The death toll from Los Angeles’ devastating wildfires climbed to 24 on Sunday as officials warned of new dangers from fierce winds forecast through midweek. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner attributed 16 deaths to the Eaton Fire near Pasadena and eight to the Palisades Fire along the Pacific coast. Sixteen people remain missing, with … Continued
In a groundbreaking legal decision, US President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge in the hush-money payment case, making him the first US president to take office with a felony conviction. The ruling, delivered by Justice Juan Merchan, concludes the first-ever criminal trial of a former US president. “This court has never been … Continued
The year 2024 has officially become Earth’s hottest on record, with global temperatures soaring past the critical 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement for the first time, international climate monitoring agencies announced Friday. The European Commission’s Copernicus Climate Service calculated a staggering 1.6°C (2.89°F) rise above pre-industrial levels, while Japan and the UK reported … Continued
Authorities are investigating the deaths of two people whose bodies were discovered in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue aircraft during a routine inspection at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Monday night. The grim discovery has sparked an international investigation, with officials working to determine both the identities of the deceased and how they accessed … Continued
The city of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency Tuesday night as strong winds spurred the rapid spread of multiple wildfires along the foothills on the northern edges of the city. The Pali-sades and Eaton fires were burning out of control in Los Angeles County as ferocious winds fueled the fast-moving blazes. Santa Monica … Continued
Congress formally certified Donald Trump’s presidential election victory Monday, exactly four years after his supporters violently stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to block certification of his defeat. Vice President Kamala Harris, who lost to Trump in the 2024 election, presided over the peaceful ceremony as constitutionally required, receiving a standing ovation from Democrats … Continued
Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has announced his intention to resign after nine years as leader, citing personal reflection and a mounting set of challenges. The 53-year-old Liberal leader shared his decision during a news conference in Ottawa on Monday, January 6, stating he will leave office once a new leader is chosen. The resignation … Continued
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell delivered an impassioned call for unity and decisive action at the opening of the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, emphasizing the urgency of achieving ambitious outcomes to combat the climate crisis. Stiell began by acknowledging the transition from the Emirati presidency to Azerbaijan’s President Babayev, … Continued
A federal judge in Texas has struck down a key Biden administration policy aimed at helping undocumented immigrants married to United States citizens gain a path to citizenship. The programme, known as “Keeping Families Together,” was one of the most significant recent presidential initiatives for immigrant families, offering undocumented spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens … Continued
Donald Trump has achieved a historic political comeback, securing a non-consecutive second term as the 47th president of the United States. His victory over Vice President Kamala Harris marks him as the oldest person to assume the office at age 78 and the first U.S. president with a criminal conviction. The Associated Press called Wisconsin … Continued
