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Timeline: Recent shootings in South Africa

At least nine people have been killed and 10 wounded in a mass shooting in the Bekkersdal township.

Aljazeera - World - 20 minutes ago

At least 9 killed and 10 wounded in mass shooting in South Africa

Ten people have reportedly been killed in a shooting in the Bekkersdal township west of Johannesburg in South Africa, according to South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) News.

Independent UK - Top Stories - 41 minutes ago

South Africa Tavern Shooting: What We Know After At least 9 Killed

This is the second mass shooting in South Africa this month, after gunmen stormed into a hostel in Pretoria on December 6.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 48 minutes ago

9 killed and 10 wounded in South African pub shooting

About 12 unknown suspects in a white mini-bus and a silver sedan opened fire at pub patrons, with some victims randomly shot in the streets.

NBC News - World - 1 hour ago

US justice department under fire for removing Trump image from Epstein files

Democrats raise questions over why some documents released on Friday were removed the next day

Irish Times - World - 2 hours ago

Manhunt under way after nine people killed in South Africa shooting

Motive unknown after about a dozen gunmen in minibus and car target tavern in Bekkersdal township, police say.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

South Africa shooting updates: At least 9 people killed near Johannesburg

At least nine people have been killed and 10 wounded in a mass shooting in the Bekkersdal township.

Aljazeera - World - 2 hours ago

Gunmen kill nine in South Africa tavern attack -- A further 10 people were injured in Bekkersdal after the perpetrators opened fire and "continued to shoot randomly".

Police say another 10 people were injured in the township shooting near Johannesburg, and a manhunt is under way.

BBC News - World - 3 hours ago

South Bowers Fire Co. obtains setback variance from Kent County

DOVER — South Bowers Fire Co. will be able to keep its current parking configuration, thanks to a variance granted Dec. 18 by the Kent County Board of Adjustment. The fire company, located on 2.73 …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Nine people dead after South Africa tavern attack

Nine people have died and at least 10 others are wounded after a shooting at a South African pub.

Sky News - World - 5 hours ago

Shooting at pub in South Africa leaves 9 dead, 10 hospitalized

Shooting at pub in South Africa leaves 9 dead, 10 hospitalized.

Bay to Bay News - World - 5 hours ago

Nine killed in mass shooting in South Africa

Ten people have reportedly been killed in a shooting in the Bekkersdal township west of Johannesburg in South Africa, according to South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) News.

Independent UK - World - 5 hours ago

Nine people killed in mass shooting in South African tavern

Shooting took place in township near Johannesburg, police say

Irish Times - World - 6 hours ago

At least 9 killed in shooting at South Africa tavern -- m read

South Africa Shooting: 10 killed in tavern attack near Johannesburg, manhunt underway.

Gulf News - World - 6 hours ago

At least 10 people killed in shooting at South Africa, manhunt underway

At least 10 people had been dead and several injured after some armed men opened fire at a tavern in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Sunday, December 21, 2025.According to the statement released by...

International The News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Gunmen kill nine in South Africa tavern attack

Police say another 10 people were injured in the township shooting near Johannesburg, and a manhunt is under way.

BBC News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Shooting kills at least 10 in South Africa's Bekkersdal town

ALBAWABA - At least 10 people were killed, and 10 others were injured in a mass shooting in South Africa, the country's public broadcaster said on Sunda

Albawaba - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

South Africa shooting: 'Unknown gunmen' kill 9 people

Gunmen are said to have opened fire in a township near Johannesburg. At least 9 are dead and several others injured, local media have reported.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Four new films to see this week: The SpongeBob Movie, The Six Billion Dollar Man, Avatar: Fire and Ash and 1975: Breakdown

Julian Assange, Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña and Martin Scorsese feature in a quartet of movies released in the week of December 19th, 2025

Irish Times - Entertainment - 9 hours ago

Vintage WWII plane turned into a Christmas sleigh -- The Southern Cross, a restored C-49 World War II-era plane, is used by a nonprofit group for a peaceful mission this holiday season, to provide a Santa-eye view of the Christmas lights in North Texas. The goal is to keep veteran history alive and air-worthy. Omar Villafranca explains.

