• Large fire in Concepción destroys at least 10 homes, Chile

    A large fire originating in a clothing warehouse severely damaged at least 10 homes in the Chillancito sector of Concepción, Biobío Region, Chile, on July 24, 2025. The blaze began around 08:30 local time (LT) and displaced 50 people.

  • Antonov An-24 passenger plane crashes near Tynda, Russia, killing 48

    An Antonov An‑24 passenger aircraft operated by Angara Airlines crashed near Tynda in Russia’s Far East at around 13:00 local time (LT) on July 24, 2025, killing all 48 people onboard. The aircraft disappeared from radar during its second landing attempt in low-visibility conditions. The wreckage was located 16 km (10 miles) from the airport, in remote mountainous terrain.