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US House Passes Bill to Sanction International Criminal Court Over Israel Arrest Warrants

10.01.2025, 08:00

In a significant legislative move, the US House of Representatives has passed a bill imposing sanctions on officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to arrest warrants issued against Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The vote concluded with a margin...

Record Heat in 2024 Pushes Global Warming Past Critical Threshold

10.01.2025, 08:00

In a concerning milestone, 2024 has been officially declared the hottest year on record, with global temperatures surpassing the critical 1.5°C warming limit for the first time. This unprecedented heat not only highlights a decade of escalating temperatures but also raises alarms about extreme...

Severe Wildfires in California Leave Millions Without Power

10.01.2025, 07:00

California is grappling with devastating wildfires that have left nearly 4 million residents without power across Southern California. As the situation worsens, numerous utilities, including Edison International, have implemented widespread power shutoffs to mitigate fire risks. Areas affected...

Winter Storm Cora Sweeps Through the South, Causing School Closures and States of Emergency

10.01.2025, 07:00

A powerful winter storm, known as Cora, is impacting the southern United States, bringing heavy snow and sleet to various states, including Texas and the Carolinas. As the storm progresses, schools have closed or delayed classes across the region, with lists of affected districts being released....

Multiple Wildfires Rage Across Los Angeles, Prompting Evacuations and Rising Death Toll

10.01.2025, 06:00

A series of fast-moving wildfires have erupted across the Los Angeles area, leading to urgent evacuation orders and a tragic increase in the death toll, now reported at six. The Kenneth Fire, which has rapidly expanded in the West Hills and Calabasas regions, is threatening thousands of homes and...

Criticism Mounts Against L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Amid Fire Emergencies and Budget Cuts

10.01.2025, 06:00

As wildfires ravage Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass faces intense backlash for her recent trip to Ghana and the significant $17.5 million budget cut to the fire department prior to the fires. Many, including celebrities like Sarah Michelle Gellar and Jillian Michaels, have publicly condemned her...

California Wildfires: A Growing Threat Amid Climate Change and Hydroclimate Volatility

10.01.2025, 05:00

The ongoing wildfires in Southern California have raised alarms as experts warn that climate change is significantly worsening fire conditions. With recent weather patterns displaying a severe hydroclimate whiplash — shifting from flooding rains to unmitigated wildfires — the state is grappling...

Rams-Vikings NFL Playoff Game Relocated to Arizona Amid Wildfires

10.01.2025, 05:00

Due to ongoing wildfires affecting the Los Angeles area, the NFL has officially moved the highly anticipated wild-card playoff game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams from SoFi Stadium to State Farm Stadium in Arizona. The decision comes as air quality issues and safety concerns...

Getty Villa Safe Amid Palisades Fire Threats

10.01.2025, 04:00

The Getty Villa in Los Angeles has narrowly escaped significant damage from the Palisades Fire, which has threatened several cultural landmarks in Southern California. While the fire has reached the museum grounds, officials confirmed that both the staff and the invaluable collection remain safe and...

Tragic Losses Amid Destructive Los Angeles Wildfires