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Police reveal identity of man charged over East Melbourne Synagogue fire

A 34-year-old from Toongabbie in NSW man has been charged following a suspicious fire at a synagogue in East Melbourne on Friday night.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 25 minutes ago

Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas is seeking changes to a proposal for a ceasefire deal that Israel has accepted.

Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas is seeking changes to a proposal for a ceasefire deal that Israel has accepted.

BBC News - World - 28 minutes ago

Evander, Kévin Denkey each score a goal, Cincinnati beats Fire 2-1 for 4th straight win

CINCINNATI (AP) — Evander Da Silva Ferreira — known simply as “Evander” — had a goal and an assist, Kévin Denkey also scored a goal and FC Cincinnati beat the Chicago Fire 2-1 on Saturday …

Bay to Bay News - Sports - 42 minutes ago

Australia police charge man over alleged arson on Melbourne synagogue

SYDNEY: Australian police have charged a man in connection with an alleged arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue with worshippers in the building, the latest in a series of incidents targeting the nation's Jewish communi

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 hour ago

What card did Trump play to push Netanyahu toward a Gaza ceasefire?

ALBAWABA - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's sudden agreement to a peace plan with Hamas is a big change from how he has been acting during th

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Antisemitic attackers violently target synagogue, Israeli restaurant in Australia

Masked protesters attacked an Israeli restaurant in Melbourne, prompting calls from Jewish leaders and Israeli officials for stronger action against extremism.

Fox News - World - 2 hours ago

Australia: Man charged over Melbourne synagogue fire

A man doused the door of the building in Melbourne and set it alight while 20 worshippers were inside.

Deutsche Welle - World - 2 hours ago

No arrests made as DC 'teens' shot fireworks at apartment buildings on July 4

People were spotted firing off fireworks at buildings and around people in the Navy Yard neighborhood on the night of the Fourth of July.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

8-year-old girl fatally struck by fireworks on July Fourth

A young girl was struck by illegal fireworks Friday night, according to the Buena Park Police Department.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Updates: Israelis protest for Gaza ceasefire as 78 Palestinians killed

These were the updates for Saturday, July 5, 2023.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Netanyahu rejects Hamas' requested changes to ceasefire proposal

Hamas said it had given a positive response to the latest ceasefire proposal, adding that further talks were needed. But Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu called the militant group's proposed changes to the deal unacceptable. The developments come ahead of Netanyahu’s planned trip to the White House. NBC News’ Daniele Hamamdjian has the details.

NBC News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Hamas gives 'positive response' to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas said it had given a positive response to the latest ceasefire proposal, adding that further talks were needed. But Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu called the militant group's proposed changes to the deal unacceptable. The developments come ahead of Netanyahu’s planned trip to the White House. NBC News’ Daniele Hamamdjian has the details.

NBC News - World - 3 hours ago

After deadly ambush, Idaho firefighters grapple with the loss of two colleagues

Coeur d’Alene fire captain Jeff Fletcher says he and others are grieving after the ambush attack but remain "in the trenches" to protect their community.

NBC News - Technology - 4 hours ago

Netanyahu to send negotiating team to Qatar for ceasefire talks -- The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it would send its negotiating team to Qatar, this after Hamas said it had issued a "positive response" to a U.S.-mediated ceasefire proposal.

The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it would send its negotiating team to Qatar, this after Hamas said it had issued a "positive response" to a U.S.-mediated ceasefire proposal.

CBS News - World - 4 hours ago

California's Madre Fire Explodes in Size to Cover Nearly 80,000 Acres

Evacuations have been ordered in several zones in the Central Coast area.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Israel will send ceasefire negotiating team to Qatar a day before Trump and Netanyahu meet

U.S.-led ceasefire efforts in Gaza appear to be gaining momentum after nearly 21 months of war, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says Israel on Sunday will send a negotiating

Lancaster Online - World - 5 hours ago

Stunning aerial photographs of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show taken from an altitude of up to 8,000 feet

A photographer who doubles as a pilot was the highest in the Manhattan sky on July 4th -- and The Post obtained his breathtaking aerial photographs of the 49th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks...

New York Post - US News - 6 hours ago

Fireworks are out of control in L.A. Here are 5 things experts wish you knew

Your morning catch-up: Out of control fireworks, California gas prices to jump in July and more big stories.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 6 hours ago

A photographer who doubles as a pilot was the highest in the Manhattan sky on July 4th - and The Post obtained his breathtaking aerial photographs of the 49th Annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show taken from an altitude of a staggering 7,500 to…

A photographer who doubles as a pilot was the highest in the Manhattan sky on July 4th -- and The Post obtained his breathtaking aerial photographs of the 49th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks...

New York Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Pictures show scale of fierce car fire which shut major road

Congestion built up on the A470 after the car burst into flames

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Australia synagogue fire: PM condemns 'shocking acts' after suspicious blaze at building with 20 people inside

Police say man poured flammable liquid on front door of building and set it on fire

Irish Times - World - 6 hours ago

Camogie -- Niamh Rockett fires Waterford into All-Ireland senior camogie semi-finals after Croke Park battle with Clare

Seventeen years after making her inter-county debut, Waterford’s Niamh Rockett scored 1-11 and kept her dream of completing what would be a sensational pre...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Israel sending delegation to Qatar to talk possible Gaza hostage and cease-fire deal

Israel has decided to send a delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible Gaza hostage and cease-fire deal, an Israeli official said, reviving hopes of a breakthrough in negotiations to end the...