The Southern Cross, a restored C-49 World War II-era plane, is used by a nonprofit group for a peaceful mission this holiday season, to provide a Santa-eye view of the Christmas lights in North Texas. The goal is to keep veteran history alive and air-worthy. Omar Villafranca explains.

CBS News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Rams fire special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn following loss to Seahawks

The Rams fire Chase Blackburn after the Rams missed a potential winning field goal and gave up a touchdown on a punt return in a loss to the Seahawks.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 14 hours ago

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' extinguished its box office competition

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" extinguished its competition and was No. 1 in theaters on Friday, its opener, raking in $36.5 million.

New York Post - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

US tech enabled China's surveillance empire. Now Tibetan refugees in Nepal are paying the price. -- Nepal is just one of at least 150 countries to which Chinese companies are supplying surveillance technology, from cameras in Vietnam to censorship firewalls in Pakistan to citywide monitoring systems in Kenya.

Nepal is just one of at least 150 countries to which Chinese companies are supplying surveillance technology, from cameras in Vietnam to censorship firewalls in Pakistan to citywide monitoring systems in Kenya.

Boston Globe - Business - 17 hours ago

Times Investigation: LAFD report on Palisades fire was watered down, records show

The deletions and revisions are likely to deepen concerns over the LAFD's ability to acknowledge its mistakes before and during its response to the blaze — and to avoid similar mistakes in the future.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

US envoy Witkoff says high-level Miami talks focused on 'unified Gazan authority' as Israel ceasefire advances

The U.S. leads talks with Egypt, Qatar and Turkey on Gaza ceasefire Phase 2, focusing on unified governance and regional integration for long-term stability.

Fox News - Politics - 18 hours ago

Israeli fire kills at least 5 Palestinians in Gaza, including a baby, hospital says

A local Gaza hospital says Israeli troops fired over the ceasefire line in the northern Gaza Strip, killing at least five Palestinians, including a baby.

Los Angeles Times - World - 19 hours ago

Southern California's Christmas weather forecast keeps getting worse. What you need to know

This could be one of the stormiest Christmases in recent memory. There’s an 80% chance downtown Los Angeles will get 2 or more inches of rain Tuesday through Christmas.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

South Africa vs Angola: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, h2h

Bafana Bafana looking to end three-decade wait for AFCON title

Evening Standard - Sports - 20 hours ago

Dem Rep. Titus on Syria Strikes: Trump Admin. Lights Fires So Nobody 'Can Keep Up', 'We've Now Left Healthcare Behind'

On Friday's broadcast of Bloomberg's "Balance of Power," Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) responded to American strikes in Syria by saying that the Trump | Clips

Breitbart - Politics - 21 hours ago

'Avatar' star gets honest about Kiri's arc in 'Fire and Ash'

In Avatar, Sigourney Weaver originally played Dr. Grace Augustine. But later, she slipped into a teenage role of Kiri in Way of Water and Fire and Ash.Playing the role of a 15-year-old for a woman...

International The News - Entertainment - 22 hours ago

Disney hopes 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' reignites China's passion for Hollywood films

"Pre-Covid, everybody thought the Chinese box office was going to be the savior of Hollywood," one international executive said. "Post-Covid, that has all changed."

NBC News - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Artist's Battlefield Collection Captures the Lived Experience of Ukraine's Resistance to Invasion -- For Kilderov, who endured 55 days under Russian occupation in Nova Kakhovka in southern Ukraine, the objects are evidence of...

For Kilderov, who endured 55 days under Russian occupation in Nova Kakhovka in southern Ukraine, the objects are evidence of a war he insists must not be defined by official narratives alone.

