violence from youths armed with a large number of firecrackers in German cities.

Jan 1 • 12:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Another child injured due to firecrackers

A 10-year-old boy was injured in Varaždin County while using pyrotechnic materials when one activated before he could move away, resulting in second-degree burns.

Jan 1 • 11:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Five Injured in Dachau: Celebrants Attacked with Firecrackers, Fists, and Pepper Spray

A New Year's celebration in Dachau turned violent when a group was attacked by young men using fireworks, fists, and pepper spray, resulting in injuries.

Jan 1 • 11:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The New Year of Askatasuna: firecrackers and bombs against the Carabinieri

During the Askatasuna Street Parade, tensions escalated when demonstrators threw firecrackers and bombs towards the police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons.

Jan 1 • 11:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Fire of the Christmas tree in Castle Square. It's the fault of the fireworks

A Christmas tree caught fire in Castle Square, Warsaw, which police believe was caused by fireworks and firecrackers; fortunately, no one was injured.

Jan 1 • 09:58 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Bottles on ambulances, firecrackers at eye level, and pickpocketing: the nightmare New Year at the Colosseum

New Year's Eve in Rome near the Colosseum turned chaotic as revelers faced dangers including pickpocketing and people throwing bottles and firecrackers.

Jan 1 • 08:52 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"People have no idea what they're handling"

In Bielefeld, two 18-year-olds died on New Year's Eve due to homemade firecrackers, prompting pyrotechnician Andreas Voigt to discuss the dangers of improvised explosive devices.

Jan 1 • 07:24 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Deaths from homemade firecrackers - Attacks on police - Hundreds of arrests

The New Year's Eve in Germany saw escalated violence, with over 300 preliminary arrests reported by the police in Berlin and injured officers receiving medical treatment.

Jan 1 • 06:12 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Deaths from homemade firecrackers - Attacks on police - Hundreds of arrests

During New Year's Eve celebrations, police in Germany reported over 300 preliminary arrests, with several officers injured and needing medical treatment due to escalating violence.

Jan 1 • 06:09 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Men who lose their hands ..." – Jette Nietzard causes a stir with new firecracker remark

Jette Nietzard, a former leader of the Green Youth, ignites controversy once again with a provocative tweet related to an ongoing debate regarding safety and firecrackers, referencing her previous controversial statements.

Jan 1 • 02:57 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Aggressive climate and attacks on police – more than 300 arrests in Berlin

Over 300 people were arrested in Berlin for illegal firecracker use, with incidents of police assaults and threats against journalists reported.

Jan 1 • 01:36 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The street festival of Askatasuna, the 'street parade' takes over a bit of Turin

The Askatasuna street parade in Turin featured revelers moving towards Campus Einaudi with music and smoke, while some participants directed firecrackers and whistles at the police without facing any immediate response.

Jan 1 • 00:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Aggressive Mood and Attacks on Police – More than 100 Arrests in Berlin

In Berlin, over 100 individuals have been arrested for illegal firecracker use amidst aggressive incidents involving police officers.

Dec 31 • 23:06 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

220,000 illegal firecrackers seized in Berlin - attack on patrol car in Schöneberg

Authorities in Berlin confiscated 220,000 illegal firecrackers and reported an attack on a patrol car in Schöneberg.

Dec 31 • 20:18 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

We Tried to Buy Banned Firecrackers. Here’s Where We Found Them

The article discusses the dangers and consequences of illegal firecracker use in Croatia, highlighting recent serious injuries to children due to improper handling of pyrotechnics.

Dec 31 • 11:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Firecracker Ban in the Netherlands – 112 Tons of Illegal Fireworks Seized

The Netherlands is set to impose a ban on private fireworks next year, with police, firefighters, and hospitals preparing for a particularly challenging New Year's Eve after the seizure of over 112 tons of illegal firecrackers.

Dec 31 • 09:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

New Year's Eve: Firecrackers with Care

This article discusses the need to consider the impact of fireworks on wildlife, particularly birds, during New Year's celebrations.

Dec 31 • 09:18 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

VIDEO/PHOTO Zagreb police found hundreds of prohibited firecrackers with minors. Check out that arsenal!

Zagreb police discovered a significant cache of illegal firecrackers with minors during heightened enforcement efforts to prevent the illegal sale and use of fireworks ahead of the holiday season.

Dec 31 • 08:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

VIDEO Zagreb Police Found Hundreds of Prohibited Firecrackers with Several Minors

Zagreb police discovered large quantities of prohibited pyrotechnics among multiple minors during operations in the city as part of the 'Peace and Good' initiative.

Dec 31 • 08:03 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Prevention Work Before New Year's Eve: How to Use Firecrackers

Street workers and firefighters are educating youth about the dangers of illegal firecrackers while also promoting mutual understanding.

Dec 31 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Illegal firecrackers and a bus to a Polish market: the German craze for pyrotechnics ignites on New Year's Eve

In Berlin, a growing enthusiasm for illegal firecrackers coincides with calls to ban them due to the annual injuries and fatalities they cause during New Year's celebrations.

Dec 31 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

From the 'grace' of a firecracker to the suffering of people with autism spectrum disorder and animals: "It is not necessary at all"

The article discusses the negative impact of firecrackers, especially during Christmas, on individuals with autism spectrum disorder and animals, highlighting the need for more consideration and respect for existing regulations.

Dec 30 • 20:21 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Restrictions on the Use of Fireworks Are Not Enough. Tourists are Traveling to the Cheb Area to Set Off Firecrackers, Locals Describe

Local residents report that tourists are coming to the Cheb area to set off firecrackers, despite restrictions on fireworks use.

Dec 30 • 20:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Year's Eve: 2.7 million people sign petition for firecracker ban

A petition initiated by the Police Union calling for a nationwide ban on firecrackers has garnered around 2.7 million signatures, highlighting concerns over public safety and criticism of the government.

Dec 30 • 18:08 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Firework Battery Ignited in Moving Bus, Firecrackers Thrown at Pedestrians, Fireworks on Horse Pasture

Before New Year's Eve, police across Germany respond to incidents involving dangerous use of fireworks, including a case where men ignited a firework battery in a moving bus.

Dec 30 • 16:01 UTC

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