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Witness saw people 'walking on top of others' as they tried to escape fire in packed bar

A man who witnessed a bar fire in Switzerland has told Sky News he saw patrons walking over people as they tried to escape the packed venue.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:49:00 +0000

How a New Year's party 'turned into a nightmare': What we know about deadly Swiss ski resort fire

A fierce blaze that broke out in a Swiss ski resort during New Year's Eve celebrations has killed about 40 people and injured 115, police said on Thursday afternoon.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 08:51:00 +0000

Snow warnings upgraded to amber for some areas of UK

Forecasters have upgraded snow weather warnings from yellow to amber in some parts of the UK.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:13:00 +0000

Police officer pays tribute to his wife and two children who died in house fire

A police officer who lost his wife and two children in a house fire on Boxing Day has paid tribute to his family as "three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence".

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 10:29:00 +0000

Several people killed in Iran as cost-of-living protests turn deadly

The largest protests in Iran in three years reached a deadly climax overnight into Thursday, with several people killed, Iranian media and a rights group have reported.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Private hospitals giant Spire sets deadline for suitors

Britain's biggest private hospital operator has handed prospective suitors a deadline to pursue a takeover of the company amid shareholder pressure on it to explore a sale.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 17:40:00 +0000

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban: West Midlands Police 'knew of antisemitism warning from Jewish groups'

West Midlands Police told a safety planning meeting that Jewish groups warned excluding Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match "could be perceived as antisemitic" - weeks before telling MPs the Jewish community backed the ban, according to documents obtained by Sky News.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 15:38:00 +0000

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca leaves club after 18 months in charge

Chelsea have announced their head coach Enzo Maresca has left his role after 18 months in charge at Stamford Bridge.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:20:00 +0000

Man charged on suspicion of trespassing on grounds of William and Kate's London residence

A man has been charged with twice gaining access to the grounds of Kensington Palace.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:33:00 +0000

Migrant small boat Channel crossings in 2025 are second highest ever

A total of 41,472 migrants arrived in the UK in 2025 after crossing the Channel on a small boat - the second-highest annual figure on record.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 11:55:00 +0000

Police officer pays tribute to his wife and two children who died in house fire

A police officer who lost his wife and two children in a house fire on Boxing Day has paid tribute to his family as "three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence".

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 10:29:00 +0000

Michael Gove: I regret torpedoing Boris Johnson's leadership bid

Michael Gove has expressed regret about his decision to blow up Boris Johnson's leadership bid after the Brexit referendum, which saw him accused of "backstabbing".

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SKY NEWSTue, 23 Dec 2025 09:45:00 +0000

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban: West Midlands Police 'knew of antisemitism warning from Jewish groups'

West Midlands Police told a safety planning meeting that Jewish groups warned excluding Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match "could be perceived as antisemitic" - weeks before telling MPs the Jewish community backed the ban, according to documents obtained by Sky News.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 15:38:00 +0000

Man charged on suspicion of trespassing on grounds of William and Kate's London residence

A man has been charged with twice gaining access to the grounds of Kensington Palace.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:33:00 +0000

London and Edinburgh welcome 2026 with spectacular displays

The UK has celebrated the arrival of 2026 with large firework displays across the country.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:16:00 +0000

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca leaves club after 18 months in charge

Chelsea have announced their head coach Enzo Maresca has left his role after 18 months in charge at Stamford Bridge.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:20:00 +0000

Migrant small boat Channel crossings in 2025 are second highest ever

A total of 41,472 migrants arrived in the UK in 2025 after crossing the Channel on a small boat - the second-highest annual figure on record.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 11:55:00 +0000

Snow warnings upgraded to amber for some areas of UK

Forecasters have upgraded snow weather warnings from yellow to amber in some parts of the UK.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:13:00 +0000

Change is coming in 2026, Starmer vows

Sir Keir Starmer is promising that the change he pledged to deliver in the 2024 election will finally arrive in 2026.

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SKY NEWSWed, 31 Dec 2025 12:48:00 +0000

Children from struggling families to be vaccinated at home - as immunisation rates drop

Children from struggling families will be able to be vaccinated at home across parts of England in a new government pilot scheme.