Military.com - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

After the LA fires, heart attacks and strange blood test results spiked

LOS ANGELES — In the first 90 days after the Palisades and Eaton fires erupted in January, the caseload at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center’s emergency room looked different from the norm.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Taipei knife attack: Suspect set fire to rented residence before stabbing rampage

Taipei knife attack: Suspect set fire to rented residence before stabbing rampage

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 1 day ago

US sees progress in Gaza talks, urges Hamas disarmament for cease-fire

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that negotiations toward the next phase of a Gaza cease-fire are showing signs of progress, while stressing...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Forecasters issue rare weather warning as strong gusts fuel wildfire threats in Colorado

The National Weather Service on Friday issued a rare warning for part of the Colorado Front Range as hurricane-force winds and tinder dry conditions boosted the threat of wildfire across several count

The Columbian - US News - 1 day ago

Planning Commission OKs proposed fire substation in Milford

Carlisle Fire Co.’s proposal for a substation on Cedar Beach Road received unanimous backing from the Milford Planning Commission on Dec. 16, forwarding the conditional use permit to City Council.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Bringing the heat -- 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' review: Even the weakest of James Cameron's trio is still breathtaking

The science-fiction series remains a gargantuan spectacle unmatched by anything else in Hollywood.

New York Post - Entertainment - 1 day ago

India beat South Africa as warm up for T20 World Cup defence pounds forward

India's preparations for their T20 World Cup defence look daunting as South Africa swept aside in 3-1 series win.

Aljazeera - Sports - 1 day ago

Who was Sharif Osman Hadi; why is Bangladesh on fire over his death?

Hadi's death has led to protests, anti-India sentiment and attacks on newspapers in Bangladesh.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trapped journalists rescued after mob sets fire to Bangladesh newspaper offices

The protests in Dhaka were sparked by the death of prominent political activist, Sharif Osman Hadi, from gunshot wounds

Sky News - World - 2 days ago

Washington accuses South Africa of 'intimidating' US officials

Washington has warned of severe consequences in response to the alleged detention and harassment of US officials in South Africa

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Update: US Military Gains Access to South America Air Base

The move comes amid tensions over the U.S.’ expanded military presence in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

How the TV Yule log stole Christmas -- Melanie McFarland -- From flaming time-killers to franchise-branded blazes, TV fireplaces are now "home for the holidays" to stay

From flaming time-killers to franchise-branded blazes, TV fireplaces are now "home for the holidays" to stay

Salon - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Film of the Week: 'Avatar: Fire And Ash' - An epic but tiresome rehash

Once again, the visual mastery of the Avatar franchise is undermined by an afterthought of a screenplay that this time boils down to: “Let’s fecklessly rehash the previous film but instead of focusing on water, let’s give fire some screen time. Oh, and a sky beam. Let's add a sky beam.”

Euronews - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Cease-fire brings calm, not safety, as Gazans move back into ruins

The Halawa family’s building still rises two stories above the flattened remains of Gaza City, an improbable silhouette in a landscape of broken concrete...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

Australia calls on gun owners to give up firearms after Bondi attack

Prime minister says tighter firearms laws are needed as police lift crime scene and mourners honour 15 victims

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

South Korean firm to supply advanced displays for Air Force's new F-15EX fighters

Hanwha Systems’ contract for advanced cockpit displays is the first under an agreement to expand cooperation between the U.S. and South Korea.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Free speech will be the big EU-US battleground in 2026 – and Ireland is in the crossfire

Ireland is in a highly precarious position as we head into 2026, on the faultline between our allies in the EU and the US administration and Big Tech

Irish Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Seoul Lantern Festival aims to connect South Korean tradition with modernity

The Seoul Lantern Festival runs through Jan. 4 with more than 400 illuminated works.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Ohio University Fires Head Football Coach Brian Smith for Relationship with Student, Alcohol Misconduct

We now know why Ohio University fired Bobcats coach Brian Smith after the school newspaper reported the official reasons for his release.

Breitbart - Sports - 2 days ago

After the L.A. County fires, heart attacks and strange blood test results spiked

A new study is the latest of several recent research papers documenting the physical toll of January's fires.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 2 days ago

Interstate refugees: Why more Aussies are moving south

New research has found a sizeable number of those on the move are doing so to avoid dangerous climate change.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 2 days ago

Strong winds from coast-to-coast storm fuel wildfires, power outages and trigger evacuations across Rockies

Hurricane-force wind gusts from a powerful coast-to-coast storm helped fuel wildfires and smaller bush fires across South Dakota, Wyoming and Colorado Wednesday, as the region braces for more fire weather conditions.

Fox News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Measles outbreaks won't end in 2025 as cases mount in Utah, Arizona and South Carolina

Across the country, confirmed cases are nearing 2,000, closing in on the highest number since 1992.

