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Fires in Spokane, Washington, burn 600 structures, force 60,000 evacuations

A total of 1,000sq km (386sq miles) has burned across Washington state, and some of the fires have not been contained.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 14 minutes ago

Dozens Of Wildfires Ravage Western States, Prompting Thousands To Flee

“The whole northwest is heavily impacted right now,” said Keila Vizcarra, the spokesperson for the federal team handling the Big Grass Fire.

Huffington Post - Politics - 38 minutes ago

Destructive wildfires prompt evacuations in Washington state

About 5,000 homes have been evacuated and about 600 homes, businesses and other buildings have been destroyed by wildfires that remained uncontained Sunday in eastern Washington state, authorities said.

CBC News - Top Stories - 55 minutes ago

CBS Weekend News - Spokane, Washington, under siege from wildfires - Explosive wildfires in Spokane, Washington, have destroyed more than 600 structures, many of them within the city limits. The fast-moving flames led to mass evacuations and chaos, as families fled their homes. Adam Yamaguchi reports and Andrew Kozak looks at the forecast and the record heat threatening 50 million Americans. 2H ago - 4:10

Explosive wildfires in Spokane, Washington, have destroyed more than 600 structures, many of them within the city limits. The fast-moving flames led to mass evacuations and chaos, as families fled their homes. Adam Yamaguchi reports and Andrew Kozak looks at the forecast and the record heat threatening 50 million Americans.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Two killed when firefighting helicopters collide near Athens as Europe's wildfire emergency rages

ATHENS — Two Greek firefighting helicopters collided in midair on Sunday as they were battling a wind-driven wildfire west of Athens, sending one aircraft crashing to the ground. Two crew members, a Greek and a Danish national, died in the crash.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Eala's final match against Pegula suspended as rain persists in Washington

Eala's final match against Pegula suspended as rain persists in Washington

Manila Times - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Two helicopters collide while battling wildfires (VIDEOS)

Two firefighting helicopters collided in midair in Greece, killing two crew members, as hundreds of personnel battled at least 220 wildfires recorded nationwide over the past week, according to the Greek Fire Service.

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Washington wildfires force thousands to evacuate as blazes rage near Spokane

Fox News’ Sarah Alegre reports on wildfires that have destroyed homes and prompted widespread evacuations in Washington state on ‘The Big Weekend Show.’

Fox News - US News - 3 hours ago

Two firefighting helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires near Athens

Two firefighting helicopters collided west of Athens on Sunday, killing the two crew members aboard one aircraft as Greece battled rapidly spreading wildfires threatening communities near the...

International The News - World - 3 hours ago

600+ structures destroyed as wind-driven wildfires explode near Spokane amid rare fire weather emergency

Rapidly spreading wildfires are closing in on Spokane, Washington, as a dangerous situation continues to unfold across the Pacific Northwest. Thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate as multiple wildfires race across the Spokane area, triggering Level 3 "Go Now" orders, the evacuation of a VA medical center and the opening of emergency shelters across the region.

Fox News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Over 600 structures lost as tens of thousands evacuate in Washington state fires

Officials have yet to determine how many were homes, businesses or schools.

NBC News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Okanagan Lake wildfire more than doubles in size, forcing thousands to evacuate

The Bradley Creek wildfire burning in B.C.'s North Okanagan has more than doubled in size since Saturday, growing from about 10 square kilometres to roughly 26, the B.C. Wildfire Service said Sunday morning.

CBC News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Destructive wildfires prompt evacuations in Washington state -- -

About 5,000 homes have been evacuated and about 600 homes, businesses and other buildings have been destroyed by wildfires that remained uncontained Sunday in eastern Washington state, authorities said.

CBC News - World - 4 hours ago

Eastern Washington wildfires prompt 60,000 evacuations, destroy 600 homes

Dozens of wildfires across the western U.S. are stretching federal, state and local agencies to breaking point

The Globe and Mail - World - 4 hours ago

Over 600 structures lost as tens of thousands evacuate in Washington state wildfires

Officials have yet to determine how many were homes, businesses or schools.

NBC News - US News - 4 hours ago

Wildfires force mass evacuations across the Pacific Northwest

Fast-moving wildfires are forcing evacuations across Washington State, US and nearby British Columbia, Canada.

