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Investigators discover firefighter visited woman before she was found dead in burning home

On Thanksgiving Eve in 2020, an expectant mother was found dead inside her burning Illinois home. It was not immediately clear what caused her death. She had been involved with a firefighter – ...

Police and firefighters attacked with fireworks

Three teenagers are arrested as emergency workers are targeted with fireworks during Bonfire Night.

California firefighters battle blaze

Firefighters in southern California are making progress against a wildfire that has destroyed more than 200 homes. The Mountain Fire started burning Wednesday morning and has charred more than ...

Sneak peek: The Firefighter's Secret

A young woman is found dead in her burning home. She'd been involved with a firefighter — could he have set a fire to cover her murder? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Nov. ...

Firefighters attacked during Bonfire Night disorder

Police and firefighters were targeted by fireworks, bricks and bottles in pockets of disorder across Scotland.

Firefighters battle wildfires on both coasts

From New Jersey to California, wildfires are continuing to rage on both coasts and despite current weather conditions offering some relief, the situation is far from over. NBC News’ George Solis ...

H5N1 bird flu virus discovered in pigs

Oregon state and federal officials are investigating positive H5N1 bird flu cases at a farm after the virus was detected in a pig in the U.S. for the first time. USDA National Veterinary Services ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Butchered remains of dolphin discovered on New Jersey beach

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration investigates discovery of remains of common dolphin. The butchered remains of a dolphin were found on a New Jersey beach, and federal authorities are ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Mum of girl burned by firework warns of dangers

Bonfire night can turn from family fun to "hell" in a split second, said mum.

How I Discovered I Was Stolen at Birth

There could have been as many 50,000 babies trafficked out of Chile between the 1950s and the 1990s.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park contained, FDNY says

FDNY crews in Brooklyn's Prospect Park are monitoring for hot spots after battling a brush fire that consumed approximately two acres.

PSNI not 'rigorous enough' in investigating Simpson death

For several months, Katie Simpson’s death in 2020 was treated by detectives as a suicide.

Texas firefighters save toddler from burning home

Two firefighters are being hailed as heroes after saving a toddler from a burning home in Grandbury, Texas. Omar Villafranca spoke with the firefighters and the little boy's mother.

Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific

Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.

World’s largest known coral discovered in Solomon Islands

Gigantic multicoloured organism is visible from space and has grown for between 300 and 500 years. The world’s largest known coral, visible from space, has been discovered in the waters of the ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

On the front lines with firefighters as they battle wildfires in New Jersey

Tom Hanson embedded with fire crews Thursday as they continue to battle stubborn wildfires in New Jersey and New York. New Jersey's dry conditions have helped contribute to the growth of the ...

Macy’s Discovers Employee Hid Millions in Delivery Expenses

The department store chain said it had found the erroneous accounting entries while preparing its results for the third quarter.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Five in hospital after north London takeaway blaze

Around 100 firefighters spent over four hours to get the blaze on Seven Sisters Road under control.

Blinken Visits NATO Headquarters

The U.S. secretary of state met with European allies rattled by the American election results at a critical moment for Ukraine and the alliance.

World - The New York Times - November 13

As summers get hotter, Greece's seasonal firefighters protest for permanent jobs

Hundreds of seasonal firefighters in Greece have protested outside the country's Civil Protection Ministry, demanding permanent jobs as their contracts expired after a harsh wildfire season

World - ABC News - October 31

Hidden Maya city discovered in Mexico jungle by doctoral student

The ancient Maya city was named "Valeriana" after a nearby freshwater lagoon and built before 150 AD, researchers said.

Scientist Accidentally Discovers Ancient Mayan City While Browsing Web

World - Yahoo News - November 1

Swapped at birth: Two women discovered they weren’t who they thought they were

It was only a home DNA test but its unexpected results rocked two families to their core.

Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle stubborn brush fires across state

Firefighters in Massachusetts are continuing to battle stubborn brush fires across the state with officials urging residents to take precautions to help avoid sparking new blazes.

A New Study Discovered 20 Ways to Strengthen Your Friendships

Surveys show Americans are losing touch with their friends. These research-backed interventions can help you strengthen your friendships.

Business - Inc. - November 6

WATCH: Firefighter saves American flag from California wildfire

Firefighters in Ventura County, California, are battling a fast-moving wildfire that has consumed more than 10,000 acres since it began early Wednesday.

Man Discovers Wild Python Hiding in His Toilet Twice in One Week

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Eye Opener: Firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire near Los Angeles

Firefighters battle fast-moving wildfire near Los Angeles that's destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands of people to evacuate. Also, President-elect Trump makes his first cabinet pick while ...

Calmer winds help firefighters make progress against California's Mountain Fire

Calmer winds helped California firefighters battle the once out-of-control Mountain Fire on Friday as they continued to defend homes from the destructive blaze, officials said.

Large brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park under control: FDNY

Firefighters are battling large brush fire in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.

Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

After the Mountain fire ballooned to more than 20,000 acres in less than 24 hours, improving weather conditions helped crews contain more of the blaze on Saturday.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say

A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said.

North Texas firefighters save 2-year-old from apartment blaze

It's something firefighters never want to hear. An apartment is on fire and a toddler is trapped inside.

Eye Opener: Firefighters struggle to contain fires on both coasts

Dry conditions challenge firefighters struggling to contain massive wildfires on both coasts. Also, more information on what to expect from the future of the Trump administration. All that and all ...

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