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SKY NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 14:46:00 +0000

BBC News

'I hid from a wall of heat': Eyewitnesses describe escape from bar inferno

One young man told the BBC he went into the bar to look for his little brother, who he thought was inside.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 16:24:02 GMT

Video shows fire spreading across bar ceiling

The moment a Swiss bar was set ablaze appears to have been captured on video.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 14:49:31 GMT

Disbelief in Crans-Montana on New Year's Day

BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the fire happened in the beating heart of lively Crans-Montana.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 16:04:02 GMT

BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire

The BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the bar where the fire broke out has been around for at least 40 years, and is considered an institution in the area.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 09:24:11 GMT

What we know so far

Several dozen people are presumed to have died in the fire at a New Year party in the resort of Crans-Montana.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 16:45:09 GMT

Amber snow and ice warnings issued as Arctic air spreads across the UK

Colder weather with snow and ice warnings in force will continue over the next few days.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 10:40:58 GMT

Chelsea part company with manager Maresca after 18 months

Less than six months after guiding Chelsea to Club World Cup success, Enzo Maresca has left. But how did things unravel?

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:21:39 GMT

UK to 'robustly defend' stripping Begum of citizenship in European court, source says

The ECHR questions whether it was considered if Shamima Begum was a victim of grooming and trafficking.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 09:01:43 GMT

Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials

The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 09:52:20 GMT

The best pictures from around the world as 2026 begins

From spectacular firework displays to chilly sea dips, nations celebrate the start of 2026.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 05:48:26 GMT

Dad pays tribute to 'wonderful family' killed in Boxing Day fire

Tom Shearman pays tribute to his wife and two children after a fire engulfed their home.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 12:16:18 GMT

US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats

The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 10:19:32 GMT

Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close

Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 10:13:42 GMT

Two killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in Iran

Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:18:42 GMT

EastEnders actor 'grateful' to avoid driving ban for speeding

Colin Salmon was shown leniency by the court because he cares for his seriously ill wife and daughter.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:06:06 GMT

Gladiator Giant to revert to birth surname... Bigg

Jamie Christian-Johal said his recent divorce and ADHD diagnosis prompted the move.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 07:09:53 GMT

How the 'postcode lottery' of parenting really impacts young children

BBC Radio 4's Today will follow six parents for five years, chronicling the ups and downs of looking after a young child in modern Britain.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:02:18 GMT

Strictly's Ellie and Vito still dancing together every week

From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:01:59 GMT

We fought for 33 years to abolish not proven verdict after our daughter's murder

The centuries-old verdict has been scrapped after decades of controversy about its use in Scottish criminal trials.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 08:16:05 GMT

Rosenior leading contender for Chelsea job

Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior is the leading contender to be the next Chelsea manager, but others remain under consideration.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 19:07:08 GMT

Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor?

To succeed in office he will need to keep his supporters engaged with day-to-day governing, experts say.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 13:57:12 GMT

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:17:12 GMT

Who might be on the move in WSL January transfer window?

With the January transfer window opening in the Women's Super League, which players could be on the move and who is out of contract?

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 07:40:50 GMT

Some families to be offered immunisations at home in bid to boost vaccine uptake

The scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children's health.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:04:41 GMT

Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash

Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:32:22 GMT

Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall

Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:03:14 GMT

Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence

Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 13:30:09 GMT

Annual Channel migrant crossings highest since 2022

The 2025 total is the highest since 2022, when nearly 46,000 migrants made the crossing.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 15:12:32 GMT

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BBC NEWSWed, 30 Apr 2025 14:04:28 GMT

The Newscast Review of the Year 2025

The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.

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BBC NEWSWed, 24 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Were our 2025 predictions right?

The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.

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BBC NEWSWed, 24 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Baz Luhrmann's epic Elvis biopic starring Austin Butler

An epic, big-screen spectacle that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley

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BBC NEWSSat, 27 Dec 2025 22:12:00 GMT

Swashbuckling Puss embarks on a brave quest

Puss must beat a host of fairy-tale characters to the magical map of the Wishing Star.

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BBC NEWSFri, 26 Dec 2025 16:53:25 GMT

Rosenior leading contender for Chelsea job

Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior is the leading contender to be the next Chelsea manager, but others remain under consideration.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 19:07:08 GMT

What went wrong between Chelsea and Maresca?

Less than six months after guiding Chelsea to Club World Cup success, Enzo Maresca has left. But how did things unravel?

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:21:39 GMT

Johnson agrees to join Palace in £35m move

Tottenham attacker Brennan Johnson will undergo the first part of his medical on Thursday after agreeing to join Crystal Palace in a deal worth £35m.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 17:58:23 GMT

Government suspends Gabon team, bans Aubameyang and sacks coach

Gabon's sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team's "disgraceful performance" at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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BBC NEWSThu, 01 Jan 2026 18:14:16 GMT