Aljazeera - US News - 5 hours ago

Craig Hudson / The Washington Post via Getty Images

A spokesperson for Kaptur said the Ohio Democrat is alert and being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

NBC News - Politics - 8 hours ago

Europe's wildfire crisis holds lessons for Canada's forests

As Europe battles devastating wildfires, a wildfire researcher says Canada’s forests can learn important lessons from the role human-made forests play in fire behaviour. He says forest design, alongside climate change, can influence how quickly fires spread and how difficult they are to control.

CTV News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Greece: Fire brigade helicopters collide as wildfires spread

The crew of one of the helicopters is reported to be safe but the search for the second is ongoing. Prime Minister Mitsotakis has warned of "extremely difficult" days ahead while on expert has referred to a "megafire."

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

2 killed after helicopters battling Greece wildfires collide -- -

Two Greek firefighting helicopters collided in midair on Sunday as they were battling a wind-driven wildfire west of Athens, sending one aircraft crashing to the ground, footage showed. Two crew members died in the crash.

CBC News - World - 9 hours ago

Dry, hot summers are putting Dutch dikes at risk and threatening German river trade -- The Netherlands and Germany are suffering the consequences of a European heat wave that has brought dought and sparked devastating wildfires in France, Spain, Portugal, Crete and elsewhere.

The Netherlands and Germany are suffering the consequences of a European heat wave that has brought dought and sparked devastating wildfires in France, Spain, Portugal, Crete and elsewhere.

Boston Globe - Business - 9 hours ago

Strong winds intensify wildfires, prompt more evacuation alerts in B.C.

As of Sunday morning there were 42 separate evacuation orders across the province and another 40 alerts.

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Evacuation orders, alerts expand after lightning storm fans wildfires in B.C.

Even if a wildfire is not threatening your community, the BC Wildfire Service is recommending that British Columbians be prepared if you need to leave quickly.

CTV News - Politics - 11 hours ago

Greece's fight against wildfire turns somber after choppers collide

Two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a wildfire west of Athens Sunday, sending one aircraft crashing to the ground, video footage showed....

Daily Sabah - World - 12 hours ago

Fast-moving wildfire forces thousands to evacuate in Washington state

Washington: A fast moving wildfire swept through western Spokane County in the US state of Washington, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate as s...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 12 hours ago

French firefighters won out over one massive blaze, but Europe's climate-fueled wildfire season is far from over.

French firefighters have won out over a massive blaze, with almost 200,000 evacuees returning home. But Europe's climate-fueled wildfire season is far from over.

Deutsche Welle - World - 12 hours ago

Two helicopters crash in Greece fighting wildfires as search and rescue launched

The helicopters had taken off from Elefsina military airport, each carrying a crew of two people

WalesOnline - World - 12 hours ago

Wildfires scorch Washington state as thousands evacuated and emergency declared

State officials said wildfires across more than 250,000 acres have led to widespread evacuations and power outages.

BBC News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump cancels Iran strikes subject to deal being made 'rapidly' -- The US president claims Iran and other Middle Eastern countries asked Washington to hold off on any attack as the "perimeters" of a deal had been agreed.

The US president claims Iran and other Middle Eastern countries asked Washington to hold off on any attack as the "perimeters" of a deal had been agreed.

BBC News - World - 13 hours ago

Two firefighting helicopters collide west of Athens as Greece battles wildfires

Destructive blazes in France and Spain showed signs of easing over the weekend, but several wildfires have broken out in Greece after a period of relative calm there.

NBC News - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

Hundreds of Greek firefighters battle wildfires whipped up by strong winds near the coastal town of Porto Germeno.

Hundreds of Greek firefighters are battling wildfires whipped up by strong winds near the coastal town of Porto Germeno.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 15 hours ago

Raging wildfire torches homes, turns neighborhood into hellscape: terrifying video

Police sped toward the flames as residents fled south along North Indian Trail Road while the inferno advanced through northwest Spokane.

New York Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Tokyo and Washington took joint action to support yen: media

Tokyo: Washington and Tokyo jointly intervened to shore up the Japanese yen for the first time in nearly 30 years after the currency sank to its weake...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 18 hours ago

Heat wave brings record temps, wildfire risk to parts of Western U.S.

A heat dome stretching from Arizona to Montana is expected to be relatively short-lived, National Weather Service meteorologists said.