NBC News - Health - 2 days ago

What the Chevron fire tells us about failures in air quality monitoring

What the Chevron fire tells us about failures in air quality monitoring.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Exclusive: State Department Blasts South African Government for Detaining, Exposing USCIS Officers

The State Department said South Africa will face "severe consequences" if it does not hold accountable its own authorities who detained USCIS officers.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

From LA wildfires to 'Time' top 100 – GoFundMe boss Tim Cadogan on why we continue to give away billions

Tim Cadogan can remember the wildfires coming for his house in Los Angeles in the weeks after last Christmas.

Independent.ie - Business - 3 days ago

James Cameron makes appearance at Canadian premiere for Avatar: Fire and Ash

Famed film director James Cameron made a stop in Toronto on Wednesday evening, gracing the red carpet for the Canadian premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash at Scotiabank Theatre.

CTV News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Ohio University Fires Coach Brian Smith for Cause After Alleged 'Serious Professional Misconduct'

Ohio University. summarily fired Bobcats head coach Brian Smith Wednesday alleging that he was involved in "serious professional misconduct."

Breitbart - Sports - 3 days ago

Top US diplomat, Qatar's PM meet amid Gaza cease-fire phase 2 efforts

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Wednesday in Washington with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani as...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

REVIEW - Avatar: Fire and Ash is big, goofy and forgettable - Jackson Weaver - News - Entertainment - | December 16

Avatar: Fire and Ash — James Cameron's newest entry in his wildly successful franchise — has exciting action, beautiful effects and little to remember.

CBC News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Lebanon likely to announce full disarmament of south 'in coming weeks'

Lebanon has left open the door for US to verify claim as it enters unprecedented direct talks with Israel

Middle East Eye - US News - 3 days ago

Viral bar brawl woman ID'ed as San Fran tech worker — she's just been fired

The woman was fired for her "extremely concerning" rampage, her tech employer revealed.

New York Post - Technology - 3 days ago

Transportation -- Allstate: South Florida Drivers Rank Among Winter's Worst

Being merry in South Florida means being wary on the roads this winter, according the insurer's study.

Miami New Times - US News - 3 days ago

James Cameron on 'Avatar: Fire and Ash': Exploring Grief, Loss and the Art of Facing Fear

James Cameron sat down with The Hollywood Reporter during his cover shoot to discuss his latest film, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash.'

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Urgent recall issued for B&Q electric blanket over potential fire risk

The blanket has been recalled after safety officials warned it could overheat and pose a serious fire and shock risk

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

Was the death of Nevin Mandour in her house fire intentional?

ALBAWABA - The Montazah II Prosecution Office in Alexandria has opened a probe into the death of Egyptian actress Nevin Mandour, the star of the well-k

Albawaba - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Edison neglected maintenance of its aging transmission lines before the Jan. 7 fires. Now it's trying to catch up

Southern California Edison began charging customers for hundreds of millions of dollars of maintenance on its aging transmission lines that regulators approved but it did not actually do in the four years before the Eaton fire, according to state documents.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 days ago

Did we start the fire? A 400,000-year-old hearth sparks new questions about human evolution

Researchers say they’ve uncovered new evidence in present-day England that could reshape our understanding of human evolution.

NBC News - Science - 4 days ago

Under-fire FIFA announces $60 World Cup tickets, for the few

The good news? FIFA responded to outrage at the most expensive World Cup ever with discount tickets comparable to the cost of a normal game for "loyal fans." The bad news? It's for a tiny share of the tickets.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 4 days ago

Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah -- Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.

Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.

CBS News - Health - 4 days ago

President Trump Under Fire After Criticizing Rob Reiner

President Donald Trump is doubling down on his shocking criticism of slain director Rob Reiner.

Inside Edition - US News - 4 days ago

CBP officer fires weapon during road rage incident near JFK Airport entrance

A Customs and Border Protection officer opened fire during a road rage clash near John F. Kennedy International Airport, claiming self-defense.

Fox News - US News - 4 days ago

Michigan Reveals Why Staffer Involved with Coach Sherrone Moore Wasn't Fired

Michigan is explaining why the woman who was involved in an "inappropriate relationship" with coach Sherrone Moore was not fired.