New York Post - World - 7 hours ago

California: Human remains discovered days after explosion at fireworks warehouse

Officials have announced that human remains have been found at a firework facility in California just days after an explosion.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Hamas signals it may be ready to accept Israel ceasefire

Fox News correspondent Stephanie Bennett reports on signs of a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman joins 'Fox News Live' to discuss the potential breakthrough and what it could mean for the region.

Fox News - World - 7 hours ago

NBC's Hamamdjian: Hamas Wants Longer Ceasefire, Unclear if Israel Wants War to End

On Saturday's broadcast of MSNBC's "Velshi," NBC News International Correspondent Daniele Hamamdjian discussed talks over a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas | Clips

Breitbart - Politics - 8 hours ago

Madre fire in rural San Luis Obispo County grows to nearly 80,000 acres

The bulk of the fire is threatening the Carrizo Plain National Monument, which is home to several endangered and threatened wildlife and plant species.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Fourth of July marred by shootings across several US cities and a fireworks-related death

This year’s Fourth of July holiday was marked by multiple shootings across the U.S., including one in Indianapolis that left at least two dead and a police chief voicing public frustration over the latest acts of violence in his city.

First Post - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Fire breaks out at site of Lisa Vanderpump's future Las Vegas hotel

A rep for Caesars Entertainment shared the fire "was quickly extinguished, and there were no reported injuries."

New York Post - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

July Fourth holiday marked by shootings in several cities and a fireworks-related death

Police are investigating multiple July Fourth shootings across the U.S. They include one in Indianapolis that left at least two dead and a police chief voicing public frustration over the latest acts …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 9 hours ago

Trump's tax cuts vs. healthcare fallout: Will the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' backfire in 2026 midterms?

Donald Trump’s signature tax legislation, dubbed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” faces political scrutiny ahead of the 2026 midterms. While Republicans tout its economic benefits, critics argue it favours the wealthy and endangers healthcare for the poor, raising questions about its long-term electoral consequences.

First Post - World - 10 hours ago

Niamh Rockett fires Waterford into All-Ireland senior camogie semi-finals after Croke Park battle with Clare

Seventeen years after making her inter-county debut, Waterford’s Niamh Rockett scored 1-11 and kept her dream of completing what would be a sensational pre...

Independent.ie - Sports - 10 hours ago

Indianapolis: 7 Shot, Multiple Firearms Found, Numerous People Detained

A Saturday morning shooting in downtown Indianapolis left seven people shot, two of them fatally.

Breitbart - Politics - 10 hours ago

See photos of the Boston fireworks and festivities

In Greater Boston, the Fourth of July includes a number of annual traditions: music at the Hatch Shell, the presentation of the Declaration of Independence, and the reading of Frederick Douglass’s speech “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” See photos of the Fourth’s events and celebrations from around the city.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Dozens injured in Rome gas station explosion: "It looked like hell" -- The explosion was heard across the Italian capital shortly after 8 a.m. local time and sent a huge cloud of dark smoke and fire that was visible from across the city. -- Jul 4

The explosion was heard across the Italian capital shortly after 8 a.m. local time and sent a huge cloud of dark smoke and fire that was visible from across the city.

CBS News - World - 10 hours ago

Turkiye's Izmir, Hatay and Syria's Latakia regions affected by wildfires

Three have died in Turkiye as blaze continues to rage in southern province, which borders Syria.

Aljazeera - World - 12 hours ago

Europe -- Number of passengers injured following 'false fire warning' on UK-bound Ryanair flight from Mallorca

A number of passengers were injured following a “false fire warning” onboard a Manchester-bound Ryanair flight at Palma de Mallorca Airport last night.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Fourth of July Fireworks Explode on Boat, Injuring Multiple People

Fireworks had been launched from the boat for several minutes when one exploded low near the vessel.

Newsweek - US News - 13 hours ago

Donald Trump Reacts To Hamas' 'Positive' Response to Ceasefire Plan

The U.S. president told reporters Friday on Air Force One that it was "good" that Hamas was ready to enter talks.

Newsweek - World - 13 hours ago

Number of passengers injured following 'false fire warning' on UK-bound Ryanair flight from Mallorca

A number of passengers were injured following a “false fire warning” onboard a Manchester-bound Ryanair flight at Palma de Mallorca Airport last night.

Independent.ie - World - 13 hours ago

Wildfires break out in Greece, Turkey and Syria

Two villages on the island of Evia - Tsakeoi and Limnionas - have been evacuated after a wildfire started late on Friday.

Sky News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Hamas ready to start talks 'immediately' for Gaza cease-fire

Hamas on Saturday said it was ready to start talks “immediately” on a proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza where the civil defense agency said Israel’s...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Erdoğan calls for Gaza ceasefire, urges calm in Russia-Azerbaijan tensions

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, addressing reporters after his Azerbaijan visit, reaffirmed Türkiye’s peace-focused foreign policy, tackling the Gaza crisis, F-35 deliveries, and urging Russia and Azerbaijan to exercise restraint amid rising tensions.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 16 hours ago

Man sets door of Australian synagogue on fire with worshippers inside -- A man doused the front doors of a downtown Melbourne synagogue and set them alight Friday night, Australian police said Saturday.

A man doused the front doors of a downtown Melbourne synagogue and set them alight Friday night, Australian police said Saturday.

CBS News - World - 16 hours ago

One dead after fireworks explosion sets Los Angeles home on fire

A man was killed in a Los Angeles home following a massive fire that investigators say was caused by commercial-grade fireworks.

Fox News - US News - 16 hours ago

Australian authorities condemn arson attack on Melbourne synagogue

SYDNEY: Australian authorities on Saturday (Jul 5) condemned what they said was an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue with worshippers in the building, the latest in a spate of incidents against the nation's Jewish community. The fire at the entrance to the synagogue in the east of Victoria's state capi

Channel NewsAsia - World - 16 hours ago

Watch: Firefighters battle major wildfire on Greek island of Crete -- A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds tore through southern Crete overnight into Thursday, forcing the evacuation of over 1,500 people from homes and hotels.

