Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.
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Around 40 dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire
Around 100 are also injured in fire at Crans-Montana Swiss ski resort bar Le Constellation.
Watch: Historic Amsterdam church engulfed by fire on New Year’s Eve
The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire
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.
Iran security force member killed during protests, official says
A currency collapse has led to protests breaking out across the country, with unrest reported in several cities.
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.
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.
BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire
Dozens of people are believed to have died after a fire broke out during New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026
Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long-held traditions.
Teen who died after falling 150 metres from California’s Mt Baldy identified
Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an “avid sailor and outdoorsman”, his family says.