Breitbart - Sports - 4 days ago

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Review: Oona Chaplin Brings Witchy Villainy, but James Cameron's Third Sci-Fi Saga Installment Is Stuck on Repeat -- David Rooney

Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver and Kate Winslet head back to the future to continue the Pandoran struggle against genocidal colonists from Earth.

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Elites call the South backward — but walking it revealed America's next boom

My cross-country journey through the great state of North Carolina reveals hurricane recovery, job growth and family values that challenge outsider assumptions about Southern states.

Fox News - Opinion - 4 days ago

James Cameron Finally Lets His Freak Flag Fly in Avatar: Fire and Ash

Avatar: Fire and Ash might be the messiest of the Avatar movies, but it’s also the richest, and maybe the craziest.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Avatar: Fire and Ash Is James Cameron's Darkest Movie Yet: Review

The third Avatar film, while still filled with sci-fi spectacle, dives harder into grief.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Trump says US to investigate Israel's assassination of Hamas official as ceasefire violation

The Gaza stabilization force is already operating 'in a form,' Trump said, without providing specifics

Middle East Eye - US News - 5 days ago

They lost their homes in the L.A. wildfires. Now they can't get the mortgage relief the state promised

Dozens of homeowners who were victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires allege that their banks and mortgage services aren't giving them the relief they expected from a state law that was intended to help them.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 6 days ago

Why the Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire is failing

The truce did not address the root cause of the conflict. A new initiative with a clear enforcement mechanism is needed.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 7 days ago

Ten people confirmed dead after gunmen open fire on Bondi Beach

At least a dozen others are injured after two gunmen shot at crowds on Bondi Beach on Sunday

WalesOnline - World - 7 days ago

Multiple casualties reported on Bondi Beach as gunmen open fire

Images and video posted on social media appear to show people scrambling for cover.

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Authorities Lay Out Extraordinary Allegations Against Fired University Of Michigan Football Coach

Moore has spent two nights in jail following his abrupt firing and subsequent arrest Wednesday.

Huffington Post - Sports - 8 days ago

South Africa building collapse leaves one dead; several people trapped

A multistory building that was under construction collapsed on a temple below it, authorities said

Independent UK - World - 8 days ago

'Unrecognisable' mum spends birthday fighting for life in coma after 'gang members' set her on fire

At her hospital bedside, Alexis' family say "her whole life now is just in tatters"

WalesOnline - World - 9 days ago

Why Lebanon's army cannot defend the nation after a year of 'ceasefire'

The army is structurally incapable of protecting the civilians it is sworn to defend - because powerful states have deliberately weakened it over decades

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Not only did researchers find signs of a campfire, but also fire-lighting materials not naturally available in the area.

Researchers excavating an ancient Neanderthal site in southern England found evidence not just of a hearth, but of its inhabitants bringing iron pyrite to the area specifically to enable them to light fires.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 10 days ago

Humans made fire 350,000 years earlier than we thought

Fire-cracked flint and heated sediments have been found at a disused clay pit in Suffolk

Independent UK - Science - 10 days ago

Trump and Satan's Baby Pulls an Epstein in South Park's Christmas Episode

South Park’s multi-episode arc involving Donald Trump and Satan's love baby came to a epic conclusion on Wednesday night with a Christmas-themed episode titled "Crap Out."

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Southern California mountain lions recommended for threatened status

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is recommending listing mountain lions in Southern California and the Central Coast as threatened.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 10 days ago

What China's energy sector can and cannot do for the Global South

Will South Asia’s energy future be determined by local needs or by the strategic interests of a rising great power?

Global Voices - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Oldest evidence of deliberate fire use found in England

Experts suggest humans made fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, scientists say.

Aljazeera - Science - 10 days ago

Early adopters of 'zone zero' fared better in L.A. County fires, insurance-backed investigation finds

A new study found that in the Eaton and Palisades fires, homes that had already adopted proposed regulations on creating vegetation-free buffers were less likely to burn.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 10 days ago

India vs South Africa

India vs South Africa series hub with fixtures, team lists, match timings, results and top stories. Stay updated with every match and milestone.

