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🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Tampa International Airport ‘bans’ pajamas. Also Crocs and fireworks

Tampa International Airport has humorously announced a 'ban' on pajamas and Crocs in a social media post that has attracted global attention.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project to prohibit noisy fireworks in SC proposes fines and product seizures; understand

The Brazilian Legislative Assembly of Santa Catarina has approved a bill to ban the sale and use of fireworks that produce loud noise, targeting the negative effects on vulnerable groups.

Feb 26 • 19:29 UTC
🇱🇹 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
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Fireworks Thrown into Škoda Showroom in Vilnius

A fireworks incident caused significant damage to a Škoda car in Vilnius, leading to a police investigation into the destruction of property.

Feb 25 • 06:51 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

One dead and one injured by the explosion at a fireworks factory in Álava

A fatal explosion at a fireworks factory in the town of Lantarón has resulted in one death and one serious injury.

Feb 23 • 12:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Cooking meth materials were right next to fireworks. After the explosion in a Brno house, a senior woman nearly died

A senior citizen narrowly escaped death due to an explosion caused by methamphetamine production materials stored near fireworks in a Brno apartment.

Feb 23 • 11:17 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
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Protesters throw Molotov cocktails and fireworks at government building

Thousands of demonstrators clashed with police in Tirana, Albania, demanding the ousting of Prime Minister Edi Rama.

Feb 21 • 05:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

No fireworks on the Warsaw Stock Exchange this time

Orlen and Pekao's good results were insufficient to push the WIG20 index significantly higher, as market dynamics showed no clear direction on Thursday.

Feb 19 • 17:47 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

In a fireworks store explosion in China, 12 people died, including five children

A tragic explosion at a fireworks store in central China resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, including five minors.

Feb 19 • 08:15 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
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Many dead in explosion at fireworks store

Twelve people were killed in an explosion at a fireworks store in Hubei province, China, during the Lunar New Year celebrations.

Feb 18 • 12:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

China: Twelve dead in Hubei – Explosion caused a fire in a fireworks shop

A tragic explosion in a fireworks shop in Hubei, China, has resulted in the deaths of twelve people.

Feb 18 • 12:38 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
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Twelve people die in fireworks explosion at new year celebrations

Twelve people have died following a fireworks explosion at Lunar New Year celebrations in eastern China.

Feb 18 • 12:22 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Twelve killed in fireworks explosion in China

Twelve people died in a fireworks explosion at a store in China during the Chinese New Year celebrations.

Feb 18 • 12:17 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
🇯🇵 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

License for garments, fireworks were being made... 7 workers burned alive, accused arrested

In a tragic incident in Bhivadi, Rajasthan, seven workers died due to a fire caused by illegal fireworks manufacturing in a garment factory, leading to the arrest of its owner and manager.

Feb 18 • 06:55 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

From Lunar New Year prayers to high-tech displays, millions usher in the Year of the Horse

Millions celebrated the Lunar New Year, welcoming the Year of the Horse with traditional prayers, fireworks, and modern technological displays across China.

Feb 17 • 17:47 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Prayers, fireworks and fairs: Millions celebrate Lunar New Year across East Asia

Millions across East Asia are celebrating the Lunar New Year with prayers, fireworks, and public fairs.

Feb 17 • 10:58 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
🇯🇵 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

At least 8 dead after explosion at fireworks shop in China

An explosion at a fireworks shop in Jiangsu province, China, has resulted in at least eight fatalities.

Feb 16 • 05:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

China: Explosion at Fireworks Store - 8 Dead

An explosion at a fireworks store in Donggan, eastern China, has resulted in the deaths of eight people and left two others injured.

Feb 16 • 05:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

China: Explosion at Fireworks Store - 8 Dead

Eight people have died and two others were slightly injured in an explosion at a fireworks store in Donggan, eastern China due to improper handling of pyrotechnics.

Feb 16 • 05:03 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Monday, February 16: This Happened Last Night

Several notable incidents occurred overnight, including a house fire in Norway, a court appearance by a terror suspect in Australia, an Israeli drone strike in Lebanon, a militant attack in Burkina Faso, and an explosion at a fireworks store in China.

Feb 16 • 04:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Eight killed in fireworks explosion in China before New Year celebration

An explosion in a fireworks shop in eastern China has resulted in the deaths of eight people and injuries to two more.

Feb 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Eight dead in explosion at fireworks store

Eight people died in an explosion at a fireworks store in eastern China on Sunday afternoon.

Feb 16 • 04:46 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Eight dead in fireworks explosion in China

A fireworks explosion in Jiangsu province, China, has resulted in eight fatalities following improper handling by residents.

