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Firefighter loses case over 'fireman' term failure

Senior firefighter Simon Bailey lost his unfair dismissal claim after failing to challenge colleagues who used the outdated term 'fireman' towards a female colleague. Read the full tribunal findings.

Firefighter loses 'fireman' term unfair dismissal case

A decorated firefighter lost his unfair dismissal claim after being disciplined for not challenging colleagues who used the term 'fireman'. The case followed a sexual harassment tribunal involving a female colleague. Read the full story.

Hong Kong fire kills 44, hundreds missing

At least 44 dead and hundreds missing after a devastating level 5 fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment blocks. Three executives arrested on suspicion of murder. Read the latest updates.

Four dead in Hong Kong high-rise fire

A major fire at a Hong Kong housing complex has left four dead and several injured. Authorities are investigating as emergency services tackle the blaze. Follow for live updates.

$20M Firefighter Training Centre Revived in Ohio

Norfolk Southern partners with Ohio and Youngstown State University to build $20 million first responder training facility near East Palestine derailment site. Learn how this will enhance rail safety.

Massive fire destroys Zagreb skyscraper

A landmark 16-floor skyscraper in Zagreb was almost entirely destroyed by a massive blaze. No casualties were reported. Read the full report on the devastating fire.

Firefighter threatened over legal medical cannabis use

A US firefighter faces career-ending consequences after testing positive for legally prescribed medical marijuana, highlighting the conflict between state and federal cannabis laws and workplace policies.

Irish firefighter jailed for Boston rape

Former Cork firefighter Terence Crosbie receives 6-8 year prison sentence for brutal rape of woman in Boston apartment while on holiday. Shocking case reveals double life of respected emergency responder.

Firefighter finds son dead at crash scene he responded to

In a devastating twist of fate, experienced firefighter Rob Gawthorpe responded to an early morning collision only to find his 25-year-old son, Tom, fatally injured in the wreckage. This harrowing story reveals the personal nightmare behind the emergency

Firefighter jailed for Westminster rape

A London firefighter has been sentenced to nine years for the violent rape of a woman in Westminster after meeting her during a night out, with judge condemning his 'predatory behaviour'.

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