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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A burning firework thrown into a car interior in Vilnius

In Vilnius, a firework was thrown into a car after breaking a window, causing damage worth about 2,000 euros.

Feb 25 • 06:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Home Bargains £10 'firework' lights add 'magical glow' at night to any garden

Home Bargains is offering solar-powered outdoor lights shaped like fireworks that enhance garden aesthetics at an affordable price.

Feb 24 • 10:36 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Ptolemaida: Firework exploded in the hands of a 17-year-old, risks amputation

A serious accident involving a firework occurred in Ptolemaida, Greece, resulting in severe injuries and the potential amputation of a 17-year-old's fingers.

Feb 22 • 06:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

China: Five children among 12 dead after explosion in firework shop

Twelve people, including five children, died in an explosion and fire at a firework shop in Hubei province, China, during the Lunar New Year celebrations.

Feb 19 • 06:01 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
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

12 killed in China’s second deadly Lunar New Year firework explosion

A firework explosion at a shop in Hubei, China, killed 12 people, with authorities investigating the incident following a similar explosion in Jiangsu that resulted in 8 deaths.

Feb 18 • 12:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A minor was injured by a firework explosion in Vilnius

A minor suffered injuries due to a firework explosion in Vilnius and received outpatient medical treatment.

Feb 17 • 06:10 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Eight dead in firework explosion in China

Eight people died and two were injured in a firework explosion in Donghai County, Jiangsu province, China.

Feb 16 • 05:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Simultaneous firework display in different areas of Manaus scares residents; VIDEO

A simultaneous firework display in various parts of Manaus startled residents on Tuesday night, just a year after a deadly incident related to a gang celebration.

Feb 11 • 00:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Dog burns to death after boys throw firework in cage as parents say it's 'just a dog'

A pet dog tragically died after two boys allegedly threw a firework into its cage, causing a fire that led to its death, while the boys' parents reportedly dismissed the incident as insignificant.

Feb 7 • 15:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The country's highest peak 'Omagari Fireworks' will come to Kansai at the Himeji Sea Fireworks Festival

The prestigious 'Omagari Fireworks' from Akita is set to be showcased at the Himeji Seaport Festival on September 20, marking the first time these renowned firework artisans will perform at a permanent event in the Kansai region.

Feb 5 • 08:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Firecracker thrown at goalkeeper: Fan loses several fingers and is arrested

During a Serie A match involving Inter Milan, a firework exploded next to the visiting team's goalkeeper, resulting in the fan who threw it losing several fingers and being arrested upon his release from the hospital.

Feb 2 • 12:22 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

Scandal in Italy - Fans Throw Firecracker at Goalkeeper

During an away match, Inter Milan fans threw a firework at goalkeeper Emil Audero, previously of Inter, prompting consequences for the attacker.

Feb 2 • 08:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A spark causes a minor fire in a restaurant in Madrid ten days after the Swiss tragedy

A spark from a firework in a trendy Madrid restaurant sparked a minor fire, which was quickly extinguished by staff, just days after another tragic fire incident in Switzerland.

Jan 14 • 07:32 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Weather - Marousakis: 'Polar Firework' with 75% chance of snow in Attica

A new wave of severe weather, described as a 'polar firework,' is expected to bring snow to Attica with a 75% probability, as indicated by meteorologist Klearchos Marousakis.

Jan 10 • 13:04 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sparkling-firework candles: the decree that will ban them in Italy at the next Council of Ministers

The Italian government is preparing a decree to prohibit sparkling-firework candles in indoor public venues to minimize risks, following past tragedies, which could be presented in the upcoming Council of Ministers meeting.

Jan 10 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Crans-Montana, the simulation of the massacre: 'They had only 140 seconds to save themselves'

A simulation highlights the critical danger faced by patrons at Le Constellation bar during a fire triggered by firework sparks, where they had less than 140 seconds to escape.

Jan 8 • 11:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Fireworks on New Year's Eve: Dozens of pets escape due to stress from fireworks

In Hesse, more than three times the usual number of dogs escaped from their owners due to stress and fear caused by New Year's Eve fireworks, prompting animal welfare organization Tasso to advocate for a firework-free celebration.

Jan 6 • 06:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Accident with firework rocket: Teen severely injured in the eye

A teenager in Munich sustained severe facial injuries while handling a firework three days after New Year's Eve, and despite immediate surgery, permanent vision impairment was reported.

Jan 5 • 11:42 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Student amputated by firework - Risks losing his vision

A 9-year-old student was seriously injured when a firework exploded in his hand during New Year's celebrations in Amaksades, municipality of Iasmos, Rodopi.

Jan 2 • 18:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Student in Xanthi amputated by firework that exploded in his hand: He is at risk of losing his eyesight

A student in Xanthi suffered an amputation after a firework exploded in his hand on New Year's Eve, and he may also lose his eyesight.

Jan 2 • 17:33 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Controversial New Year Fireworks: Millions of Signatures for Firework Ban

Pressure is mounting on politicians as over three million people have signed a petition calling for a nationwide ban on fireworks for New Year's Eve in Germany.

Jan 2 • 14:24 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

"Dramatic Case": Severely Injured Child in Berlin - Illegal Ball Bomb?

In Berlin, doctors are treating numerous firework victims, including several children, with one case involving a twelve-year-old boy severely injured by a suspected ball bomb found on a sports ground.

Jan 2 • 11:50 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

FRAKTUR: Because not even Alice Weidel gets a 'Patriot'

The article discusses various political themes including a firework ban, threats from Putin, and references to Trump, while touching on the experiences of people in Gelsenkirchen.