Video. A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds tore through southern Crete overnight into Thursday, forcing the evacuation of over 1,500 people from homes and hotels.

Euronews - World - 17 hours ago

Fireworks light up the sky during the Fourth of July celebration at Lititz Springs Park [photos]

A large crowd turned out for the fireworks as part of the Fourth of July celebration in Lititz Springs Park on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Congregation flees after arsonist sets fire to an Australian synagogue door

An arsonist has set fire to the door of a Melbourne synagogue and forced the congregation to flee, seven months after criminals destroyed a synagogue in the same Australian city

Lancaster Online - World - 18 hours ago

'Shocking acts': PM condemns synagogue attack, as police reveal new incident

Australia's peak Jewish body has condemned the incidents, saying they are "a severe escalation directed towards our community".

SBS - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Wildfire in Greece Prompts Evacuation While Firefighters Tackle Blazes in Turkey and Syria

The fire near Odemis claimed two lives—a forestry worker who died Thursday trying to contain the flames, and an 81-year-old resident who succumbed to smoke in

Epoch Times - World - 22 hours ago

Human remains found at site of California fireworks warehouse explosion

Officials have said that seven people were unaccounted for after Tuesday's explosion in the Esparto area.

NBC News - Technology - 23 hours ago

Hamas gives 'positive' response to ceasefire proposal but asks for amendments

The proposal for a 60-day ceasefire was presented by US President Donald Trump, who has been pushing hard for a deal to end the fighting in Gaza.

Sky News - World - 23 hours ago

Bands, Flags, Fireworks: Washington Celebrates America's 249th Birthday

This year’s parade featured marching bands, fife and drum corps, military units, giant balloons, drill teams, floats, and equestrian groups.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

US Celebrates Independence Day With Fireworks Display

Fireworks light up the National Mall in Washington as part of Independence Day celebrations. (Video courtesy of PBS)

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the cease-fire proposal in Gaza

Hamas said it had given a “positive” response to the latest proposal for a ceasefire, though it said negotiations were needed on how to implement it.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Hamas responds in 'positive spirit' to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Meanwhile, Israeli attacks have killed at least 138 Palestinians in Gaza over the past 24 hours, local health officials said.

SBS - World - 1 day ago

Victoria bats provide fireworks in 20-5 Fourth of July win over Ridgefield Raptors

It may have been the Ridgefield Raptors’ home game on the Fourth of July, but the team from Canada brought the fireworks.

The Columbian - Sports - 1 day ago

Madre fire spreads to 70,800 acres in rural San Luis Obispo County

The Madre fire has grown to 70,800 acres in San Luis Obispo County, making it the largest blaze in the state this year.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Woman locked children inside Logan Square home before setting it on fire, police say

Police say a woman stabbed three children, killing a 4-year-old boy, after she took away their phones and locked the doors to the home Friday morning in the 3600 block of West Palmer Street. The woman has been arrested, police said.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Hamas says it has given 'positive' response to Gaza ceasefire plan

US President Donald Trump earlier announced a “final proposal” for a 60-day ceasefire in the almost 21-month-old war between Israel and Hamas, stating he anticipated a reply from the parties in coming hours.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Human remains discovered days after devastating California fireworks facility explosion

Authorities confirm discovery of human remains at California fireworks facility days after explosion that injured two and left seven missing in Esparto.

Fox News - US News - 1 day ago

Cubs celebrate Fourth of July with franchise-record fireworks show — eight homers to blast Cardinals

The Cubs, a franchise dating back to 1876, hit more homers in a game Friday than they ever did before, with an octet of long balls rewriting the record books.

Chicago Sun-Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Hamas says it responds to Gaza ceasefire proposal in a 'positive spirit'

Trump earlier announced ‘final proposal’ for a 60-day truce in the nearly 21-month-old war

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Commentary: A new Gaza ceasefire deal is on the table. Will this time be different?

US President Donald Trump has a renewed interest in securing a ceasefire, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has a rare political window to enter an agreement and get hostages home, says this professor.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 1 day ago

Hamas says it is ready to enter ceasefire negotiations in 'positive spirit'

Group said to want stronger guarantees of permanent end to war as Netanyahu prepares to meet Trump in US

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Hamas gives 'positive response' to Gaza ceasefire mediators

President Donald Trump previously said Israel had agreed to a ceasefire deal, but Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu still has not confirmed Trump’s claim.

NBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the latest ceasefire proposal in Gaza, but says further talks needed

Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the latest ceasefire proposal in Gaza, but says further talks needed.

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

Where to Watch Every Fourth of July Fireworks Show: Live Stream, TV Channel

Independence Day is always filled with festivities, and one of the many 4th of July traditions that always hold true is fireworks.

Newsweek - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Homes burned, 1 dead in Pacoima fireworks explosion 'raining down on neighborhood'

More than 130 firefighters battled a fire involving fireworks explosions Thursday night, the eve of July 4, in a residential neighborhood in Pacoima that engulfed four homes and left one man dead and a woman critically burned, authorities said.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Supreme Court Won't Hear Lawsuit of Teacher Claiming Social Media Posts Got Her Fired

The lower courts previously held that Kari MacRae’s lawsuit was barred by prior court precedents.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Jan. 6 federal prosecutor fired by Pam Bondi quotes Theodore Roosevelt in passionate farewell letter

The email came amid the continued targeting of career Justice Department and FBI officials disfavored by the Trump administration.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Hamas response to latest Gaza cease-fire porposal positive: Official

A Palestinian official said Friday that Hamas has given a positive response to the U.S.-brokered proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza. Hamas handed its...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Multiple homes burn, 1 dead in California's Pacoima fireworks explosion

LOS ANGELES — Amid exploding fireworks, more than 130 firefighters battled a fire that engulfed four homes in Pacoima on Thursday night, authorities said.