Feb 16 • 04:37 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

8 dead in fireworks shop blast at start of China’s Lunar New Year holiday

A fireworks shop explosion in Jiangsu, China, has killed eight people as the Lunar New Year celebrations commence.

Feb 16 • 04:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Animal Cruelty: Three Cats Tied to Fireworks and Set on Fire in Guanajuato

In Guanajuato, Mexico, three cats were tied to fireworks and set on fire during a local festival, leading to widespread outrage and an investigation by authorities.

Feb 15 • 18:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Rocket warehouse explodes in Puebla; 11 children and three adults die

A fireworks depot explosion in San Isidro Chilchotla, Puebla, resulted in 14 deaths, including 11 children, and left 22 others injured.

Feb 15 • 18:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Contingency in Mexico City: Estadio Azteca celebrates América's goals with fireworks, organize a bike ride with face masks

Amid ongoing environmental contingency in Mexico City, cultural activities including a soccer match at Estadio Azteca and a bike ride were held, although the EDC 2024 festival had to cancel its fireworks display due to air quality concerns.

Feb 15 • 18:39 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Taxi loaded with fireworks explodes on the Mexico-Toluca Highway: Was heading to the Basilica of Guadalupe; 3 injured

A taxi carrying pilgrims to the Basilica of Guadalupe exploded on the Mexico-Toluca highway, injuring three people due to improperly handled fireworks.

Feb 15 • 18:38 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

3 Takeaways from Canada’s 0-fer curling day full of fireworks in Cortina

Canada's curling teams faced a disappointing day at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, with Team Homan suffering two losses and Team Jacobs also defeated.

Feb 14 • 23:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: A Meeting of Deputy Renaissance Karl Olive Attacked with Fireworks in Poissy

A political meeting for the 2026 municipal elections led by Deputy Karl Olive in Poissy was targeted by fireworks, resulting in minor injuries to several attendees.

Feb 14 • 18:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With frevo duels, fireworks, and rhythm mixes, Galo da Madrugada draws a crowd at the world's largest street block

The Galo da Madrugada street block in Recife kicked off with a vibrant celebration that included a message for environmental protection and was attended by President Lula.

Feb 14 • 16:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ptolemaida: 53-year-old arrested for selling fireworks – 'garlics'

A 53-year-old woman was arrested in Ptolemaida for possessing 1,450 illegal children's fireworks in her store without the required license.

Feb 14 • 13:11 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Man injured by bear while trying to scare it away with fireworks in Hanamaki, Iwate

A man was attacked by a bear while attempting to scare it away using fireworks in Hanamaki, Iwate, resulting in severe facial and head injuries.

Feb 13 • 09:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Yle: Heavenly fireworks expected for winter holidaymakers

A powerful solar storm is expected to repeat on January 15, potentially bringing stunning northern lights visible across Finland, including southern regions.

Feb 12 • 18:46 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Fire in business premises in Upplands Väsby – loud explosion heard

A fire at a business location in Upplands Väsby early this morning was accompanied by a loud explosion, and police suspect the use of fireworks or pyrotechnics.

Feb 12 • 02:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspects are arrested and materials seized after fireworks display in Manaus

Authorities in Manaus arrested suspects and seized materials following a fireworks display that startled residents and prompted law enforcement action.

Feb 11 • 12:13 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Sinkevičius - about Skvernelis, searches, and coalition talks: it could have been done without fireworks

The former Prime Minister and Seimas chairman Saulius Skvernelis became a special witness in a bribery case after searches were conducted at his home and office, igniting a scandal within the Democratic Union party.

Feb 11 • 11:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Waterfall of fire and sparks.. molten iron lights up the sky of Shanghai in a magical scene

A traditional performance featuring molten iron spread across the sky in Shanghai, China, marked the Lunar New Year celebrations with captivating visuals.

Feb 11 • 07:38 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
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Eisman Rejected the Mediator Judge's Recommendation to Withdraw the Terror Charges Against Yuri for Shooting Fireworks at Netanyahu's House

Israel's Attorney General Amit Eisman has rejected a mediator judge's recommendation to drop terror charges against four defendants accused of shooting fireworks at Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence in Caesarea.

Feb 10 • 18:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The parliamentary committee supports a ban on fireworks

A Polish parliamentary committee has endorsed a draft law prohibiting the use of fireworks to protect animals, with potential legislative action expected soon.

Feb 10 • 14:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What does the Fire Horse mean? in the Chinese New Year

The city of Tangshan in Hebei province has begun the festivities for the Chinese New Year 2026, marking the Year of the Fire Horse with colorful parades and fireworks.

Feb 9 • 12:35 UTC

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