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This 79-year-old lost her home in the California wildfires. 'I hope to live long enough to see it rebuilt'
Karen Bagnard lost her home of more than 50 years in Altadena, California, to the area's devastating wildfires. Now, she hopes to rebuild.CNBC - 8h -
“I Feel Like a Superhero.” Hope Lives Amid Gaza’s Rubble.
Amid the devastation of Gaza, we now can at least look for some purpose beyond mere survival.The New York Times - 16h -
‘I lost 10 years of my life’: how UK betting giant’s unlawful marketing kept suicidal gambler hooked
Sam found himself getting sucked deeper and deeper in to betting, sometimes risking £11,000 in a day. Now a judge has ruled he was unlawfully targeted. At 1.17pm on 15 August 2018, Sam* logged in ...The Guardian - 1d -
Artists, songwriters who lost their homes in L.A. wildfires participate in benefit
Music's biggest artists came together Thursday to raise funds for people displaced by the devastating wildfires in the L.A. area. Working artists, songwriters and session and touring musicians ...CBS News - 2d -
Melissa Rivers on losing her home in L.A. area wildfires and how she's helping other victims
Actor Melissa Rivers is among those who lost their home in the devastating California wildfires. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the fires and how a nonprofit she's part of is helping to provide ...CBS News - 2d -
What people who rebuilt their homes after wildfires wish they’d done differently
California homeowners who have experienced loss from wildfires offer a glimpse at the road ahead for Los Angeles fire victims.MarketWatch - 4d -
33-year-old American living in Germany: ‘I don’t worry about not being able to pay my bills here’
For the last five years, American Vanessa Wachtmeister has called Berlin, Germany home, and says that she has never been happier.CNBC - Jan. 25 -
I spent my childhood in the Palisades homes my mother cleaned. We're also grieving what was lost.
The daughter of a former Pacific Palisades housekeeper, author Yesika Salgado recounts the home and family that influenced her life and career.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 24 -
I was shot when I was nine years old. My message to survivors: there’s hope
The recovery period was grueling and painful but it gave me the unexpected gifts of resilience and empathy. The day after I turned nine, 27 August 1961, I conquered the bicycle. After weeks of ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
My 90-year-old parents’ neighbor is friendly, nice and, I suspect, a predator. Am I wrong?
“He tells my parents to ignore me when I suggest that it’s time to look into senior-living situations.”MarketWatch - Jan. 19 -
They Built a Home to Fend Off California Wildfires. But Will They Stay?
The Vogts designed their Malibu house to withstand disasters. But they were only beginning to learn the mental toll the fires would take on them.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Bethenny Frankel on how her organization helps California wildfire victims
As BStrong mobilizes for wildfire relief, Bethenny Frankel reflected on the unprecedented nature of the Southern California wildfires.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
California crews making progress on wildfires as residents wait to see what's left of homes
California firefighters have made major progress getting the massive Eaton Fire to more than 50% containment, but now the area is dealing with the threat of landslides. National Guard checkpoints ...CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Woman poisoned 1-year-old girl for months to exploit her for online donations: Police
A woman has been arrested after allegedly poisoning a 1-year-old girl for months so she could post videos of her online in order to solicit donations from the public.ABC News - Jan. 17 -
How Long-Distance Cycling Helped This Founder Keep Her Business Going for 25 Years
Fashionphile founder Sarah Davis is a powerhouse both in the C-suite and on the road.Inc. - Jan. 17 -
I Fought Wildfires in California. Trump Will Make the Problem Worse.