The Columbian - US News - 1 day ago

Israel continues deadly attacks on Gaza as Trump awaits Hamas reply to ceasefire plan

Aid points are run by a US- and Israeli-backed group that largely bypasses the UN-led aid system

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Several people missing after fire, explosion level California fireworks facility -- News

Seven people were missing after a fire and powerful explosion levelled a commercial fireworks facility in a rural northern California town west of Sacramento, authorities said on Wednesday.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Game on: Republicans, Democrats trade fire over Big Beautiful Bill in 2026 battle for Congress

Minutes after House Republicans gave Trump's Big, Beautiful bill final congressional passage, the messaging wars between the GOP and Democrats flared, ahead of 2026 midterm elections.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Pediatrician accused of killing daughter was fired weeks earlier

Dr Neha Gupta has been charged with first‑degree murder after her 4-year-old died in a residential pool at a South Florida short‑term rental home on June 27

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Cease-fire on brink as Israeli strike kills 1, injures 3 in Beirut

An Israeli drone strike on a highway in the Lebanese town of Khaldeh, just south of Beirut, killed one person and wounded three others, Lebanon’s...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Trump Says He Expects Hamas Decision in 24 Hours on Cease-Fire Proposal

The terror group Hamas is weighing a final cease-fire deal which is being brokered by Egypt and Qatar, backed by the United States.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Growing wildfires across Europe are intensifying health risks

Early-season blazes fuel toxic air pollution as experts warn of rising respiratory and cardiovascular threats.

Euractiv - Health - 1 day ago

Russia launches largest aerial attack on Ukraine's capital as pessimism grows over a Trump ceasefire

“I’m not happy,” Trump said after a call with Putin, noting that he doesn’t believe the Russian leader is ready to end the war. “I’m very disappointed.”

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Crete wildfire causes evacuations of hotels and homes -- A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete has caused the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from hotels and homes early on Thursday in the Ierapetra area.

A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete has caused the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from hotels and homes early on Thursday in the Ierapetra area.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

California's Madre Fire surges across 52,000 acres to become state's biggest blaze this year

The Madre Fire has more than doubled the size of California’s second-largest wildfire this year, as it races through the Los Padres National Forest

Independent UK - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Madre Fire explodes in size become California's biggest this year

The Madre Fire has more than doubled the size of California’s second-largest wildfire this year, as it races through the Los Padres National Forest

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Fireworks Families Focus on Making Fourth of July Magical

Italian Americans tap into cultural heritage and technology to spark Independence Day with patriotism and grandeur.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Crete wildfire rages for 3rd day, forcing mass exodus amid heat wave

Firefighters on the Greek island of Crete battled for a third consecutive day Friday to contain a fierce wildfire that has scorched forests and olive...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Rome petrol station explodes in huge fireball causing several injuries

Among the injured were eight police officers and one firefighter

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

How to keep your dog safe and calm during Fourth of July fireworks

Independence Day can be a blast for humans but a nightmare of noise and stress for dogs

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

July 4th drone shows will light up skies in dozens of cities this year -- Dozens of cities across the U.S. will host drone shows on the Fourth of July this year, seeing them as preferable to fireworks. Here's why.

Dozens of cities across the U.S. will host drone shows on the Fourth of July this year, seeing them as preferable to fireworks. Here's why.

CBS News - Business - 1 day ago

Fire ravages Rome petrol station after huge explosion

A huge explosion shook the centre of Rome on Friday (4 July), leaving 21 people injured as locals rushed to safety. A fire is understood to have broken out at a petrol station at around 8am local time which resulted in two explosions, with the second being the largest. Footage of the aftermath of the explosions shows a billow of large black smoke and burning wreckage of the building, as firefighters work to tackle the blaze.

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

A wildfire fanned by gale-force winds on the Greek island has forced the evacuation of 5,000 people.

A wildfire fanned by gale-force winds on the southern Greek island of Crete has forced the evacuation of some 5,000 residents and tourists, officials said Thursday. Experts say climate change is causing more frequent and more intense wildfires.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 1 day ago

Hamas Gives Position on Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Plan

U.S. President Donald Trump says Israel has agreed to a ceasefire plan for Gaza, but Hamas has yet to do so

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Wildfires claim lives in İzmir as Türkiye battles fierce blazes

Raging wildfires in the western province of İzmir’s Çeşme, Ödemiş, and Buca districts, alongside the southern province of Mersin’s Gülnar, have left a trail of destruction, claiming two lives in Ödemiş as exhaustive firefighting efforts continue across Türkiye.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 1 day ago

How Trump's China tariffs are jeopardizing America's fireworks extravaganzas

Fireworks are a $2 billion industry in the United States, and about 99 percent of the fireworks that light up the skies across America come from China.

Boston Globe - Business - 1 day ago

Gaza aid group reacts to claims American contractors fired at starving Palestinians

Footage obtained by the Associated Press news agency allegedly shows stun grenades being fired at aid sites, located in Israeli military-controlled zones, while bursts of gunfire can be heard in the background.

Sky News - World - 2 days ago

How much did it save the taxpayers to fire and then have to re-hire these people?