NBC News - US News - 19 hours ago

'Future of tour' Eala beats Osaka to reach Washington final

Alexandra Eala continues her strong season with an impressive victory over Naomi Osaka to reach the Washington Open final.

BBC News - Sports - 21 hours ago

Japan to announce joint Tokyo-Washington action on yen

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama will reportedly announce today that Tokyo and Washington have taken coordinated action in the currency market to arrest the yen’s slide to a 40-year...

International The News - Business - 21 hours ago

Washington Wildfires: 250,000 acres burned, state of emergency declared, prompting evacuations

Widespread wildfires burning across more than 250,000 acres in Washington state have prompted emergency declarations, mandatory evacuations, and major power outages, particularly affecting the...

International The News - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Fritz outlasts compatriot Nakashima, set to face Jodar in Washington Open final

WASHINGTON DC, Aug 1 : American third seed Taylor Fritz overcame a second-set wobble to beat compatriot Brandon Nakashima 6-3 3-6 6-2 on Saturday and reach the Washington Open final.The world number 10 advanced to the 23rd ATP final of his career after striking 13 aces and 24 winners while committing 16 unfor

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 23 hours ago

Wind-driven wildfire prompts evacuations in eastern Washington

A fast-moving wildfire driven by strong winds has swept across northwest Spokane, Washington. The Old Trails Fire jumped the Spokane River and prompted the evacuation of thousands of people. The

Lancaster Online - US News - 1 day ago

Fast-moving wildfire explodes in Northern California as urgent evacuation orders issued

A wildfire in Mendocino County exploded to more than 500 acres Saturday as authorities issued urgent evacuation orders.

New York Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Western U.S. heat wave brings record temps to Phoenix, wildfire evacuations in Spokane

Cities across the Western U.S. set or approached daily temperature records on Saturday, as SoCal officials cautioned residents to watch for symptoms of heat illness.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Heat wave brings record-breaking temps, heightened wildfire risk to parts of Western US

Dangerous heat was hitting parts of the Western U.S. this weekend, prompting warnings for people to stay inside and heightening wildfire risks in many areas. A high-pressure ridge is holding

Lancaster Online - US News - 1 day ago

What French communities have learned after a week of battling wildfires that threaten their way of life -- Verity Stevenson -- News

People in communities across southwestern France have spent the last week volunteering to aid firefighting efforts as blazes ravage the pine forests near their small towns. Now they face a difficult transition as they move from crisis response to figuring out how to prevent the fires threatening their entire way of life.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Pegula sets up Washington Open final against Eala

Aug 1 : Top-seeded American Jessica Pegula beat Russia's Diana Shnaider 7-5 6-4 on Saturday and set up a Washington Open final against the Philippines' Alexandra Eala, who defeated Japan's Naomi Osaka 6-4 6-2.World number three Pegula is seeking her third title of the year and 12th of her career after winnin

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 1 day ago

Gov. Bob Ferguson declares statewide state of emergency due to elevated fire conditions in Washington

Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide state of emergency Saturday due to drought conditions, high temperatures and winds fueling record-setting wildfires around the state.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Greece battles raging wildfires as flames appear to ease in France

French wildfires show signs of easing, with containment efforts holding in Var and Gironde after destructive blazes.

Aljazeera - Environment - 1 day ago

Europe's wildfire crisis shifts to Greece, as a major wildfire burns out of control

Gale-force winds whipped up the flames of a major wildfire burning out of control in a seaside area on the Greek mainland Saturday, hampering efforts to bring under control the blaze that broke out the previous day and led authorities to evacuate more than 250 people by sea on Friday. Eighteen water-dropping planes and 11 helicopters were assisting 325 firefighters with specialized forest fire teams tackling the blaze in the Boeotia area, the fire department said.

