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The perfect storm: why did LA’s wildfires explode out of control?
A combustible combination of factors laid the groundwork for disaster. Will LA learn the lessons from the fires as it moves forward?. Dr Edith de Guzman watched the flames of the Palisades fire ...The Guardian - 16h -
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Los Angeles firefighters have a critical window to gain control of wildfires
Los Angeles-area winds weakened on Thursday night, providing firefighters with a critical window to gain control of the ongoing wildfires. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.CBS News - 2d -
Amid LA wildfires, firefighter is called out for helping mom with toddler
Briana Cap, an actor and mom of two, opened up about how a firefighter showed her kindness and gave her a helping hand amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires.ABC News - 2d -
NBA reschedules games postponed by California wildfires, Atlanta winter storm
The NBA has rescheduled two games postponed due to catastrophic wildfires in Southern CaliforniaABC News - 3d -
‘Criminally reckless’: why LA’s urban sprawl made wildfires inevitable – and how it should rebuild
A century of foolhardy development, including public subsidies for rebuilding in the firebelt, hugely contributed to this tragedy, writes our architecture critic. LA must rethink – and build ...The Guardian - 3d -
Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size
Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.ABC News - 6d -
California homeowners battle an 'insurance crisis' as wildfires burn out of control
The wind-driven wildfires burning out of control in the Los Angeles area couldn't have emerged at a more perilous moment for California's homeowners, as officials try to rehab what they concede is ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Los Angeles officials face questions, criticism as out-of-control wildfires continue to rage
Authorities estimate that as of Thursday, more than 5,000 structures have been destroyed by the wildfires that have torched more than 30,000 acres across Los Angeles. Many questions remain about ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Trump Dishes Out Blame for LA Fires
Across LA County, the number of people told to evacuate has risen to over 175,000.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
How to donate to LA wildfire relief
A swarm of winter wildfires ravaged America's most heavily-populated county to start 2025, scorching cars, banks, bungalows and multi-million dollar mansions.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Aerial view shows California wildfires still burning out of control
KNBC helicopter reporter Julia Deng surveys the leading edge of the Palisades Fire as it continues to spread. The fire remains at zero percent containment.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
What is the 'ember cast' of the LA wildfires?
An ember cast occurs when heavy winds carry embers downwind to a new area where spot fires can be ignited.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Fire chief hopeful for gaining control of wildfire as winds calm
Brent Pascua, battalion chief with Cal Fire, joins TODAY to share an update on the deadly California wildfires and how firefighters are working to gain control of the flames now that the winds are ...NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Los Angeles wildfires rage out of control leaving at least 5 dead
Strong winds spread blazes as more than 100,000 residents ordered to evacuateFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Out-of-Control Fires Devastate Los Angeles Area
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How to help victims of LA wildfires
The Red Cross Cross and Salvation Army are already mobilizing to help victims.The Hill - Jan. 8 -
California lawmakers monitoring LA wildfires: 'Concerned and heartbroken’
California lawmakers are offering their comfort to families shaken by ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles County that have forced thousands to evacuate after flames emerged on Tuesday morning. “We ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
2 dead, multiple 'significant injuries' in LA wildfires
Two people are dead and several other individuals have suffered from “significant injuries” due to the Eaton Fire spreading in Los Angeles County, according to authorities. L.A. County Fire Chief ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
LA official on California wildfires: This is a public safety emergency
Los Angeles councilmember, Traci Park, who represents one of the areas under siege from the intense wildfires, joins TODAY to share an update and break down what people should know about the ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
LIVE: Thousands flee out of control wildfires in and around Los Angeles
California firefighters battled wind-whipped wildfires that tore across the Los Angeles area, destroying homes and clogging roadways as tens of thousands fled.The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Why did Mark Zuckerberg end Facebook and Instagram’s factchecking program?
The social media giant enters a more partisan political era as its CEO pursues Donald Trump’s approval. Meta is shifting to the right, following the prevailing political winds blowing through the ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Apple urged to withdraw 'out of control' AI news alerts
Apple has pledged improvements to its news summarising tool, but critics say it is dangerous and needs to be withdrawn.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Why Did the Patriots Fire Jerod Mayo? It Goes Beyond the Field.
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‘A perfect storm’: Extremism online and political polarization are increasing risk of attacks, experts say
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Why Japan is the perfect place to turn 50
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Tesla Cybertruck Explodes Outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas: What We Know
The F.B.I. says no connection has been found between the truck explosion outside a Trump Hotel and the truck attack that killed 14 people in New Orleans.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Ron Johnson: Reducing 'out of control' government spending is not only 'reasonable but doable'
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) doubled down on a conservative plan to reduce government spending with new proposals outlined in an op-ed published by The Wall Street Journal. “Federal spending is out of ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
1 dead after Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside of Trump hotel in Las Vegas
A Tesla Cybertruck explosion just outside of Trump hotel in Las Vegas is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism. One person inside the vehicle was killed and seven others nearby were ...CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Fireworks mortars, fuel canisters found in Cybertruck that exploded outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas
A Cybertruck explosion outside of the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas was caused by firework mortars and camp fuel canisters, according to investigators. The explosion killed one person ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
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Yngvild Aspeli, whose staging of the Melville novel forms the centrepiece of this year’s MimeLondon festival, explains the eerie magic of her craft. It is unnerving to be taken backstage after a ...The Guardian - Jan. 2 -
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.CBS News - Jan. 1 -
One dead after Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas
Cybertruck was stuffed with firework mortars and camp fuel canisters, with authorities working to determine the motive of the incident. One person died and seven others were injured after a Tesla ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Tesla Cybertruck explodes in front of Trump's Las Vegas hotel
A Tesla Cybertruck exploded in front of President-elect Trump’s Las Vegas hotel Wednesday, killing one person and injuring seven others. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police first received a report of an ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas
One person is dead and seven others have been injured after a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump Towers in Las Vegas, officials say. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Nicole Sganga have more ...CBS News - Jan. 1 -
Why Did Ukraine Halt the Flow of Russia’s Natural Gas to Europe?
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