73,000 government jobs were added in June, weeks after Elon Musk's dramatic departure from DOGE.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Two Youth Baseball Coaches Fired After Video Shows Them Streaking on Diamond

Two youth baseball coaches have been relieved of their duties with an Illinois baseball team after video went viral that shows them streaking.

Breitbart - Sports - 2 days ago

Fireworks advocacy group warns of shortage for Fourth of July next year

The Fourth of July in 2026, which will mark America’s 250th birthday, could face problems due to President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs on China.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Federal contractors improperly dumped wildfire-related asbestos waste at L.A. area landfills

Cleanup crews contracted by the Army Corp of Engineers dumped asbestos-tainted wildfire debris in landfills that they shouldn't have, according to government records.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 2 days ago

Tourists and homeowners evacuated after wildfire rips through Crete

A wildfire is raging in Crete while large parts of Greece remain under an orange fire warning

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

Turkey Welcomes Hamas Leaders as Terrorists Consider Ceasefire Deal

Turkey offered a warm welcome to a visiting delegation representing the jihadist terrorist organization Hamas.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

US contractors fired live bullets at Palestinians queuing for food: Report

Security staff guarding Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites say colleagues used live ammunition and stun grenades

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

After ceasefire, Iran is preparing for the long war with Israel

In line with its long-standing approach of strategic patience, Iran is not stepping back but rearming and regrouping for a drawn-out confrontation

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

How the U.S.-China trade war could cut fireworks displays short this Fourth of July

The U.S. gets almost all of its fireworks from China, and the industry is warning that tariffs on Chinese imports could limit supply and send prices soaring.

NBC News - World - 2 days ago

David Ellis on Acme Fire Cult: The perfect restaurant for summer

This is dining out as imagined by Quentin Tarantino, says David Ellis

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Tourists evacuated in Crete as wildfire whipped up by gale-force winds

More than 1,500 people have been told to leave their homes and hotels

WalesOnline - World - 2 days ago

Is it safe to travel to Crete amid 'dangerous' wildfires?

Thousands of people have been evacuated from the tourist hotspot, but what’s the current UK advice for travelling to Greece?

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

'Five shots fired': Lucky escape for mother of cocaine dealers in third drive-by shooting

The mother of Joe and Ray Frangieh was not home when attackers peppered her Concord home with gunfire.

Sydney Morning Herald - Politics - 2 days ago

Gaza ceasefire hopes grow as Occupied Territories Bill continues to move through stages

Possible consequences of the bill continue to worry some in Government

Irish Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Tourists evacuated as wildfire rages on Greek island of Crete

‘It’s a very difficult situation. The fire is very hard to contain. Right now, they cannot contain it’ - Nektarios Papadakis, civil protection official

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

Seven missing after powerful explosion at California fireworks facility as evacuation orders remain in place

California fireworks facility explosion injures two, leaves seven missing and over 150 customers without power as firefighters deem the site too dangerous to enter for search operations.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

As Trump hopes for peace, Israel steps up Gaza attacks -- President Trump says he hopes to see a Gaza ceasefire in days, as Israeli forces are accused of killing dozens of people in intensified operations. -- Jul 1

President Trump says he hopes to see a Gaza ceasefire in days, as Israeli forces are accused of killing dozens of people in intensified operations.

CBS News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Trump's Gaza ceasefire boast means zero until he gets a grip on Israel

If Trump wants to earn the Nobel Peace Prize which he thinks he already richly deserves, he needs to end the subsidies that allow Israel to make war, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

Independent UK - World - 3 days ago

This pinecone-sized device could transform the fight against wildfires

In the multibillion-dollar global fight against wildfires, early detection is critical. Satellites, drones, thermal cameras and manned lookout towers are just some of the tools currently used to alert authorities and first responders to imminent threats.

CTV News - Science - 3 days ago

Holidays -- Where to See Fourth of July Fireworks in Miami 2025

Looking for an explosive way to celebrate the Fourth of July? Here are your best bets on Independence Day across South Florida.

Miami New Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Video: Massive wildfires break out in Spain

Videos posted on social media show flames and towering plumes of smoke in the Catalonia region of Northeastern Spain.

Aljazeera - Environment - 3 days ago

How poor maintenance, oil and paper sparked major fire - and chaos at Heathrow

The "catastrophic" blaze that forced Heathrow to shut for 16 hours could have been avoided if a fault at a nearby National Grid substation, first spotted in 2018, had been fixed, according to a new report.

Sky News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Hamas Says It's Ready For A Ceasefire But Wants A Complete End To The Gaza War

President Donald Trump said Israel had agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire and urged Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen.

Huffington Post - World - 3 days ago

Massive explosion at fireworks warehouse in California

Video shows a fireworks warehouse in Esparto, California, exploding and catching fire, sending debris and smoke into the

Aljazeera - Environment - 3 days ago

Newsom calls on Trump to boost wildfire preparedness and 'make America rake again'

Gov. Newsom challenged the Trump administration to match the state's investments in wildfire preparedness. In response, the administration criticized Newsom's own funding cuts.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 days ago

I covered the L.A. fires in the Palisades. So I had my blood tested for lead

The Los Angeles County wildfires unleashed all kinds of contaminants once locked away in paints, plastics and elsewhere. Among the most concerning is lead, so, like hundreds of Angelenos, a reporter who covered the fires got his blood tested.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 days ago

Crews respond to massive explosions at fireworks facility in California

A fireworks facility in Yolo County, California, caught fire and exploded on Tuesday, with crews working to put out the blaze, according to fire officials.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

Trump says Israel has agreed conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire

US President warns Hamas to accept the ceasefire, warning ‘it will only get worse’ if a deal isn’t agreed

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Trump claims Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire in Gaza

Trump urged Hamas to accept the deal, warning on Truth Social that ‘It will only get worse’ if they don’t agree - but the Palestinian group said there were three key issues still to resolve

Independent UK - World - 3 days ago

Pentagon releases 150 National Guard troops from security mission deployment in LA as wildfire threats mount

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved the release of California National Guard troops from a federal mission in response to wildfire concerns.