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Head coach Jedd Fisch says Washington Huskies can't win with less anymore

CHICAGO — Jedd Fisch and the Huskies are fighting an uphill financial battle.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The percentage of homes surviving California wildfires is dropping, despite efforts to harden them

At the turn of the century, wildfires destroyed only about 3% of the California homes they came into contact with. By 2020, the rate had risen to 18%, a new study found.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 day ago

Altman expresses support for AI slowdown -- Emily Birnbaum, a corporate lobbying reporter at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., mean for the industry as he voices his support for pacing AI development. -- Jul 30

Emily Birnbaum, a corporate lobbying reporter at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., mean for the industry as he voices his support for pacing AI development.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

Why Europe's wildfires are getting harder to stop

Wildfires may start with a single spark, but experts say climate change, drought and decades of forest management decisions have created the conditions for Europe's biggest blazes.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 2 days ago

France veterinary team treats pets of wildfire evacuees - A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home. 29/07/2026

Video. A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

George Clooney and Family Among Residents Forced to Evacuate Amid France Wildfires

In recent days, extreme heat, dry conditions, and powerful winds have fueled a wave of wildfires across Europe.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

George and Amal Clooney forced to evacuate home in France amid wildfires

George and Amal Clooney evacuated their 425-acre Provence wine estate in southeastern France as wildfires spread across Europe.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Suffolk wildfire continues to grow as Burnham pledges support for firefighters

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service said the area affected has grown to 150 hectares, the equivalent of approximately 210 football pitches.

Evening Standard - Politics - 3 days ago

George and Amal Clooney Flee French Home Due to Wildfire

Hollywood star George Clooney and his human rights lawyer wife Amal have evacuated their French home near the southeastern town of Brignoles after a fast-moving wildfire broke out nearby, authorities said Thursday.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Wildfires force George Clooney's family to evacuate their home in southern France

The fire near Brignoles broke out Wednesday afternoon and burned some 247 acres, local officials said.

Boston Globe - Entertainment - 3 days ago

'Terrible moment': George and Amal Clooney flee home due to wildfires in France

George Clooney has said his family has been forced to evacuate their home in southeastern France as a wildfire burned nearby, his agent said Thursday.

CTV News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

George and Amal Clooney Forced to Evacuate French Home Amid Fast-Moving Wildfires

A blazing fire near Bourdeaux has forced residents of Brignoles to leave and make way for firefighters battling to save the small town where the Clooneys have a hilltop villa.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 3 days ago

The U.S. Followed Through On Its Threat To Strike Iran. Tehran Is Now Vowing To 'Punish' Washington

Tehran has vowed to "punish" the U.S. after the country conducted what it described as a "heavy wave of strikes" as hostilities resume yet again.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

The far-reaching impacts of wildfire smoke - and how to protect yourself -- Here are the profound ways wildfire smoke influences your physical and mental health.

As wildfires blaze through Canada, air quality alerts are in place there and in parts of the US. Here are the profound ways wildfire smoke influences your physical and mental health.

BBC News - Health - 3 days ago

Iraq's former paramilitary alliance says 20 killed in US-Saudi strikes - The US military warned Iran to halt its attacks carried out directly or via its regional proxies against Washington's assets in the Gulf or Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure to "avoid further military response". 29/07/2026

The US military warned Iran to halt its attacks carried out directly or via its regional proxies against Washington’s assets in the Gulf or Saudi Arabia’s energy infrastructure to “avoid further military response”.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

'Ash raining down': Canadian describes situation in Bordeaux amid France wildfires

Emily Simmons, a Canadian pastry chef living in Bordeaux in southwestern France, says heavy smoke from nearby wildfires forced her to leave the city for a few days this past week. High temperatures and wind on Wednesday threatened to fuel further flare-ups.

CBC News - World - 4 days ago

Wildfires spread in Greece and Turkiye as EU chief urges climate action

Heatwaves intensify deadly fires across Europe, killing two firefighters on the Greek island of Crete.

Aljazeera - Environment - 4 days ago

Lebanese businessman Antoun Sehnaoui hosts Netanyahu in Washington

Sehnaoui was pictured sharing table with Israeli prime minister at a Lindsey Graham memorial dinner

Middle East Eye - US News - 4 days ago

French wildfire created a monster cloud, unleashing lightning that ignited more fires

A wildfire in southwest France grew so powerful that its towering smoke column became a thunderstorm, generating lightning that struck the ground and ignited new fires beyond the original blaze, French officials said

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 days ago

LeBlanc returns to Washington in effort to advance trade talks

Ottawa is also seeking to avoid the imposition of punishing new tariffs on Aug. 19

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 days ago

Netanyahu's quiet visit to Washington highlights Trump's frustration with the leader

Visit comes ahead of must-win elections for Netanyahu, and Trump's very public rebukes of the Israeli leader

Middle East Eye - US News - 5 days ago

In pictures: Spain and France battle fierce wildfires

Wildfires have burned through vast areas of the Mediterranean as another heatwave closes in

Irish Times - World - 5 days ago

As wildfire smoke threatens the World Cup final, trouble brews in the Pacific Northwest

Nearly 9,000 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes in Oregon and Washington are contributing to conditions that are almost “cosmically unlucky,” as one meteorologist put it.

