British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns, fire in Lucknow building, Venezuela hit by two earthquakes, and more: The week in 5 charts
This weekly summary covers the resignation of British PM Keir Starmer, a fatal building fire in Lucknow, and severe earthquakes in Venezuela. It highlights safety concerns in commercial buildings and the geological impact of the 'doublet' earthquakes.
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Provides a global overview of significant political, safety, and natural disaster events.
At least 14 were killed in a fire that broke out in a three-storey building in Lucknow , Uttar Pradesh on Monday last week (June 22, 2026). The building housed a pet shop and clinic, an IT office, a gaming centre and a coaching centre on its three floors. Later, it was found that the building did not have authorisation to operate as a commercial building, but had a residential building permit.
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