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Vince McMahon, SEC reach deal over settlements
The SEC says it has settled charges against former WWE CEO Vince McMahon over his failure to disclose that he signed two settlement agreements worth $10.5 million with two women in order for them ...ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Venezuela’s Maduro sworn in amid outrage over alleged fraudulent election
US announces $65m bounty for arrest of president, who has led country since 2013 and failed to prove he won recent vote. Venezuela’s authoritarian president, Nicolás Maduro , has been accused of ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
Rebels force RFU vote on under-fire Sweeney
Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney's future will be voted on by rugby clubs across England after his critics forced the governing body to call a crisis summit.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
How to deal with "survivor's guilt" amid wildfires, according to an expert
The wildfires in California are leaving many of those unaffected feeling a sense of "survivor's guilt." A psychiatrist shares advice.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Haitians in the U.S. under temporary protection in anxious limbo amid shifting immigration policies
Haitians who are in the U.S. legally under temporary programs say they are concerned about their ability to remain in the country as President-elect Donald Trump plans to end the programs and carry ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Amid L.A. fires, some Pacific Palisades residents briefly return home to see what's left
Some residents of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood in Los Angeles were briefly allowed to check on their homes amid the devastation from ongoing wildfires. KCAL reporter Michele Gile spoke to a ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Disney's KABC and PBS SoCal stations' signals from Mt. Wilson restored amid Eaton fire
Flames from the Eaton fire came perilously close to the Mt. Wilson transmitters, and local stations, including KABC, PBS SoCal and radio KLOS-FM, reported losing transmissions.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 10 -
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Biden says federal government to cover 100% of costs for initial LA fire recovery
President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Animal shelter takes in 300 animals amid LA fires
A Pasadena animal shelter has urged evacuees to "please take your animals with you" as they have brought in 300 animals after evacuations.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
The Costs of the Los Angeles Fires
Damages are now estimated to reach up to $57 billion. The blazes add to a string of climate-related catastrophes hitting businesses and homeowners.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Sources: Barça VP steps down over Nike deal
Barcelona vice president Juli Guiu has stepped down over discrepancies relating to the club's new deal with Nike, sources have confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Newsom's fire response under microscope amid presidential speculation
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is in the spotlight as multiple wildfires tear through the Los Angeles area, putting his response under a microscope amid speculation over his political ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Hungarian energy bid under review over Russia concerns, says Romanian minister
Bucharest could mirror Spain’s recent decision to block a takeover on security grounds, says Sebastian BurdujaFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
WATCH: Insurance expert on how to prepare for insurance claims amid California fires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with insurance broker Karl Susman about the difficulty of insuring homes and making fire claims in California as residents begin to survey the damage left by the fire.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Thousands of L.A. homeowners do not have insurance amid fires
Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners do not have home insurance. Several private insurers in California have either raised prices or completely removed their coverage in at-risk areas. Business ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Harris, Emhoff cancel trip to Singapore, Middle East, Germany amid California fires
Vice President Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff announced their decision to cancel their upcoming international trips on Thursday in the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires. “In response to ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
L.A. homes reduced to ashes amid fires
Tens of thousands in Los Angeles County are living a nightmare scenario as crews battle some of the worst wildfires the area has seen in years. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports and Mark ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Biden says feds will cover 100% of fire response costs in California
"I told the governor and local officials, spare no expense," President Biden said, calling the damage "catastrophic."CBS News - Jan. 9 -
LA officials warn against looting amid fires, say 20 arrested so far
Los Angeles officials on Wednesday warned against looting amid deadly wildfires raging in the area. “In the midst of the emergency, we’ve all seen individuals who are targeting vulnerable ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Pound falls to lowest in over a year after UK borrowing costs rise
Economists have warned the rise could mean further tax hikes or spending cuts by the government.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Palisades Fire devastates communities amid call for additional help to contain wildfires
The Palisades Fire has devoured everything in its path, including some of the most exclusive and pricey neighborhoods in the U.S. It is now considered the most destructive fire in Los Angeles ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
5 wildfires still burning around Los Angeles, over 100,000 under evacuation orders
Authorities are still trying to grapple with the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles history. At least five people have been killed and more than 100,000 are under evacuation orders. CBS News ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
California wildfire forecast: LA under critical fire risk with gusty winds forecast
High pressure is building from the north and that will help to tighten the pressure gradient over southern California, producing more gusty winds.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Biden postpones Italy trip amid raging Los Angeles fires
President Biden will no longer travel to Italy this weekend as fires rage in Los Angeles County, the White House said Wednesday. "After returning this evening from Los Angeles, where earlier today ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Celebrities share their stories of evacuation and loss amid devastating fires
Actor James Woods broke down in tears, saying 'I'm sorry, I thought I would be stronger than this," as he talked about evacuating. "One day you're swimming in the pool and the next day it's all ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Grounds of historic Villa de Leon caught in blaze amid Palisades Fire
Video captured the grounds of the Villa de Leon on fire. The historic mansion has been featured in many high-profile music videos and commercials. The mansion is located near the Getty Villa, an ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Biden offers support in LA County amid 'astounding' fires
President Biden on Wednesday viewed the damage from wildfires in Southern California and pledged his administration’s support for state and local officials and first responders battling the blazes. ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
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WATCH: ABC TV reporter battles ‘vicious’ winds amid LA fires
Leanne Suter, of ABC News' Los Angeles station KABC, reports from the Eaton Fire in Southern California.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
UK offers to frontload payments in Chagos Islands talks
Officials are racing to conclude deal before Donald Trump takes office later this monthFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
Israel, Hezbollah Fighting Stretches a Cease-Fire Deal to the Limit
Both sides are accusing each other of violations as the deadline nears for Israeli troops to withdraw from Lebanon.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 8 -
'Unstoppable' and 'Wolf Man' premieres canceled amid Pacific Palisades fire, severe winds
The L.A. premieres for 'Unstoppable' and 'Wolf Man' were canceled Tuesday due to concerns over severe winds and the growing fire in Pacific Palisades.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Parts of Los Angeles under evacuation as Palisades fire picks up due to high winds
LOS ANGELES — Two fires have ignited in the Los Angeles area Tuesday, including one dubbed the Palisades fire that exploded to more than 1,200 acres and has forced evacuations, as the area expects ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Fires Break Out Across Southern California Amid Fierce Winds
The region’s utility company said it was prepared to cut power to more than 400,000 customers to try to prevent more blazes.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Democrats under fire for not sounding alarm earlier on Biden
Democratic leaders and lawmakers are coming under growing scrutiny for not blowing the whistle sooner on what is widely perceived to be President Biden’s decline during the final two years of his ...The Hill - Jan. 7