NBC News - Science - 5 days ago

Deep space dishes dodge devastation from Spanish wildfires

NASA reports some cable damage near Madrid as its antennas and ESA's Cebreros station emerge largely intact

Register UK - Technology - 5 days ago

France and Spain brace for heatwave that could worsen raging wildfires

Both countries expect to see temperatures soar into Wednesday, which could cause the blazes to spread.

Aljazeera - Environment - 5 days ago

Free Clinic of Southwest Washington sees patient numbers climb

As the cost of healthcare and insurance continues to climb, more Clark County residents are turning to the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington.

The Columbian - Health - 5 days ago

Wildfires raging in France hit holiday spots as 4,000 tourists told to evacuate

Thousands are being evacuated from campsites, tourist residences, holiday villages and leisure parks

WalesOnline - World - 5 days ago

Blue Jays' Scherzer to come off IL, will start Monday's game in Washington on 42nd birthday -- Ken Powtak -- Sports

Toronto veteran right-hander Max Scherzer will celebrate his 42nd birthday with a start, coming off the injured list and starting Monday's series opener at Washington, Blue Jays manager John Schneider said.

CBC News - Sports - 6 days ago

Fighting wildfires: Why one strategy won't fit all forests

With Spain declaring a national emergency, France seeking EU assistance and Canada dealing with more than 900 hot spots, wildfires are out of control. How can we stop our forests from burning out of control?

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 6 days ago

Wildfires in southwest Europe: What we know so far

More than 300,000 people have been evacuated from their homes to safety in France and Spain.

Aljazeera - Environment - 6 days ago

'Many Brits' caught up in wildfire disasters in France and Spain

Hotels near the airport in Bordeaux have stopped accepting guests in the face of the wildfire threat

Evening Standard - World - 6 days ago

'Difficult hours ahead' as France and Spain continue to battle wildfires

More than 325,000 people forced from their homes in France and Spain as firefighters battle to contain flames.

Aljazeera - Environment - 7 days ago

What's causing the unprecedented wildfires in Europe?

France and Spain have deployed thousands of firefighters, and neighbouring countries have sent help.

Aljazeera - Environment - 7 days ago

Tour de France final stage shortened as emergency teams tackle wildfires

Sunday’s traditional stage in Paris has been shortened to reduce pressure on emergency services tackling wildfires.

Aljazeera - Environment - 7 days ago

Ebola spreading 'like a wildfire' in Democratic Republic of Congo, expert warns

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed more than 1,300 lives, with health officials reporting a sharp rise in cases as scientists race to contain the virus.Government...

International The News - Health - 8 days ago

Migraine-related hospital visits spike during periods of wildfire smoke, Canadian study finds -- Lauren Pelley -- News -- - -- Health -- |

New Health Canada research found a six per cent increase in headache-related hospital trips linked to particulate matter from wildfires, suggesting periods of smoke-filled air may precede severe headache episodes that require emergency care.

CBC News - Health - 8 days ago

Spain turns to grazing to curb wildfires

Farmers in Spain's Galicia region are turning to an old solution to combat the threat of wildfires. Goats, sheep and native cattle are being sent into the hills to eat the dense undergrowth that can fuel the fires.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 8 days ago

Farmers in Spain's Galicia region are turning to an old solution to combat the threat of wildfires.

Farmers in Spain's Galicia region are turning to an old solution to combat the threat of wildfires. Goats, sheep and native cattle are being sent into the hills to eat the dense undergrowth that can fuel the fires.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 8 days ago

Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S. -- Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.

Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.

CBS News - Science - 8 days ago

Canada wildfire smoke ignites urgency for climate action

Citizens’ Climate Lobby members will go to Washington to push their case. Also, Trump, unclaimed property dollars, helping children, taxis, medical sharps, thoughtful young people and Cubs fan slap.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 8 days ago

Wildfire smoke kills long after the flames go out, expert warns

"Climate change, wildfires and air pollution is a vicious circle," says Clean Air Fund CEO Jane Burston – and toxic particles can travel thousands of kilometres.

