A streetcar derailment in Lisbon, Portugal, killed 16 people and injured 21, many of whom were foreign tourists. The accident, described as one of the city's worst tragedies, involved the Elevador da Gloria, a popular tourist attraction. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with speculation focusing on potential brake failure or cable issues. The death toll initially reported as 17 was corrected to 16. Portugal is observing a national day of mourning.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
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