Fox News - US News - 4 days ago

Rouge rules: 7 timepieces with red-hot dials to fire up your collection

A powerful surge of red – scarlet, burgundy, blush, ruby, and everything in between – swept through Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025, with standout timepieces from Rolex, Hermes, Hublot, Chanel, and more.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 4 days 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 - 4 days ago

51 L.A. places and secret spots to watch Fourth of July fireworks and drone shows

There are plenty of locations and events in L.A. County to take in Fourth of July fireworks and drone light shows, from a historic boat ride to a low-key lookout.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

UK sees hottest day of the year so far and Turkey battles wildfires in Europe heatwave

Two people have died in Italy and Portugal and Spain recorded their highest-ever June temperatures this week.

BBC News - Science - 4 days ago

Authorities find man dead with firearm nearby hours after Idaho firefighters killed in ambush

Idaho firefighters ambushed by sniper while responding to brush fire near Canfield Mountain, leaving two dead and one injured as authorities urge residents to avoid the area.

Fox News - US News - 4 days ago

What goes into the Buck's Fourth of July demolition derbies and fireworks show?

While fireworks are commonplace for Fourth of July celebrations, it's not too often that venues pair them with a night filled with muddy, smashed cars vying to outlast the others.

Lancaster Online - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Suspected Sniper Who Shot Idaho Firefighters Wanted to Pursue Firefighting Career

Wess Roley, the deceased 20-year-old that law enforcement suspects of killing two firefighters in an ambush shooting, wanted to become a firefighter.

Rolling Stone - Entertainment - 5 days ago

4th of July 2025: Every fireworks show in Phoenix

Where to witness skyrockets in flight from July 3 to 5 across the Valley of the Sun.

Phoenix New Times - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Events -- Here's every Fourth of July fireworks show in Phoenix

Where to witness skyrockets in flight from July 3 to 5 across the Valley of the Sun.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Turkey airport grounds all flights as out of control wildfire traps tourists

No flights could land at or take off from Adnan Menderes Airport, which serves the coastal city of Izmir, for several hours

WalesOnline - World - 5 days ago

China Bans Uncertified Power Banks on Planes Due to Fire Hazards

The ban coincides with major Chinese power bank brands recalling products internationally due to a lithium battery quality issue that poses safety hazards.

Epoch Times - Business - 5 days ago

Gunman starts blaze and shoots two firefighters dead in ambush attack

Scenes of pandemonium as brush fire burned and firefighters arrived only to come under heavy fire

Evening Standard - World - 5 days ago

Video: Over 1,000 firefighters tackle wildfires in Turkiye's Izmir

Video shows residents in western Turkey desperately trying to stop the spread of wildfires.

Aljazeera - Environment - 5 days ago

Out of the rubble of Iran, renewed hopes for a Gaza ceasefire

Bringing an end to the 12-day war with Iran, US President Donald Trump is pushing Israel and Hamas to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 5 days ago

Film, TV & Streaming -- Documentary about 1990 Arizona fire now available on Amazon Prime

‘Prisoners of Fire’ tells the story of the Dude Fire that killed six people and destroyed 50 homes.

Phoenix New Times - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Boat catches fire near Cape Canaveral, passengers saved

Four people escape burning sailboat near Port Canaveral, Florida, with witness reporting explosions while the 61-foot vessel went up in flames.

Fox News - US News - 6 days ago

Wildfires ravaging Europe threaten 'countless' animals

The recent forest fires that continue to rampage across European countries are affecting vital ecosystems and countless numbers of domestic animals and...

Daily Sabah - Environment - 6 days ago

Flaw in Edison's equipment in Sylmar sparked two major wildfires in last six years, lawyers say

Southern California Edison’s admission that its equipment may have ignited the Hurst fire in the San Fernando Valley on Jan. 7 is being seized on by lawyers suing the company for another fire in the same area.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

The US has just declared economic war on Africa. It will backfire

To realize their full trade potential, African nations must address existing barriers and disjointed customs regulations

Russia Today - Opinion - 8 days ago

Why western-led regime change in Iran will backfire spectacularly

The West may target Iran's leadership, but it cannot dismantle the revolutionary system and transnational Shia networks that sustain the Islamic Republic

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 8 days ago

Fireball seen shooting across the sky in Southeastern U.S. was from meteor

A Georgia county said the National Weather Service confirmed a meteor shower.

NBC News - Science - 8 days ago

Albuquerque Airport control tower fire alarm prompts FAA to divert flights, issue ground stops

Fire alarm at Albuquerque International Sunport control tower causes flight diversions and ground stops at multiple airports, with flights directed around the airspace.

Fox News - US News - 9 days ago

Israel Strikes Gaza After Iran Ceasefire | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G

Israel Strikes Gaza After Iran Ceasefire | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G Israel carried out strikes on Gaza after reached a ceasefire with Iran. Rights groups have accused Israeli military of firing at aid seekers near distribution sites. Israel is under pressure from world leaders and national politicians to end the war in Gaza and bring the remaining hostages home. Will prime minister Netanyahu agree?

