One Ski Resort’s Long-Shot Bet to Survive Low Snowfall and Devastating Wildfires
The closest ski hill to Los Angeles recently sold to an investment group with big plans. But can those ideas work amid catastrophic climate threats that continue to plague the mountain?
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12 people found dead inside restaurant at popular ski resort
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Georgian police open criminal negligence case after 12 found dead at ski resort restaurant
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12 dead at ski resort in Georgia's Caucasus Mountains from possible carbon monoxide poisoning
Twelve people were found dead at a ski resort in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia, officials said, in what may be a case of carbon monoxide poisoning.NBC News - 1d -
12 Die at Georgian Ski Resort From Suspected Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
The police say the bodies were found in a room above an Indian restaurant not long after a generator had been plugged in nearby.The New York Times - 2d -
Deadly cyclone devastates French Indian Ocean islands
Authorities fear that the death toll caused by Cyclone Chido in the French territory of Mayotte will rise sharply as information filters through from remote areas. It was the worst storm to hit ...NBC News - 2d -
Twelve dead from carbon monoxide poisoning at Georgia ski resort
The bodies of 11 foreigners and one Georgian were found in a sleeping area above a restaurant in Gudauri.BBC News - 2d -
7 foreign tourists hospitalized in Fiji after drinking cocktails at a resort bar
Health and tourism officials in Fiji say seven foreign tourists have been hospitalized after drinking cocktails at a resort barABC News - 2d -
Vonn, 40, to enter WCup ski races in Switzerland
Lindsey Vonn will return to World Cup ski racing next weekend for a pair of speed events in St. Moritz, Switzerland, as she continues her comeback at 40 years old.ESPN - 5d -
Insurance companies pull back wildfire coverage in California
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business ...CBS News - 5d -
Humans may not have survived without Neanderthals
A new DNA analysis has shown that the arrival of modern humans from Africa was far from smooth.BBC News - 6d -
East Coast storm makes a mess at ski resorts as strong winds cause power outages
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Progress in Southern California wildfire battle, but threat continues
High winds posed a continuing threat to parts of Southern California hit by explosive wildfires. More than a dozen homes were destroyed or damaged, and thousands remained under evacuation orders or ...NBC News - 6d -
Panic at Pepperdine University in Malibu as Wildfires Threaten City
No structures were damaged and no one was injured, but students spent a frantic night sheltering in place as thousands of nearby residents evacuated.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Dick Van Dyke and Cher among thousands fleeing Malibu wildfire
The Franklin wildfire has burned over 3,000 acres in the celebrity coastal enclave of Malibu.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Firefighters battle Malibu wildfire as thousands evacuate
Crews are working to contain a massive wildfire in Malibu, California. It has burned at least 2,200 acres, or two and a half times the size of Central Park, causing thousands to evacuate. CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Wildfire prompts evacuations in Southern California
A fast-moving wildfire on California's Malibu coast has destroyed several homes and forced thousands to evacuate. Fire crews are still working to get the Franklin Fire under control. Jonathan ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
How mass deportations could devastate the U.S. economy
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Malibu wildfire forces mass evacuations as it burns near college: ‘It was so scary’
About 700 firefighters battle wind-whipped flames tearing across dry coastal hillsides and near Pepperdine University. A fast-moving wildfire forced thousands from their homes in the California ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Wildfire erupts in Southern California, forcing evacuations in Malibu
A dangerous wildfire suddenly exploded in Southern California, surrounding Pepperdine University and putting thousands of homeowners and nearby college students on high alert. NBC’s Dana Griffin ...NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Assad regime's collapse is a devastating defeat for Iran
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Byron Donalds: Using military for deportations would be a 'last resort'
Rep. Byron Donalds, a prominent ally of Donald Trump, downplayed the prospects of a major military role in the president-elect's deportation effort.ABC News - Dec. 8 -
Lindsey Vonn Returns to Competitive Skiing
Nearly six years after her retirement, the American alpine skiing great was back in action Saturday in a pair of downhill races.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
South Korea’s President Survives Impeachment Bid
Opposition lawmakers failed to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over the political crisis he sparked by declaring martial law earlier this week. Tens of thousands of protesters had gathered.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
South Korean president survives impeachment vote
Lawmakers narrowly failed to pass a bill to censure Yoon Suk Yeol after he declared martial law on Tuesday.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
South Korean president survives impeachment vote
Members from Yoon Suk Yeol’s People Power party walked out of the chamber before the ballotFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
Canada’s 988 Crisis Hotline, a ‘Pathway to Survival,’ One Year Later
The hotline responded to more than 300,000 calls and texts in its inaugural year, reinforcing appeals for Canada to establish a national suicide prevention strategy.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
How climate change could make snowfall worse in parts of the U.S.
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
This Startup Has an AI-Powered Solution to Fight Wildfires
FireDome emerged from stealth Tuesday to combat wildfires with technology that is designed after a missile defense system.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
Will Congestion Pricing Survive Trump’s Vow to Kill It?
The program will unleash an economic boon, breathing new life into a city still trying to get its bearings post-Covid.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Canva Revolutionized Graphic Design. Will It Survive the Age of AI?
Generative AI could have been an existential threat for Canva, which made billions by making graphic design quick and easy. But for CEO Melanie Perkins, it’s simply making the world more visual.Wired - Dec. 6 -
Victim-support cut to be devastating, charity says
The cut follows government promises of stronger protections for victims of crimes such as stalking.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
The ‘Devastating’ Part of College Football Recruiting
Decommitments are part of the sport. But for those involved, that doesn’t make it any easier.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Man United's Shaw 'devastated' by injury setback
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has said he's "devastated" after suffering a fresh injury setback.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Can the world’s trade police survive Trump II?
Relevance of World Trade Organization under scrutiny amid US president-elect’s protectionist stance. The sting of teargas was a price worth paying, said Michael Dolan, as he looks back on the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Passengers in fatal bus crash near French ski resort were mostly Colombian nationals living in Spain
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One of Thailand's Iconic Hotel Brands Just Opened a Brand-new Tented Resort — and We Got the First Look
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The UFC moment that left Chris Weidman 'devastated'
If the New York commission would've allowed it, Chris Weidman was ready to get his Diego Lopes vs. Dan Ige on after his last-second UFC 309 cancelation.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 1
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