Euronews - Environment - 8 days ago

Canada wildfires expose millions in the Midwest and the Northeast to dangerous smoke

More than 100 wildfires are burning in Canada, with winds carrying the smoke southeast. Warnings about unhealthy air extend from Minnesota through Toronto and into New York.

NBC News - Science - 9 days ago

House candidate Jerrod Sessler draws outrage after claiming Colville Tribes get 'free money' from wildfires, have 'incentive' for more fires

SPOKANE — As the Kaiser Canyon fire continued to rage on the Colville Reservation on Thursday, burning nearly 86,000 acres by midday, a short video of a candidate running to represent the area in Cong

The Columbian - Politics - 9 days ago

NASA is flying planes into wildfires. Here's why

Clouds from wildfires can create firenadoes and produce thousands of lightning strikes that generate even more fires

Independent UK - Science - 12 days ago

Trump Won't Say Two Words When Blaming Canada for the Wildfire Smoke -- Nitish Pahwa

The haze that blanketed the U.S. last week gave the president a familiar target to punish—while ignoring the real problem.

Slate - Technology - 12 days ago

What you need to know about danger of wildfire smoke

Massive wildfires are raging around the world during unprecedented heat waves, blanketing millions of people under pungent haze caused by smoke carrying...

Daily Sabah - Health - 12 days ago

As wildfires burn across Canada, Ford government faces growing criticism over province's response

Nearly 1,000 fires were active across the country Sunday, as rain and thunderstorms brought relief from smoke in the East

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 14 days ago

Trump rips Canada for wildfire smoke, threatens to raise tariffs

The smoke coming from active wildfires in Canada has led to unhealthy air quality in swaths of the U.S., which could affect the World Cup final in New Jersey.

CNBC - Health - 15 days ago

Google-backed satellites for wildfire detection launch as smoke chokes US, Canada

The FireSat program can spot wildfires that other satellites miss.

Ars Technica - Technology - 16 days ago

Inhaling Wildfire Smoke May Be The Same As Smoking HOW Many Cigarettes?!

Even short-term exposure to bad air poses major risks to your respiratory health.

Huffington Post - Environment - 16 days ago

How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

Wildfire season is here — and so are air quality warnings from the resulting smoke. Dr. Vaibhav Gupta says while it's impossible for some people, like those who work outdoors, to stay inside, masks are just one way to mitigate some of the health risks.

CBC News - Health - 16 days ago

British woman becomes 13th person to die after wildfire in Spain

The woman was among eight people admitted to hospital as fire burned 7,000 hectares in Los Gallardos, Almeria

Evening Standard - World - 20 days ago

Washington also targeting Beijing in its attack against an Iranian bridge

A strategic rail link in Golestan is among the targets of the latest US raids in Iran, threatening Tehran's ability to move goods, fuel, equipment, and strategic materials along its northern corridor. This could have possible "regional consequences" involving Russia and China, as well as increase the weight of sanctions.

AsiaNews.it - Top Stories - 23 days ago

Four Britons feared to be among 11 dead in Spain wildfire

The bodies of four people were found in a burnt-out car which had its steering wheel on fire

Evening Standard - World - 23 days ago

She Lost Her Home in a California Wildfire. When She Found What People Online Did With Her Tragedy, She Was Shocked. -- Kylie Mohr

As survivors flee wildfires, online gamblers are wagering how far the flames will spread—and how much destruction they’ll cause.

Slate - Technology - 1 month ago

A U.S. Marine stands as part of an honor cordon for the arrival of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the Pentagon, Monday, June 7, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

An official told Military.com that a 63-page report on digital risk assessment was spurred by congressional members’ interest in understanding where DOD stood on the issue.

Military.com - Technology - 3 months ago

Pandas flirt at Washington Zoo

Bao Li and Qing Bao are flirting in their enclosures at Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.

Sky News - Weird - 4 months ago

Things Are Somehow Getting Worse for the Washington Post

A raft of buyouts and multiple ongoing shake-ups have left staff despondent and unsure about the future.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 1 year 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

How a Washington Tax Break for Data Centers Snowballed Into One of the State's Biggest Corporate Giveaways

Companies have saved $474 million since 2018, with most of the windfall going to Washington-based tech giant Microsoft. Lawmakers repeatedly expanded who qualifies, and they lowered the number of jobs expected in return.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago