Pyrotechnics

After a check in his possession and in his house, a total of 404 firecrackers, 160 fireworks and a mobile phone were found and seized

Police arrested a 27-year-old man in northeastern Attica on Wednesday for selling flares and firecrackers on social media.

After receiving a tip, officers found that the suspect maintained a profile on a social media platform which he used to illicitly sell the explosives.

After 14 years, Rammstein returns to Greece, promising an unforgettable show as they celebrate their 30th anniversary. Fans can expect a setlist of the German industrial metal act's greatest hits, alongside their signature pyrotechnics. Known for their theatrical concerts, Rammstein's live shows transcend language barriers, offering a powerful experience for all.

A 33-year-old man was injured in the ribs by the firecracker and ended up bleeding uncontrollably

A recent national survey conducted by Gallup International reveals that a significant portion of Bulgarians advocate for the prohibition of fireworks and pyrotechnics on New Year's Eve. The survey, which engaged 810 individuals face-to-face via tablets from November 23 to December 1, sheds light on public sentiment regarding this festive tradition.

Sofia residents are granted a limited timeframe for pyrotechnic celebrations this New Year's Eve, as announced by the Municipal Council. The allowance for using pyrotechnic devices spans from 6 p.m. on December 31 to 2 a.m. on January 1. However, outside of this designated period, the use of pyrotechnics is strictly prohibited, with necessary permissions mandated by the regional mayor.

With the upcoming holidays, FOUR PAWS, an international animal protection organization, brings attention to the detrimental impact of fireworks on animals. Over recent years, the discourse around the use of pyrotechnics during celebrations has gained momentum, morphing into a widespread movement advocating for responsible festivities.

The 18-year-old, accused of the flare attack on a 31-year-old police officer that occurred last week during a volleyball match between local rivals Olympiakos and Panathinaikos in Rentis, was remanded in police custody on Thursday.

According to information, the 18-year-old asked to join a witness protection program, but his request was not accepted.

Several hooligans were arrested, who threw firecrackers at the police and demolished shop windows.
Mostly younger men and teenagers pelted the police patrol with firecrackers, and several containers were also set on fire. During the intervention, the police confiscated several prepared Molotov cocktails.

Authorities in France today banned the sale and use of fireworks on the country's July 14 national holiday after the riots and violence in several cities, AFP reported.