Swimmer Chad le Clos's Cape Town apartment was destroyed in a fatal fire just days after he became the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history.
Rumors on social media falsely claiming Spain's border was open triggered a massive migration surge of 60,000 people toward the enclave of Ceuta, resulting in over 80 deaths and widespread chaos.
Shahin Ahmed, father of seven-year-old Musa, recounts his helplessness during a West Mersea beach tragedy on July 22, where Musa, his teenage cousin, and her mother died after being swept by a strong tide. Ahmed now plans to honor his son's memory by creating a water safety program.
Two people, a Greek and a Danish national, died when their firefighting helicopter collided with another carrying a Briton and a Greek, who survived, while battling wildfires west of Athens. Investigations into the crash and fire causes are ongoing, with two arrests made for negligence.
Ten climbers, including renowned British-Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja, have been confirmed dead after an avalanche on Broad Peak in PoK's Gilgit-Baltistan region. Search and rescue operations are ongoing to recover the remaining bodies, with harsh weather initially delaying efforts.
An International Master visits Bobby Fischer's grave in Iceland, reflecting on the chess legend's genius, his pivotal 1972 Cold War victory against Boris Spassky, his innovations in chess, and his later life marked by controversy, US sanctions, and eventual refuge and citizenship in Iceland.
India's Asmita Dey made history by becoming the nation's first Commonwealth Games judo gold medallist in the women's 48kg category in Glasgow. She defeated Canada's Heidi Quach and dedicated her landmark victory to her late father, coach, and supporters, also thanking Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for her police job.
A 7-year-old boy, Musa Ahmed, died in hospital after a beach tragedy in West Mersea, Essex, which also killed his 15-year-old cousin, Sameeha, and her 41-year-old mother, Shelina Rahman, due to strong tides.
The death toll from a state ferry capsizing off Guyana's coast has reached 72, with 76 rescued from 179 aboard. A criminal investigation is ongoing, detaining three, including the captain, as questions arise about the 87-year-old MV Barima's service and rescue efforts.
Twenty-seven people, including families with young children, went missing after two boats capsized in rough seas off East New Britain, Papua New Guinea. The incident, described as one of the nation's worst maritime tragedies, has led to recovery efforts finding nine bodies and renewed calls for stronger maritime safety enforcement.
Anthony Joshua, 36, appears relaxed ahead of his comeback fight in Saudi Arabia against Kristian Prenga, his first since a fatal car crash in Nigeria claimed two friends. A win could set up a Tyson Fury showdown, provided Fury also wins his warm-up fight.
Four Honduran citizens, two married couples, drowned in Ohio's Scioto River while attempting to rescue a distressed swimmer. Their bodies have been recovered, and their two children are in official care, awaiting repatriation to Honduras.
At least 143 refugees and migrants are dead or missing after a boat attempting to reach Europe from The Gambia was found off Mauritania. The UNHCR reported 38 survivors, including two children who lost their families, from the vessel that was adrift for 25 days.
A passenger ferry, MV Barima, capsized off Guyana's coast, drowning at least 27 people with 83 missing. An investigation is underway, and the captain and a crew member tested positive for cannabis, leading to their arrest.
A 13-year-old boy died and several people were injured in Ciudad Rodrigo, western Spain, after a fountain collapsed during celebrations of Spain's World Cup victory. Local authorities expressed sadness over the incident, which turned a moment of national joy into tragedy.
A 13-year-old died and another child was injured when a fountain collapsed in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, during celebrations for the country's second football World Cup victory. The accident occurred shortly after midnight on Monday as residents gathered at the Arbol Gordo fountain.
Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title, defeating Argentina 1-0. However, victory celebrations in Ciudad Rodrigo were tragically marred when a historic fountain collapsed, killing a 13-year-old boy and injuring two others, turning a moment of national joy into profound grief.
A massive fire at a live music venue in Bangkok, Thailand, late Sunday killed at least 27 people and injured 63. Many victims died trapped near bathrooms while trying to escape thick smoke. An investigation into the cause is underway, examining fire safety and escape routes.
A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Sunday night resulted in at least 27 fatalities and 63 injuries. Many victims reportedly died trapped near the bathrooms while attempting to escape thick smoke, raising questions about the venue's fire safety and escape routes.
A fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Sunday night killed at least 27 people and injured 63. Many victims died trapped near bathrooms while trying to escape thick smoke. An investigation is underway into the cause and potential safety violations.
A massive fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Sunday night killed at least 27 people and injured 63. Many victims died trapped near bathrooms while trying to escape thick smoke. An investigation is underway into the cause, with questions raised about blocked exits and safety standards.
A boat tragedy off Vietnam's Hon May Rut Ngoai island killed 15 Indian tourists. Eyewitnesses blame crew negligence and delayed rescue/medical care for the deaths, stating the speedboat capsized rapidly in rough seas. 17 others were injured, with one critical.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay met families of the Karur stampede victims, distributing government job appointment orders. He expressed emotion, calling the incident an 'unhealed wound' and promising prevention. A CBI probe is ongoing, while a court reviews the job grants.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay met families of the Karur stampede victims, distributing government job appointment orders. He expressed emotion over their grief and vowed to prevent future tragedies, while a CBI probe is ongoing and a court reviews the job grants.