Jan 2 • 11:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

"Dramatic Case": Severely Injured Child in Berlin – Illegal Ball Bomb?

Doctors in Berlin are treating numerous firework victims, including several children who have lost fingers and hands, with one case suspected to involve an illegal ball bomb.

Jan 2 • 10:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Hamburg CDU demands expansion of firecracker ban zones to hotspot districts

The Hamburg CDU calls for a strategic reorientation of firework bans following a police report of ten officers injured during New Year's Eve incidents in several districts.

Jan 2 • 09:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Rocket exploded in an 11-year-old's hand, both minors and parents reported

A firework explosion injured an 11-year-old boy during New Year's celebrations, leading to multiple police reports against minors and their parents for illegal fireworks use.

Jan 1 • 13:54 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

On New Year's Eve: Church in Amsterdam goes up in flames

On the last New Year's Eve before the firework ban, Amsterdam experienced a chaotic night with violence and incidents, including the burning of a church tower.

Jan 1 • 07:55 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

New Year's Fireworks, 24-year-old rescued twice: first loses three fingers, then injuries to the face and eye

A 24-year-old man from Rome was injured twice due to fireworks celebrations in Naples, losing three fingers in one incident and later sustaining injuries to his face and eye after igniting another firework.

Jan 1 • 07:20 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

Numerous Reports of Firework Accidents

On New Year's Eve, police in the capital region dealt with multiple incidents related to fireworks, loud parties, intoxicated individuals, and fires in vegetation or buildings, along with disturbances in downtown Reykjavik.

Jan 1 • 06:51 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Police seal off Leipzig district - demolition tanks arrive in Frankfurt - 14-year-old loses hand

In Germany, violence erupted in major cities with over 300 arrests related to illegal firework use, and a 14-year-old lost a hand amid the chaos.

Jan 1 • 04:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Arrests in Frankfurt: Fireworks Shot into Crowd

During New Year's Eve celebrations in Frankfurt, several arrests were made as fireworks were fired into a crowd, despite a general compliance with firework bans in most areas.

Jan 1 • 03:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Key firework rules in 2026 Brits must follow or risk 'on-the-spot' £90 fine

In 2026, Britons must adhere to specific firework regulations or face an immediate £90 fine, particularly regarding the times and locations of use as outlined in the Fireworks Regulation 2004.

Jan 1 • 01:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New Year's Eve London fireworks spectacular rings in 2025 despite controversy

A dazzling firework display over the River Thames welcomed in 2026, although it was marred by controversy over the closure of a popular viewing park.

Jan 1 • 00:07 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Year's Eve in Germany: More than a hundred arrests due to dangerous fireworks

On New Year's Eve in Berlin, over 100 people were temporarily arrested by police for misuse of fireworks, including the discovery of a makeshift launching system for firework batteries.

Dec 31 • 22:39 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Rockets are fired horizontally in Berlin – Attack on police car – numerous arrests

Numerous arrests were made in Berlin for illegal firework usage, including an attack on a police vehicle in Schöneberg.

Dec 31 • 21:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

New Year's Eve LIVE: London prepares firework display as global events cancelled

As New Year's Eve approaches, London is gearing up for its firework display, while numerous global events have been cancelled amid safety concerns.

Dec 31 • 08:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

New Year: why is it so easy to obtain 'firework mortars', used against the police?

The majority of pyrotechnic devices used against law enforcement are common products like Roman candles, which are sold commercially despite temporary restrictions on their use.

Dec 30 • 17:54 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
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

2.7 million people sign petition for firework ban

Approximately 2.7 million individuals have signed a petition advocating for a nationwide firework ban on New Year's Eve, supported by the Police Union, despite rejection from the federal government and calls for regional regulations from several states.

Dec 30 • 15:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

New Year's Eve: Firework Ban Now?

The article discusses the appropriateness of a firework ban in light of the festive atmosphere needed to celebrate the end of 2025 amid challenging times.

Dec 30 • 14:01 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Damage from New Year's Fireworks: End of Private Firework Displays

The Netherlands will ban uncontrolled individual fireworks in 2026, a move Germany should consider following to prevent injuries and environmental damage.

Dec 29 • 19:45 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"The Problem Is Not the Fireworks, But Rather the Firework Buffoons"

Despite surveys showing that three-quarters of Germans want to forgo private fireworks, there is a record demand reported by retailers, as WELT reporter Gerrit Schröder covers the surge in Bremerhaven.

Dec 29 • 06:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Animal Friends: Firework Days Legalize Terror Against People and Animals

In Croatia, the controversial 'firework days' begin today, allowing fireworks to be shot off both day and night, despite local animal rights advocates warning that such leniency legitimizes terror against citizens, children, and animals.

Dec 27 • 10:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Fireworks ban as "insight of a mature society" – Doctors' president appeals to the Interior Minister

The president of the German Medical Association, Klaus Reinhardt, is appealing to the interior ministers of the federal and state governments to ban fireworks over New Year's Eve, citing overcrowded emergency rooms and significant additional costs caused by firework accidents.

Dec 26 • 23:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Medical Association President Urgently Calls for New Year's Eve Firework Ban

Germany's medical association president urges interior ministers to ban fireworks on New Year's Eve to protect the public from severe injuries.

Dec 26 • 23:00 UTC
🇸🇰 SME
Life & Tech

In the Brain, There’s an Indian Highway or an Exploding Firework. How Women Live with ADHD

The article discusses the challenges faced by women with ADHD, often diagnosed later in life when they can no longer manage the demands of motherhood, work, and relationships, leading to severe emotional consequences.

Nov 18 • 16:08 UTC

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