Firefighters Welcome Rain in Northern Germany Amid Harz Wildfire

A look at the makeshift command center for L.A. firefighters

As firefighters battle the Palisades Fire, hundreds of people are supporting them at a command center that was built in less than 24 hours. From lodging to laundry to logistics, this small city has ...

CBS News - 5d

What are the unprecedented conditions facing firefighters in LA?

Fire crews are facing dire challenges, hurdles that have intensified the fires and are complicating the response. LA fires live updates: California wildfires latest news As multiple fires rage ...

The Guardian - 5d

At Los Angeles emergency shelters, wildfire evacuees turn to community help amid uncertainty

Emergency shelters have become refuges for many whose lives have been upended by the unprecedented fires that continue to ravage the Los Angeles area.

NBC News - 5d

Lack of water frustrates firefighters on the front lines

As homes continued to burn in the Pacific Palisades area, firefighters were frustrated by lack of water pressure. A fire captain said some homes could have been saved if more water were available. ...

NBC News - 5d

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 - 5d

Trump's hero's welcome

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Dockworkers union chief credits Trump for deal The head of the dockworkers union ...

The Hill - 5d

Firefighters Rushed to Control Blazes Surrounding L.A.

Also, Jimmy Carter was remembered as a humanitarian and public servant. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

The New York Times - 5d

Beto slots Everton into 'most welcome' lead against Peterborough

Everton striker gives his side a "most welcome" lead late in the first-half of their FA Cup third round tie against Peterborough United at Goodison Park.

BBC News - 5d

Lakers and Kings postpone games amid Los Angeles wildfires

The Los Angeles Lakers postpone Friday's NBA fixture against the Charlotte Hornets amid ongoing wildfires in the region, while Los Angeles Kings do the same for their scheduled NHL game.

BBC News - 5d

Two die as cold snap grips northern France

Yahoo News - 5d

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 - 5d

Biden cancels trip to Italy, meant as final foreign visit, amid California wildfires

President Joe Biden on Wednesday canceled the final overseas trip of his presidency just hours before he was set to depart for Rome and the Vatican, choosing to remain in Washington to monitor the ...

ABC News - 6d

‘Essential’: nearly 800 incarcerated firefighters deployed as LA battles wildfires

The firefighters earn $5.80-$10.24 per day plus $1 an hour when responding to active emergencies, according to CDCR. LA fires live updates: California wildfires latest news Californians: have ...

The Guardian - 6d

Doctor on the air quality risks amid wildfires in Los Angeles County

Millions of Los Angeles County residents are facing extremely hazardous air quality as wildfires continue to burn. The air quality index in Los Angeles on Wednesday was 178, which is considered to ...

CBS News - 6d

Biden says he is deploying federal resources to California amid wildfires

President Biden received a fire briefing in Santa Monica, California, on Wednesday before returning to Washington, D.C. He said he is deploying federal resources to the region. CBS News chief White ...

CBS News - 6d

Los Angeles wildfires kill five and trigger exodus as firefighters battle blazes

Los Angeles was in the midst of real-life Hollywood disaster Wednesday as out-of-control wildfires forced thousands of people to flee their homes and businesses.

NBC News - 6d

California wildfires: deadly blazes continue to grow as officials warn of shortage of firefighters – latest updates

Tens of thousands of homes affected by ‘unprecedented’ fires in Los Angeles area; aircraft return to dropping water after winds grounded them. Visual explainer: why are the LA wildfires so ...

The Guardian - 6d

DeSantis, longtime Newsom rival, offers help to California amid wildfires

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) offered assistance to California on Wednesday as the state grapples with severe wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area. “Our prayers are with everyone affected by ...

The Hill - 6d

LAFD firefighter and multiple civilians injured, official says

A Los Angeles Fire Department firefighter was injured and taken to the hospital for a serious head injury, according to LAFD official Margaret Stewart. There have also been multiple civilian burn ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Musk extends political reach to UK, Germany Elon Musk is seeking to wield the power of his social media ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Rain and snow lead to flooding and disrupt travel in parts of the UK

People have been rescued from flooded homes and stranded cars as a soggy and cold spell continued to disrupt life across parts of the U.K. as more wintry weather was expected

ABC News - Jan. 6

Germany's far-right AfD welcomes mandate for Freedom Party of Austria

Yahoo News - Jan. 6

Pope wraps up Christmas season by calling for welcoming culture in communities

Pope Francis is wrapping up a busy Christmas season

ABC News - Jan. 6

Melting snow, heavy rain lead Germany's Moselle river to overflow

Yahoo News - Jan. 6

Potent Storm Blasts Parts of U.S. With Sleet, Snow and Freezing Rain

All highways in northeastern Kansas were closed on Sunday evening, bringing traffic to a standstill in some places.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

More snow, ice and rain to hit UK, as flood warnings issued

Rain warnings are in place for southern England and south Wales, with flood warnings issued as snow melts due to milder temperatures.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Amber weather warning for snow in northern England extended to Monday

Met office warns of continued likely travel delays, stranded vehicles and power cuts due to wintry conditions. In pictures: snowfall in England and Wales Heavy overnight snow in Wales and ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Will we see more northern lights in 2025?

We had multiple nights of dazzling northern lights last year — will that trend continue in 2025?

The Hill - Jan. 5

Northern Ireland should make the most of its proximity to the EU

Belfast stands to gain from enhancing its unique position between London, Dublin and Brussels

Financial Times - Jan. 5

Parts of UK disrupted as snow and freezing rain arrive – live

Police report road collisions and warn motorists only to travel if necessary while power cuts affect parts of England and Wales. National Highways warned a “spell of disruptive snow” would spread ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Welcoming 2025 With Two New Routes in the Alps

Yahoo News - Jan. 4

Fire at food market in northern China kills eight people and injures 15

Cause of fire in city of Zhangjiakou in Hebei province is under investigation. At least eight people have died and 15 are injured after a fire broke out at a food market in northern China, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4