A series of deadly wildfires in Los Angeles County has left at least 11 dead, thousands displaced, and homes destroyed. Fuelled by extreme weather, dried vegetation, and water shortages, these infernos rage uncontrollably. Investigators are probing causes ranging from power line malfunctions to climate-induced risks as firefighters struggle
The remarks from the 82-year-old president came with just over a week left in his term. Before taking questions from the reporters, Biden gave prepared remarks touting job gains and underscoring the economic accomplishments
US President-elect Donald Trump’s felony conviction for falsifying business records has brought to question the implications. While he retains the right to vote and run for office, the conviction restricts him from owning firearms and may complicate international travel
The initiative would protect 230,000 Salvadorans and 600,000 Venezuelans living in the US from the wrath of the incoming Republican rule.
Out of the 11, five of those deaths occurred due to the deadly Palisades fire, and the other six resulted from the Eaton fire.
Unconditional discharges are generally reserved for low-level cases, making the ruling in Trump's case unusual. But what exactly is uncoditional discharge and why did the judges decide on it?
'The government cannot restrict speech in order to protect us from speech,' TikTok's attorney said. The government's lawyer argued that there is 'a distinct, sovereign harm to the US' if China gets its hands on American citizens' data
"It reminded me of more of a war scene, where you had certain targets that were bombarded," Biden said of wildfires as he received a briefing in the Oval Office of the White House
Judge Juan Merchan on Friday sentenced Donald Trump to unconditional discharge in the hush money payments to a porn star despite the President-elect's last-ditch efforts to avoid becoming the first felon in the White House, according to a report
As Guantanamo Bay’s population dwindles to its lowest point, the Biden administration faces mounting pressure to resolve high-profile cases, including plea deals for 9/11 suspects. With only 15 detainees remaining, questions about the legacy of America’s war on terror loom large
As Los Angeles faces its latest fire crisis, it must look to the lessons of past urban fires that led to sweeping changes and a stronger, safer future
At least 10 people have been killed and over 10,000 homes and other structures have been burnt by the two largest wildfires sweeping through the Los Angeles area. Firefighters, trying to contain the nearly half-dozen blazes since Tuesday, have run into a major obstacle: the lack of water. While using water from the Pacific Ocean would seem like an easy fix, it is not the most obvious one
As premiums soar and coverage shrinks, Californians face a housing affordability crisis that could leave entire communities in ashes, both financially and socially
While the DoJ will be allowed the share the report, the appeal court kept the initial three-day delay order in place to allow further appeals from Trump's team
Many of the towering fires that began Tuesday were fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, which gusted to more than 70 mph (112 kph) in some spots
Bass was visiting Ghana to take part in the inauguration of its new president. The former Democratic Congresswoman who became the mayor of the city in 2022, did not return to Los Angeles until Wednesday afternoon
In the last two days, around 180,000 people had to evacuate their homes with the blazing fire killing 5 people as of now. However, the authorities fear that the death toll is most likely to increase
The court rejected Trump's request in a 5-4 decision on Thursday. Following the Friday sentencing, Trump will become the first felon to assume the presidency in the United States
Related search terms, from simple ones like "Michelle Obama" and "Michelle Obama Carter funeral" to full sentences like "Why is Michelle Obama not at Carter funeral" began trending since around 10:30 am (US local time)
A pair of massive wildfires menacing Los Angeles from the east and west remain "zero per cent" contained two days after they ignited, officials said on Thursday, as they vowed to tackle looting of evacuated homes
Cameras captured the two at Washington National Cathedral, where they were seen laughing and chatting for several minutes before the services commenced, according to a report
Amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfire crisis, US President-elect Donald Trump has criticised California Newsom and outgoing President Joe Biden for prioritising environmental concerns over residents' safety. The fierce wildfires have killed at least five people and destroyed more than 1,000 structures, making it the most destructive fire in LA’s history
The emergency powers would grant Trump the ability to construct a new tariff programme without having to demonstrate traditional national security justifications
The US Department of Justice on Wednesday said that Attorney General Merrick Garland intends to release the first part of the special counsel report into Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election
More than 1,000 buildings have burned in fires that have broken out around America's second biggest city, forcing tens of thousands of people from their homes
At least two people were killed as a trio of fast-growing wildfires raged out of control on Wednesday near Los Angeles, destroying hundreds of buildings, scorching hillsides and prompting officials to order some 70,000 people to evacuate their homes
Trump's lawyers turned to the nation's highest court on Wednesday after New York courts refused to postpone the sentencing by Judge Juan M. Merchan, who presided over Trump's trial and conviction last May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records
US President-elect Donald Trump wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the 'Gulf of America'. While claiming the change is 'appropriate' given US dominance in the region, the move has drawn criticism and scepticism. This bold idea comes alongside Trump's ongoing aspirations, including acquiring Greenland, regaining control of the Panama Canal, and referring to Canada as the '51st State'
On Tuesday, a massive wildfire fuelled by Santa Ana strong winds tore over a hillside in Los Angeles, which is home to several celebrities. The fast-moving wildfire, that has consumed about 3,000 acres of land, has forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate as it burns homes and cars in the Pacific Palisades
US District Judge Aileen Cannon's order prevents Smith and the Justice Department from moving forward with releasing the report until the 11th US Circuit Court of Appeals has time to review the emergency motion by Trump’s codefendants to block the report’s release, according to a report