First Post - Technology - 11 days ago

Bienvenido, South America! Miami to Host FIFA Titans in World Cup

The most-watched tournament in world sports is coming to the 305.

Miami New Times - Sports - 12 days ago

Markram ton helps South Africa level ODI series against India

Raipur: Opener Aiden Markram hit a sparkling century to help South Africa chase down 359 for a series levelling win over India in the second one day i...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 17 days ago

Humans in southern Africa were an isolated population until recently

A distinct population that was isolated until the last thousand years or so.

Ars Technica - Science - 17 days ago

Trump administration sued for South Shore raid footage that fed propaganda videos

The filming by federal immigration agencies of their military-style operations was central to their strategy of gaining public support for the raids in Chicago and its suburbs.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 17 days ago

'The Office' star brings holiday cheer to troops in South Korea

Comedians brought holiday spirit to troops in South Korea as part of the USO’s holiday tour from Nov. 18 to 22.

Stars and Stripes - Entertainment - 17 days ago

Critics say Hong Kong fire was due to negligence, not scaffolding

What we need includes an independent investigation into the malpractice surrounding repair project bidding, the failure of the current monitoring system and the inaction of government authorities upon receiving complaints.

Global Voices - Politics - 19 days ago

South Korea auto stocks rise after U.S. Commerce Secretary confirms tariffs lowered to 15%

Overnight, bitcoin plunged around 6% to trade below $86,000, marking its worst day since March and pressuring the broader stock market down.

CNBC - World - 19 days ago

South Park roasts Americans taking Saudi money in Thanksgiving special

Turkey Trot episode takes aim at sporting events and comedians accepting payments from Riyadh despite its poor human rights record

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 23 days ago

South Park Confirms: Pete Hegseth Is a Douche

Secretary of War and Content King extraordinaire, Pete Hegseth, invades South Park during its latest episode, "Turkey Trot." Read our full recap here.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 24 days ago

Fire safety experts explain how Hong Kong inferno spread so quickly

Incident draws comparisons to London’s Grenfell Tower inferno of 2017

Independent UK - Science - 24 days ago

Trump Fires Back After Report Says He's Showing 'Signs Of Fatigue'

President Donald Trump is fired up Wednesday after The New York Times claims he is showing "signs of fatigue."

Inside Edition - Politics - 24 days ago

The green fault line: The Global North, China, and the politics of climate finance in South Asia

“As right-leaning governments gain power, the willingness to spend on climate mitigation or on assistance to developing countries is declining.”

Global Voices - Environment - 24 days ago

Palisades Sees First Home Officially Rebuilt After Fire Tore Through Community

After January's blaze destroyed thousands of structures in Pacific Palisades, a two-story showcase home has been cleared for residents to safely inhabit it.

Huffington Post - Environment - 25 days ago

South Florida Professors Reinstated After Suspensions for Charlie Kirk Comments

At least one other prominent South Floridian is still waiting final word on his punishment.

Miami New Times - Politics - 25 days ago

'I haven't seen a game like that ever,' says Ireland coach Andy Farrell after loss to South Africa

IRELAND coach Andy Farrell said he had never seen a game like Ireland's defeat to the South Afric...

Irish Post - Sports - 28 days ago

How citizen archivists in South Asia confront the online marginalization of oral cultures and languages

Citizen archivists are preserving South Asia’s oral traditions — folk songs, riddles, and histories — by recording, uploading, and transcribing them on Wikimedia platforms, challenging text-centric knowledge systems and reviving marginalized voices.

Global Voices - Technology - 1 month ago

Fire And Fury In Wake Of NBA Gambling Scandal

TV sports analyst Stephen A. Smith caused an uproar after accusing President Donald Trump of targeting sports figures as revenge for opposing him.

Inside Edition - Sports - 1 month ago

Battery catches fire after dog chews it

Newly released CCTV shows the moment a fire chief’s dog accidentally ignited a fire by chewing on a lithium-ion battery.

Sky News - Weird - 2 months ago

The race to predict wildfires before they ignite -- We go behind the scenes with innovators building cutting-edge tools to forecast and fight wildfires. -- Tech Now

Canadian start-ups design new tools to forecast wildfires, aiming to prevent disasters before they start.

