Ski Lift Disaster Averted at Winter Park Resort

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A crack in a Colorado ski lift forced the evacuation of 174 skiers and snowboarders at Winter Park Resort.** The lift automatically stopped when it detected the crack, and ski patrol lowered each passenger down with a rope.

No injuries were reported**, and workers replaced the cracked section on Sunday. State regulators and the lift's manufacturer are investigating the cause of the crack.

Despite the incident, the resort still had 21 other lifts open for the busy holiday ski season.

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Tragedy in London's West End: Pedestrian Killed After Car Hits Four on Christmas Day

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One pedestrian has died** after a car hit four people in London's West End on Christmas Day. Aidan Chapman, 25, passed away in the hospital on New Year's Eve due to the injuries he sustained. The incident occurred on Shaftesbury Avenue in Soho, and Anthony Gilheaney, 30, has been charged with four counts of attempted murder and other offenses. The charges will be reviewed following Chapman's death.

Multiple Shocking Incidents on Christmas Day Across the UK

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Three Disturbing Incidents Shock the UK on Christmas Day:**
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Taxi Cab Hits Six Pedestrians in New York City on Christmas Day

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Taxi Cab Hits Six Pedestrians in New York City on Christmas Day
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