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Santorini on alert as tremors rattle Greek island
Authorities advise against gatherings in enclosed spaces following a flurry of seismic activity nearby.BBC News - 1d -
Greece on high alert as multiple earthquakes shake island of Santorini
The strongest earthquake recorded was magnitude 4.6 at 3:55 p.m. Sunday, at a depth of 14 kilometers (9 miles), the Athens Geodynamic Institute said.CBS News - 3d -
USDA issues health alert for Wegmans chicken nuggets due to bone fragments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert on Monday for frozen, fully cooked Wegmans Food Markets breaded chicken breast nuggets due to ...NBC News - Jan. 29 -
Los Angeles to review wildfire alert systems after lethal blazes
Residents say patchwork network of public and private alert systems failed to warn them about extent of wildfires. Los Angeles county officials on Tuesday approved an outside review of how alerts ...The Guardian - Jan. 29 -
François Ponchaud, Who Alerted World to Cambodian Atrocities, Dies at 85
A French Catholic priest, he wrote a book recounting horrors committed by the Khmer Rouge that were responsible for the deaths of almost two million people.The New York Times - Jan. 28 -
Blue Alert: Why Democrats are poised to win in 2028 and 2032
The Republican Party is at a critical crossroads, facing electoral hurdles in 2028 and potential losses in the House of Representatives, while Democrats are poised to win both the 2028 and 2032 ...The Hill - Jan. 25 -
An Evacuation, and a Haunting Question
Alexandra Berzon, an investigative reporter who lives in Los Angeles, reflects on her family’s evacuation from the Eaton fire.The New York Times - Jan. 24 -
Millions get phone alert as Storm Éowyn closes in and poses danger to life
Eowyn could be the storm of the century for Ireland, with strong winds of up to 100mph forecast.BBC News - Jan. 23 -
Panama Alerts United Nations to Trump’s Inaugural Remarks
On Monday, President Trump said of the Panama Canal, “We’re taking it back.” The letter from Panama cited articles of the U.N. charter that prohibit member states from using threats and force.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Apple suspends error-strewn AI generated news alerts
The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes summarising headlines.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Apple suspends AI-generated news alert service after BBC complaint
Inaccurate notices branded with broadcaster’s logo sent to iPhone users but tech firm works on improvements. Apple is suspending an artificial intelligence feature that made inaccurate summaries of ...The Guardian - Jan. 17 -
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Tsunami alert lifted after magnitude 6.6 earthquake rattles southwestern Japan
A strong earthquake has rattled southwestern Japan, but there were no reports of serious damageABC News - Jan. 14 -
Strong earthquake hits Japan, triggering tsunami alerts
A strong earthquake struck southwestern Japan, the U.S. Geological Survey said, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami advisory.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
FA Cup 3rd round: Arsenal-Man Utd showdown; Spurs on upset alert
A look at the matches to watch in England's most prestigious cup competition.ESPN - Jan. 12 -
Trump's talk of expansion puts world leaders on alert
President-elect Trump’s talk of territorial expansion has rattled world leaders at an already precarious time in global politics. Trump doubled down last week on his suggestions that the U.S. buy ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Hundreds of goats evacuate in Brentwood amid Palisades Fire
Video shows goats being shepherded down a hillside in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Brentwood Friday night with flames from the approaching Palisades Fire in the background. Drivers got out of ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
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A timeline of alerts and warnings for the Los Angeles area wildfires
Here's a look at the timeline of events for the weather alerts and warnings leading up to, and after, the deadly and devastating wildfires broke out in Southern California.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
False evacuation alerts in Los Angeles
Los Angeles officials launched an investigation after evacuation alerts were sent to the wrong people as wildfires ravage the region. The company that provides the technology says it's added ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Company behind incorrect Los Angeles alerts says it added new safeguards
Genasys, the company behind Los Angeles' emergency alert technology, said it has "not been able to replicate" an error that sent inaccurate information to millions.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
New evacuations issued in Palisades Fire
New evacuation orders were issued last night as the Palisades Fire crept towards Brentwood, California. It shows how difficult the fight against the wildfires remains, even as tens of thousands of ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
The Evolving (and Inexact) Science of Wildfire Evacuation
As extreme wildfires become the new norm, scientists are trying to crack how to save lives.Wired - Jan. 10 -
Delta flight evacuated on tarmac after takeoff aborted
Delta Flight 2668 was traveling from Atlanta to Minneapolis-St. Paul when it suspended takeoff after "an indication of an engine issue," the airline said.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
The Evacuation App That’s Saving Lives in the L.A. Wildfires
Government agencies were slow to adapt Genasys Protect, created by two tech industry veterans at the request of a fire chief. But the app, which guides people to safety, has proved its value.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
Fire evacuation alert sent to millions in error
As many as 10 million residents of LA county may have received the text message warning them to get ready to flee.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Another evacuation alert sent in error to nearly 10 million L.A. area residents
Evacuation orders and an alarm sound were mistakenly sent to residents all over Los Angeles County. The alert was meant only for those affected by the Kenneth Fire.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
All of Los Angeles County receives evacuation alert in error
Los Angeles County officials accidentally sent an evacuation text to all residents in error on Thursday evening as wildfires continue to spread rapidly throughout the area. The city’s emergency ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Los Angeles pets evacuated into shelters amid wildfires
Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control released a list of animal shelters for owners interested in evacuating animals to their facilities.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Know the six P's of preparedness if you have to evacuate
If your home is at risk, heed evacuation warnings, prepare and remember the six P's of evacuating – a checklist list of the necessities you should pack.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making
Some Pacific Palisades residents said the community had long asked for more detailed fire preparation plans. When a fire raged through the community this week, gridlock ensued.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Los Angeles resident evacuated as his neighborhood burned
Many Los Angeles residents are catching glimpses of homes in their community that burned down overnight as several fires continue to grow across the massive California county. CBS News Los Angeles ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Redick says family evacuated due to L.A. wildfires
Lakers coach JJ Redick called attention to the wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, saying his family was among those forced to evacuate.ESPN - Jan. 8 -
Apple's inaccurate AI news alerts shows the tech has a growing misinformation problem
An artificial intelligence feature on iPhones is generating fake news alerts, stoking concerns about the technology's ability to spread misinformation.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
California authorities warn of Amber alert scam targeting parents
Scammers will call asking if you'd like to register your child in the event that they go missing.The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Millions of Americans under cold temperature alerts as winter storm travels south
Roughly 31 million Americans are under cold temperature alerts as a winter storm system makes its way south. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Louisville, Kentucky.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Los Angeles Fires Force Thousands to Evacuate
Also, Trump suggested expanding the U.S. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Cold weather alerts from New Mexico to Florida, with another winter storm expected
Wind chills are near 20 degrees all the way south to the Gulf Coast.ABC News - 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 -
Apple says it will update AI feature after inaccurate news alerts
One alert claimed BBC story said Luigi Mangione, alleged murderer of US healthcare CEO, had killed himself. Apple has said it will update an artificial intelligence feature that has issued ...The Guardian - Jan. 7