First Post - Top Stories - 9 days ago

American Airlines plane forced to land after catching fire mid-air

Flight 1665 took off from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas for Charlotte, North Carolina at 8.11am local time on Wednesday

Evening Standard - World - 9 days ago

Canadian airline under fire after Muslim woman told to remove headscarf

A Canadian airline is facing backlash after a Muslim woman was allegedly humiliated when a Flair Airlines staffer forced her to remove her headscarf in...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 10 days ago

PSX builds on gains amid Israel-Iran ceasefire

Investor optimism held firm on Wednesday as the stock market extended its upward trajectory, buoyed by easing geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic stability, and renewed prospects of foreign...

International The News - Business - 10 days ago

Donald Trump drops expletive while accusing Israel and Iran of violating ceasefire

Donald Trump's comments come after Israel accused Iran of violating a ceasefire the US president had announced hours earlier.

SBS - Politics - 11 days ago

Bieker: Before the fireworks of 2026, handle the ones on our streets

In a recent article by Mike Finney, it was reported that Mayor Robin Christiansen is preparing a major fireworks display for Dover’s 2026 Fourth of July celebration, in honor of the United …

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 11 days ago

How often do ceasefires in the Middle East work?

Donald Trump says he expects the Iran-Israel truce to last forever. Our analysis of more than 2,000 truces suggest that’s optimistic

Economist - Top Stories - 11 days ago

Israel and Iran ceasefire appears to hold after Trump F-bomb outburst

US president lashed out at both sides as he accused them of violating the ceasefire he had announced hours earlier

Evening Standard - World - 11 days ago

After a shaky ceasefire, US and Israel can hardly claim to have deterred Iran

Both Tel Aviv and Washington failed to achieve any of their proclaimed objectives, from the destruction of Iran’s nuclear programme to regime change in Tehran

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 11 days ago

Oil prices fall as Israel accepts ceasefire plan

TOKYO: Oil prices plunged over 5% on Tuesday after Israel accepted US President Donald Trump's proposal for a bilateral ceasefire with Iran.The development calmed investor nerves following nearly...

International The News - Business - 11 days ago

Ceasefire, falling oil prices fuel sharp recovery at PSX

Investor sentiment soared on Tuesday as hopes for regional stability and easing oil costs sparked a rebound at the bourse, reversing the previous session’s sharp losses and posting its...

International The News - Business - 11 days ago

OIC summit in Istanbul brings out diplomacy in ring of fire

As Israel’s attacks on Iran and Palestinians dampen the hopes of peace in the region, Türkiye hosted a gathering of OIC foreign ministers over the...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 13 days ago

Commentary: Trump's unpredictable approach to Iran could seriously backfire

The US president's ambiguity creates problems for deterrence, says this professor of international relations.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 15 days ago

Southern France is enveloped in 'multi-source pollution' cocktail due to Saharan dust and Canadian wildfires

As global temperatures rise, these overlapping events are turning local air pollution into transcontinental threats.

Global Voices - Health - 15 days ago

Leipsic Fire Company hosting spaghetti dinner June 20

The Leipsic Fire Company will host a spaghetti dinner on June 20 from 5 to 7:30 p.m., with proceeds benefitting Little Creek and Leipsic Auxiliaries. The dinner will be at the …

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 17 days 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 - 22 days ago

Pressure is mounting for soil testing post-fire cleanup. The Newsom administration is downplaying the concerns

As federal and state lawmakers call for soil testing after the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, the Newsom administration keeps downplaying contamination concerns.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 23 days ago

As US braces for 'significant' wildfires, Trump's agriculture secretary addresses Forest Service departures

Democrats accused President Trump of decimating the Forest Service ahead of wildfire season, but USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says the agency is "lean" and "effective."

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

Sawmills act to relieve wildfire threat from Hurricane Helene debris

Sawmills near areas ravaged by Hurricane Helene are clearing forests of debris that could become wildfire fuel. The effort could boost domestic timber production.

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

"Death To America": Man Attempts Firebombing At US Embassy In Tel Aviv

Joseph Neumeyer, 28, was detained in Israel after the attack and deported to the United States, where he was arrested on arrival, court documents and a Justice Department statement said.

NDTV - World - 1 month ago

Biden's Physician Under Fire for Not Catching Cancer Sooner

Joe Biden's personal physician, Dr. Kevin O'Connor, is taking heat for failing to catch the former president's cancer sooner.

Inside Edition - Politics - 1 month ago

A second man is charged over fires at properties linked to UK Prime Minister Starmer

A second man has been charged over a series of fires that targeted properties linked to U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

How Should Los Angeles Rebuild After the Fires?

In the aftermath of this year's catastrophic fires, architects and urban planners begin to consider how to rebuild.

The Nation - Entertainment - 1 month ago

No sweat -- How Heidi Montag stays in shape as a busy mom — including the workout she 'loves' but hasn't done since the fires

The 38-year-old reality star told us the health habits she lives by, from her exercise routine to her diet to the ways he lets herself off the hook since the LA wildfires that burned down her home.

New York Post - Health - 1 month ago

Tulsi Gabbard Fires Top Intel Chiefs In Effort To Curb 'Weaponization'

The firings follow an NIC report disputing claims that the Tren de Aragua gang collaborated with Venezuela's president, undermining Trump administration's basis for using wartime powers to order deportations to a Salvadoran prison.

International Business Times - US News - 1 month ago

How a Chinese delicacy got caught in the crossfire of Trump's trade war

President Donald Trump’s trade war with China is crippling an entire industry that hand-harvests geoducks.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

I called out Microsoft's complicity in Gaza. They fired me | Vaniya Agrawal

“The point was to make people aware… The world knows now who [Microsoft] truly are, and what they’re doing.” As Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary with a panel featuring Bill Gates, one employee stood up and disrupted the event. Her message: Microsoft is complicit in Israel’s war on Gaza. The young software engineer, Vaniya Agrawal, was then fired by Microsoft. Now, she’s speaking out.

