Daily Mail Front Page 2nd of January 2026

A sparkler reportedly placed in a champagne bottle ignited a blaze at a crowded ski bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, leaving at least 47 dead. Authorities are investigating safety practices and the use of party props. Identification may take days, with consular support offered to Britons.

Times Front Page 2nd of January 2026

A New Year fire at a crowded bar in Crans-Montana killed dozens and injured many, including teenagers. Investigators suspect a sparkler ignited the ceiling, causing smoke and a crush during evacuation. Foreign tourists are among the victims, with support and inquiries under way.

Daily Star Front Page 2nd of January 2026

A fire at a nightclub in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, reportedly started by a sparkler in a Champagne bottle, killed at least 47 and injured 115 during New Year celebrations. Authorities are investigating potential safety failings, with some British guests feared among the victims.

i Front Page 2nd of January 2026

A New Year’s Eve bar fire in Crans-Montana killed about 40 and injured 115. Investigators discount an explosive device; early inquiry centres on a sparkler‑topped champagne bottle held too close to a low ceiling. Many remain in critical condition, with cross‑border medical support.