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An explosion at a military barracks in Viacha, Bolivia, killed at least two people and left 14 others missing. Authorities report 58 injured, with the blast likely caused by stored pyrotechnic material. The incident has prompted a three-day mourning period and ongoing investigations into storage safety.
Kenneth Chee, owner of Devastating Pyrotechnics, was arrested at Walt Disney World on a fugitive warrant linked to a July 2025 Yolo County, California warehouse explosion that killed seven. He faces multiple charges, including seven murder counts and conspiracy, for allegedly lacking proper permits to store fireworks; six other suspects were also arrested in the investigation.
A video and fire investigator analysis of a deadly wedding fire in Iraq reveal safety hazards that turned the venue into a "firetrap." The fire was sparked by pyrotechnic devices in the center of the hall, which emitted sparks reaching four meters in height. The flames spread to highly flammable decorations, causing rapid flame spread throughout the venue. The lack of proper fire exits and the table layout acted as barriers, trapping guests inside. The government investigation blamed the venue's owners, but the report's recommendation to fire regional officials for failing to enforce safety regulations has sparked anger and accusations of scapegoating.
Country singer Tim McGraw revealed that he is scared of pyrotechnics and will most likely not have them at his concerts. He expressed excitement for his upcoming "Standing Room Only" tour, promising a big show with spectacular production. McGraw also mentioned that his wife, Faith Hill, may attend some performances. He joked about being the worst singer in his family and expressed a desire to do a song with his daughters. The tour, featuring opening act Carly Pearce, will kick off in March 2024.
Country singer Tim McGraw revealed that fans should not expect to see pyrotechnics at his concerts as he is scared of them. However, he promised a big show with a spectacular production for his upcoming "Standing Room Only" tour. McGraw also joked about being the worst singer in his family and expressed his desire to do a song with his daughters. Grammy Award winner Carly Pearce will be the opening act for the 30-date tour, which starts in March 2024.
Disneyland's nighttime spectacular "Fantasmic!" will be on hiatus through at least Labor Day as the park evaluates the show and adds new magic for guests. The iconic Maleficent dragon used in the show caught fire during a performance in April and was completely destroyed. When the show returns, it will likely be performed in "B-Mode" with the dragon projected on a mist screen. "Fantasmic!" first debuted in Disneyland in 1992 and features characters and music from Disney films, projections on screens of water, pyrotechnics, and both the Sailing Ship Columbia and Mark Twain Riverboat.
Disneyland has removed this weekend's "Fantasmic!" performances from their calendar after the Maleficent dragon caught fire on April 22. The dragon was completely destroyed, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation. When "Fantasmic!" returns, the show will likely be performed in "B-Mode," with the dragon projected on a mist screen. Effects similar to Maleficent's dragon fire have been suspended at Disney Parks globally. "Fantasmic!" is a nighttime spectacular featuring characters and music from Disney films, and it first debuted in Disneyland in 1992.
"Fantasmic!" is reportedly returning to Disneyland this weekend after being removed from the schedule due to the Maleficent dragon fire. The dragon was destroyed, so the show will likely be performed in "B-Mode," with the dragon projected on a mist screen. The cause of the fire is still being investigated. The show features projections on screens of water, pyrotechnics, and both the Sailing Ship Columbia and Mark Twain Riverboat as they sail past guests on the Rivers of America.