Zahra Khaliq

A helicopter operated by Bellavia Aviation Services crashed and caught fire while approaching a heliport on the Greek island of Sifnos. Three people died, reportedly including a British couple on their honeymoon and an experienced pilot. Fire services recovered the bodies, while witnesses said the helicopter had made a strange sound before the crash.

Three people were killed when a private helicopter crashed and caught fire near homes in the Tholos neighbourhood of Sifnos, Greece. Firefighters and rescue crews brought the blaze under control and recovered three bodies. Authorities have not yet confirmed the victims’ identities or determined the cause of the crash.

A major wildfire has burned across Cairngorms National Park for several days, prompting evacuations around Nethy Bridge and warnings for residents to leave even without collecting pets. More than 500 firefighters have been deployed, while strong winds and dry heathland threaten to push the blaze into Caledonian pine forest. Police Scotland has declared a major incident, and authorities continue to issue smoke-safety guidance and evacuate properties as a precaution.

Seven children became ill after swimming in Devon’s River Dart shortly after South West Water discharged untreated sewage upstream for 16 hours. Parents reported severe vomiting and stomach issues, prompting contact with the Environment Agency, which launched an investigation. The incident follows scrutiny of South West Water and its parent company Pennon over previous water quality failures, executive bonuses and fines. Local MP Ian Roome criticised the frequency of sewage spills and called for stronger accountability, while the company stated its tests showed no evidence of pollution and highlighted ongoing investments to reduce overflows.