BBC News - Technology - 2 months ago

Why are girls in South Punjab, Pakistan, still being married off before the age of 15?

In May 2025, Pakistan introduced a new bill setting 18 as the legal marriage age which aims to tackle Pakistan's child marriage problem. However, questions remain whether the law will be effective.

Global Voices - Health - 3 months ago

Tracing 'waste colonialism' in Southeast Asia

While China used to be the world's largest waste importer, Southeast Asia is now taking a significant portion of wealthy countries solid waste, leading to negative health outcomes and environmental pollution.

Global Voices - Health - 3 months ago

Heidi Montag reveals how she protected her mental health during the LA fires — and the moment that had her 'hysterically crying'

The 38-year-old reality star says the emotions still "come in waves" since the house she shared with husband Spencer Pratt and their two kids burned down in the LA wildfires in January.

New York Post - Health - 4 months ago

Top Democrat on Oversight Committee Demands Trump Administration Account for Wildland Firefighter Vacancies

The request follows ProPublica reporting that DOGE cuts and voluntary resignations left thousands of vacant jobs at the Forest Service, severely hampering its ability to fight wildfires.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

How the Rapid Spread of Misinformation Pushed Oregon Lawmakers to Kill the State's Wildfire Risk Map

After Oregon’s record-breaking fire season in 2020, lawmakers wanted to map out which properties were most at risk. But anger from homeowners escalated quickly.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

The Forest Service Claims It's Fully Staffed for a Worsening Fire Season. Data Shows Thousands of Unfilled Jobs.

DOGE cuts and voluntary resignations have severely hampered the agency as the nation enters the peak of fire season, with more than 1 million acres burning across 10 Western states.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

Army Secretary Fires Entire Corps of Civilian Advisers from Communities Across US -- Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has ousted his entire slate of civilian advisers in a sweeping move aimed at clearing space for...

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has ousted his entire slate of civilian advisers in a sweeping move aimed at clearing space for voices from the tech world, as the service doubles down on its push to modernize with a Silicon Valley-style lens.

Military.com - Technology - 5 months ago

Over 1.1M power banks recalled after reports of fires, explosions

Anker Innovations is recalling more than 1.1 million power banks because consumers could be at risk of burns if the lithium-ion battery inside the product overheats.

Fox News - Business - 6 months ago

I Was Fired, and Thousands of Veterans Are Next Unless We Act

"A community of people with special expertise in teamwork and effectiveness is a valuable asset to the government, and they should be relied upon to drive the best path forward."

Military.com - Opinion - 9 months ago

At Least 146 People Were Killed After A Crowd Surge At A Halloween Celebration In South Korea

A witness told BuzzFeed News she was making her way through the crowd when "suddenly this wave of panic rushed us." This story contains graphic photos and describes disturbing video.

BuzzFeed News - World - 9 months ago

California's FAIR Plan, the home insurer of last resort, may need a bailout after the L.A. fires

California's Fair Plan, the state's insurer of last resort, may be unable to pay billions in claims arising from the Los Angeles fires and may require a bailout that could ultimately be paid by homeowners statewide.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 11 months ago

After 466 days of war, a ceasefire is declared in Gaza, to begin on Biden's last day in office

Gaza’s ceasefire brings temporary relief after wide accusations of genocide against Israel, raising urgent questions of justice, rebuilding, and future peace prospects.

Global Voices - World - 11 months ago

What was lost in fire: Los Angeles' devastation

Thousands of homes and acres have been destroyed by fires in the Los Angeles district and while many former residents, myself included, are fortunate to be...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 11 months ago

How Do You Stop a Hurricane Made of Fire?

California fights wildfires like wars, but this one may be unwinnable.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 11 months ago

Congress Needs to Support the VA and Firearms Industry's Partnership to Prevent Veterans' Suicides

Last month, House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., sent a searing letter to Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough in which he wrote that he found it "unfathomable that the veteran suicide rate, tragically, has not budged."

Military.com - Opinion - 11 months ago

Between flames and smoke, Brazil tries to fight record breaking wildfires

The National Confederation of Municipalities estimates that 11 million people have been directly affected by the fires. The economic losses reached at least 1,1 billion BRL (203 Million USD), according to them.

Global Voices - Science - 1 year ago