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Swiss Alps inferno: Dozens killed at New Year bar

A devastating fire ripped through a packed New Year’s Eve bar in Crans‑Montana Switzerland leaving dozens dead and over 100 injured as authorities race to rescue survivors and determine what sparked the blaze

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2.2 trillion - Dollars added to the world’s 500 richest people's wealth in 2025

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"I will govern as a Democratic socialist" — Zohran Mamdani

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Swiss Alps inferno: About 40 dead after New Year bar blaze

A catastrophic New Year’s Eve blaze tore through a packed bar at the Crans‑Montana ski resort, leaving dozens dead and scores injured. Authorities are conducting major rescue and forensic operations as investigators probe the cause and timeline of the fire.

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