Instead of addressing staffing shortages on the lands the federal government manages, Republicans have proposed making them worse.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
California wildfires devastate working-class families, destroying homes and livelihoods
Lower-wage workers in some of the homes and businesses ravaged by fires are scrambling to find housing and jobs with little to fall back on.NBC News - Jan. 16 -
I’m 24 years old and embarrassed that I’ve never dated anyone. How do I meet a girl? | Leading questions
We’re all on different timelines for love and fun, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. If you want a good dating life, focus first on creating a robust social life. Read more Leading ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
83-year-old woman's lottery winnings stolen as man attacks her in store parking lot
Police are hunting for a man who was caught on camera violently robbing an 83-year-old woman of her lottery winnings shortly after claiming them from a convenience store.ABC News - Jan. 16 -
U.S. sees largest decline ever in drug overdose deaths over a year-long period
New data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the largest drop in overdose deaths ever recorded in the U.S. over a 12-month period. Between August 2023 and ...CBS News - Jan. 15 -
‘The memories still exist’: Amber Ugarte lost her Malibu home, built by her late fiancé, but she’s not even close to giving up
“The memories still exist,” Ugarte says, “but the property does not.”MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
86-year-old Army vet loses home in LA fires: 'I just cried'
Army veteran Roosevelt Pullem said the Eaton Fire demolished his Altadena home but couldn't destroy his memories.ABC News - Jan. 14 -
Maps: See how large the California wildfires are
Multiple major wildfires, including the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire, are leaving a trail of destruction and death in the Los Angeles area.NBC News - Jan. 14 -
Family with three generations living together loses home in California wildfires
Three generations of the Mendoza family and their seven dogs are now crowded into small hotel rooms after their home was destroyed in the California wildfires. The family is thankful to be alive ...CBS News - Jan. 14 -
Leslie Charleson, 'General Hospital's' long-serving Monica Quartermaine, dead at 79
Leslie Charleson, the soap-opera legend who played Monica Quartermaine on 'General Hospital' starting in the 1970s, died Sunday. She was 79.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 13 -
California wildfire victims return home to find only smoldering remains
Many California wildfire victims are unable to return to what's left of their homes, but those who have made it back often only find smoldering remains. CBS News' Elise Preston discovered a ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
‘Should I feel guilty?’ My elderly neighbor and friend of 5 years left me her $1 million home. Do I split it with her two sons?
“I have plenty of money.”MarketWatch - Jan. 12 -
California Gov. Gavin Newsom invites Trump to see wildfire site
Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Willie Geist on Sunday TODAY with a preview of NBC’s Jacob Soboroff’s exclusive interview with California Gov. Gavin Newsom on the devastating ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
California wildfires highlight the fast pace of home building in fire-prone areas
“More people are building in fire-prone areas than ever before, and they are not building with fire resistance in mind, because it’s expensive,” one expert said.MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Dow sees worst start to a year since 2016 as Fed rate-cut hopes fade for 2025
U.S. stocks are down so far in 2025 as market volatility climbs.MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
As Wildfire Flames Consume Architectural Gems, a Hit to ‘Old California’
The historic ranch house of Will Rogers and an important residence by Ray Kappe were destroyed by the fires, which threaten L.A.’s spectacular design legacy.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Biden: 'We've still got a long way to go' to combat California wildfires
President Biden and Vice President Harris received a briefing on the ongoing efforts to combat the devastating wildfires in California. President Biden pledged additional federal support but ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
See how large the California wildfires are
See how large the wildfires have become. The Palisades Fire is already larger than the land size of Providence, Rhode Island.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
NBA postpones Thursday's Hornets-Lakers game due to Los Angeles wildfires, coach JJ Redick's home reportedly lost
"The entire NBA family sends its thoughts and support to the community of Los Angeles during this challenging time," the league said.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
FEMA teams working with families who lost homes in deadly Los Angeles wildfires
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working with families who lost their homes in the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, the agency's administrator said. FEMA Administrator Deanne ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Mandy Moore, Billy Crystal among celebrities who lost homes in Los Angeles wildfires
Wildfires raging across parts of Los Angeles have destroyed several celebrities’ homes, including actors Mandy Moore and Billy Crystal. More than 1,000 structures have burned from the Palisades ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
I’m the executor of my 90-year-old aunt’s estate. A neighbor threatened me and wants to buy her house. What should I do?
“I believe she doesn’t have that much time left.”MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
I’m 57 with 7-year-old twins and a stay-at-home wife with $0 in her own retirement savings. We’re focused on financial aid for the kids.
“Our only debt is $100,000 left on our mortgage, which should be paid off in nine years.”MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
‘How long can I stay?’ Families tell of last-minute escape from California wildfire
By the time Jon Oei’'s family drove toward the ocean, it was dark and the power was out: ‘There were no lights, and everything was on fire’. Live coverage: Pacific Palisades fire doubles in ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Fast-moving wildfire destroys homes as strong winds hit southern California
Fire quickly consumed hundreds of acres in the Pacific Palisades, an affluent community north of Santa Monica. Follow live: Wildfire billowed by ‘life threatening’ windstorm sweeps southern ...The Guardian - Jan. 8