The debate about stricter rules on fireworks or a possible nationwide ban has intensified following another New Year's Eve ...

Germans celebrate New Year's Eve with particularly intense usage of fireworks - Copyright AFP Philip FONG Germans celebrate New Year's Eve with particularly intense ...

Almost 1.5 million Germans backed a police union push Monday to ban fireworks on New Year's Eve after the latest celebrations were again marred by deaths, injuries and arrests.

At least five people were killed and many injured during celebrations in Germany, where fireworks can be bought for private use on New Year's Eve. In several cities, emergency services were pelted ...