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 2 months ago

FDA to rehire fired staffers who booked inspection trips, but other workers remain in limbo

The Food and Drug Administration is again trying to rehire some staffers who were recently fired amid mass layoffs at the agency.

AP News - Health - 2 months ago

Insana: Confidence in the U.S. will be shaken if Trump aims to fire Fed's Powell

Investors would be deeply unsettled if President Donald Trump were to fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, Ron Insana says.

CNBC - Opinion - 2 months ago

Trump Said Cuts Wouldn't Affect Public Safety. Then He Fired Hundreds of Workers Who Help Fight Wildfires.

The White House and DOGE have sought to eliminate thousands of jobs from the Forest Service. The wildland firefighting force is one of many targets within the agency.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

Gas fire in Malaysia injures more than 100 people, damages 49 houses

A fire caused by a burst gas pipe spread to several homes and sent a fireball soaring into the sky outside Malaysia’s largest city Tuesday, injuring more than 100 people.

Korea Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Volvo issues rare recall for plug-in hybrid models over battery fire risk

Automaker reports a defect was identified in the production line of one of its battery suppliers which could cause overheating; nearly 1000 Israeli models require fixing

YNET News - Entertainment - 3 months ago

Russia criticizes US cease-fire idea for Ukraine as Putin plays hardball

Moscow's advances along front in recent months and Trump's attempt to strike peace deal to end three-year-old conflict have raised fears that Kyiv, which was backed by the West, could lose the war

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

Putin visits front in fatigues as Trump pushes for cease-fire

Russia boasts military gains while Kremlin says it awaits details from D.C. on proposed 30-day truce in war with Ukraine; Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson says her country will make its own decisions

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

Ukraine says ready for 30-day cease-fire, as US resumes military aid and intelligence sharing

After 9 hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia, Washington and Kiev announced that Ukraine agreed to temporary cease-fire with Russia, and US resumption of providing combat equipment and critical information; Ukraine: 'The offer is positive and will prove whether Russia wants peace or not,' Trump: 'I will speak with Putin this week, hoping for a full cease-fire within days. I will invite Zelensky back'

YNET News - World - 3 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 - 4 months ago

Gaza standoff: Netanyahu and Hamas' high-stakes cease-fire gamble

Analysis: Israel’s strategy of military threats, US backing, enclave's internal unrest—all pressure terror group to accept Witkoff proposal; as Arab states poised to push post-war plan, Hamas must choose: compromise or escalation

YNET News - Opinion - 4 months ago

Musk, DOGE, and the AI-Fueled Plot to Fire Everybody

MAGA takes a cue from big tech and embraces post-human politics.

New York Magazine - Technology - 4 months ago

How Trump's Federal Funding and Hiring Freezes Are Leaving America Vulnerable to Catastrophic Wildfire

Uncertainty over funding and hiring stemming from the president’s executive orders has limited wildfire training and postponed work to reduce flammable vegetation. It has also led some firefighters to leave the force, their colleagues said.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

L.A. fires hit family wealth. Daunting challenges await those trying to recover it

After the L.A. fires, many homeowners face a daunting challenge of trying to rebuild and recover generational wealth they have lost.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 5 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 - 5 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 - 5 months ago

After the Palisades Fire, What Can We Really Rebuild?

As the community of Pacific Palisades, California, burns, ProPublica’s Tim Golden reflects on how the blaze will transform his hometown.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 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 - 5 months ago

Los Angeles fire aid to come with 'strings attached,' Barrasso says

Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso said he expects Congress to put stipulations on the aid money for the Los Angeles fires requiring better state management of prevention and firefighting.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 5 months ago

John Barrasso says Los Angeles fire aid to come with 'strings attached'

Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso said he expects Congress to put stipulations on the aid money for the Los Angeles fires requiring better state management of prevention and firefighting.

Washington Times - World - 5 months ago

Donald Trump rails against California officials as wildfire spreads in and around Los Angeles

President-elect Donald Trump railed Sunday against the "incompetent pols" who are in charge of fighting the wildfires in Southern California.

Washington Times - World - 5 months ago

Trump rails against California officials as wildfire spreads in and around Los Angeles

President-elect Donald Trump railed Sunday against the "incompetent pols" who are in charge of fighting the wildfires in Southern California.

Washington Times - US News - 5 months ago

Trump to challenge Newsom on California's water policies amid uncontrolled wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to use executive action to force California to funnel more water to the southern part of the state, after a water shortage helped fuel devastating fires in Lo

Washington Times - Top Stories - 5 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 - 5 months ago

Musk says SpaceX will provide free Starlink internet in L.A. as wildfires continue

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced Thursday that his company would provide free internet access via its Starlink terminals to those affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles.

Washington Times - Technology - 5 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 - 5 months ago

Now the Wildfires Are Burning Here

That smell in the air is from brush fires in Prospect Park and the Palisades.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 7 months ago

FEMA Told Victims of New Mexico's Largest Wildfire It Can't Pay for Emotional Harm. A Judge Will Likely Rule It Must.

Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire victims sued the agency because it will compensate them only for losses that come with a price tag. Victims say the law allows them to be paid for the stress of fleeing the blaze and the toll of losing their possessions.

ProPublica - Environment - 8 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 - 8 months ago

As Millions of Acres Burn, Firefighters Say the U.S. Forest Service Has Left Them With Critical Shortages

The agency recently said that it had reached 101% of its firefighter hiring goal for 2024, but those on the front lines say the agency is understating how badly depleted their ranks are, especially for experienced firefighters.

ProPublica - Environment - 10 months ago