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A "worrying" surge in fires caused by lithium-ion batteries exploding into flames has resulted in fire brigades tackling such fires once every five hours across the UK. The increased incidence of ...

The number of lithium-ion battery fires attended by UK fire services has risen by 147% since 2022, with brigades now tackling the equivalent of one battery-related fire every five hours. A Freedom of ...

Kid Cudi fires M.I.A. from his “Rebel Ragers Tour” after she’s booed for making controversial political remarks during her Dallas set. Kid Cudi proved that you can’t be a rebel and rage around him ...

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Eurovision Song Contest fans are predicting "zero points" are once again on the way for the UK. BBC One aired the second Eurovision Song Contest 2026 semi-final tonight, Thursday, May 14, where 18 ...

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Fire crews have battled through the night as a major blaze saw part of a former school building collapse. Crews have been on the scene at Parkway Middle School in Haverhill since 8.20pm on Tuesday, ...

Fire frequency revealed: UK data shows 1,760 lithium-ion battery fires in 2025, up 147% in three years, with e-bikes a major contributor. US safety push: Massachusetts officials urge safe e-bike use, ...

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LOWELL, MASS. (WHDH) - Six buildings on three different streets went up in flames during windy conditions in Lowell Tuesday afternoon, leaving 25 people without a home. The six fires sparked at ...

Sharp rise in EV fires: Electric car blazes in the UK rose 133% between 2022 and 2025, though they remain uncommon relative to the number of vehicles. Battery fire challenges: Lithium‑ion battery ...