Urgent Recall for 214 VW Touareg Hybrid SUVs
Volkswagen urgently recalls 214 luxury hybrid SUVs in Australia due to battery fire risk. Owners advised to book inspections and avoid charging. Learn more.
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Swiss bar owner arrested after fatal New Year's Eve fire
Jacques Moretti, owner of the Swiss bar where 40 people died in a fire, has been arrested as a flight risk. Get the latest on this developing story.
Swiss bar owner arrested after fatal New Year's Eve fire
Jacques Moretti, owner of the Swiss bar where 40 died in a fire, has been arrested as a flight risk. Get the latest on this developing story.
Major Leeds scrapyard fire prompts urgent health warning
A huge fire at a Leeds scrapyard has triggered an urgent warning for residents to close windows and doors. Eight fire engines are tackling the blaze on Knowsthorpe Road.
Toyota RAV4 PHEV Review: Efficient & Powerful Family SUV
The Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid combines a 46-mile EV range with 302bhp for a clean, practical family drive. We test its performance, costs, and rivals. Read our full review.
Hybrid vehicles three times more deadly than petrol cars
New DfT analysis shows hybrid vehicles have a death rate three times higher than petrol cars, with pedestrians most at risk. Experts cite weight, quiet engines, and urban use.
Major Denver Fire Forces Evacuations as 100+ Crews Fight Blaze
A massive three-alarm fire at a Denver apartment complex under construction has triggered evacuations. Over 100 firefighters are battling the inferno, described as the city's biggest in years. Follow the latest.
New Year's Fire Photo Shows Sparkler Igniting Bar Ceiling
A new photograph appears to show the moment a deadly fire began at a New Year's party in a Swiss ski resort bar, killing at least 40 people. Read the latest updates and eyewitness accounts from the tragedy.
Woman dies in Sheffield bungalow fire, investigation underway
A woman has tragically died after a fire ripped through a bungalow in Sheffield. Emergency services rushed to Hardy Place, Upperthorpe. Read the latest on the investigation.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, investigation ongoing
A child has died in a house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Firefighters remain on scene making the property safe as an investigation into the cause begins. Our thoughts are with the family.
Family tragedy in Stroud Boxing Day house fire
A mother and her two children died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. The father, a police officer, escaped and tried desperately to rescue them. Read the full story.
Mother and two children killed in Stroud Boxing Day fire
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill in Stroud. Emergency services were called in the early hours of Boxing Day.
Child dies in Kent house fire, five others injured
A child has died and five others, including three firefighters, were injured in a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. The investigation into the cause is ongoing.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after an intense blaze in Ashford. Fire crews faced a severe fire in Hamstreet. Support is available for the community.
Child dies in Ashford house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after a devastating house fire in Hamstreet, Ashford. Kent Fire and Rescue are investigating the cause. Support available at Hamstreet Village Hall.
Wetherspoons fire in Market Drayton forces evacuation
A major fire at The Hippodrome Wetherspoons in Market Drayton forced diners to flee. Read how crews tackled the complex blaze and the pub's planned reopening.
Major Fire Damages Portland's Historic Old Port Waterfront
A fierce three-alarm fire tore through Portland, Maine's historic Custom House Wharf on Friday, sinking a boat and damaging buildings. Two firefighters suffered minor injuries. Read the latest on the investigation.
Fire damages Portland's historic Old Port waterfront
A major fire tore through Portland's historic Custom House Wharf, damaging buildings and sinking boats. One firefighter injured. Read the latest on the investigation.
Boxing Day Car Fire Drama at Tesco Camborne
Firefighters tackled a dramatic car fire in a Tesco car park in Cornwall on Boxing Day. See the pictures and full report on the incident, with no injuries reported.
Three Missing After Stroud House Fire on Boxing Day
Three people are unaccounted for after a major house fire in Stroud in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person escaped and was taken to hospital. Emergency services are on the scene.
Six in Hospital After Warrington House Fire on Christmas Eve
Six people were rushed to hospital after a devastating fire ripped through a home in Warrington late on Christmas Eve. Fire crews battled the blaze which spread to a neighbouring property.
Major Fire at Methil Harbour in Fife Extinguished
A significant fire involving multiple heavy goods vehicles sent thick black smoke over Methil Harbour in Fife. Emergency services attended, with no injuries reported. Read the full story.
Range Rover Velar P400e: Plug-In Hybrid SUV Review
The Range Rover Velar's elegant design still impresses, but does its new plug-in hybrid tech keep it competitive? We review the P400e's performance, specs and value. Read our full verdict.
Range Rover Sport PHEV: Luxurious, Sporty & Efficient
The 2025 Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid combines elite luxury with a sporty drive and a 76-mile EV range. Discover why it's a compelling, tax-efficient choice for UK drivers.
Lithium battery truck fire shuts major NSW highway
A truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries caught fire near Yass, closing the Hume Highway for hours. Toxic vapour risk prompted a 700m exclusion zone. Read the latest on the disruption.
Chery Tiggo 9 Review: Luxury SUV with 650-Mile Range
The Chery Tiggo 9 Super Hybrid flagship SUV offers premium luxury, a 91-mile electric range, and over 650 miles total for £43,105. Could it make you rethink a Range Rover?
Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid Review: 750-Mile PHEV
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid offers seven seats, a 745-mile range, and remarkable value from £33,545. Our expert review reveals if this new Chinese SUV is worth your money.
Murder probe after boy, 4, dies in 'callous' house fire
A four-year-old boy and a 60-year-old woman have died in a 'callous and murderous' house fire in County Offaly, Ireland. Police are treating the blaze as deliberate and have launched a murder investigation. Anyone with information is urged to come forward
Historic Glasgow church destroyed in devastating fire
A massive fire has destroyed the 182-year-old Pollokshaws Parish Church in Glasgow. Emergency services remain on the scene after part of the building collapsed. Read the full story.
Christmas Decor Fire Hazards: Experts Issue Urgent Warning
Lighting experts warn of seven common festive fire risks, from tinsel to dry trees. Learn how to protect your home this Christmas and ensure a safe holiday season.
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