TikTok Goes Dark for US Users, Company Hopes for Trump’s Intervention

TikTok logo is pictured on the U.S. headquarters

WASHINGTON, Jan 19 – Late Saturday, TikTok, the immensely popular social media platform with over 170 million users in the United States, ceased operations, disappeared from Apple and Google app stores. This sudden disappearance was in response to a new law taking effect on Sunday, mandating the app’s shutdown due to its ties with its … Read more

TikTok Threatens U.S. Shutdown on Sunday Without Assurance from Biden Administration

Tiktok

WASHINGTON, Jan 17 – TikTok, the widely popular short-video platform, is on the verge of a significant shutdown in the United States. Unless the Biden administration provides assurances to technology giants like Apple and Google to avoid enforcement actions, the app could go dark by Sunday. This looming threat follows a Supreme Court decision upholding … Read more

Severe Cold Moves Trump’s Inauguration Indoors for the First Time in Decades

People stand as the U.S. Capitol is seen behind the frozen Capitol

WASHINGTON, Jan 17 – For the first time in 40 years, a U.S. presidential inauguration will take place indoors due to extreme cold weather conditions. President-elect Donald Trump announced on Friday that the ceremony, originally scheduled to be held outdoors, will be moved to the Capitol Rotunda on Monday. The decision was made to ensure … Read more

Los Angeles Races to Conquer Devastating Wildfires Before Deadly Winds Return

LOS ANGELES, Jan 12 – Firefighters in Los Angeles are in a desperate race against time, working tirelessly to contain multiple wildfires that have ravaged the area for nearly a week. These relentless blazes have already claimed at least 24 lives, reduced thousands of homes to ashes, and displaced over 100,000 people. California Governor Gavin … Read more

Aerial Assault Aims to Contain Palisades Wildfire Spread in Los Angeles

A plane makes a drop as smoke billows from the Palisades Fire at the Mandeville Canyon, in Los Angeles, California, U.S.

LOS ANGELES, Jan 11 – Aircraft relentlessly dropped water and fire retardant on the rugged hills of Los Angeles’ Palisades area on Saturday, attempting to halt the eastward advance of the destructive wildfire. Ground crews worked tirelessly to contain the flames, battling challenging terrain and facing warnings of powerful wind gusts that could exacerbate the … Read more

Trump Escapes Jail Time in Hush Money Case Sentencing Days Before Inauguration

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump appears remotely for a sentencing hearing in front of New York State Judge Juan Merchan

NEW YORK, Jan 10 – In an unprecedented legal decision, former U.S. President-elect Donald Trump avoided jail time or other punishments in the hush money case that had cast a shadow over his campaign to retake the White House. A judge ruled that Trump’s criminal conviction stemming from payments made to an adult film star … Read more

Crews Battle Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills and Studio City Blaze

Hollywood Hills fire breaks out as deadly wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area

Firefighters in Los Angeles faced a challenging night as they battled two significant blazes on Wednesday evening. A brush fire erupted in the Hollywood Hills, prompting swift evacuations, while a separate structure fire broke out in Studio City, putting additional strain on fire crews. Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills A brush fire broke out near … Read more

Devastating Wildfires Strike Los Angeles, Forcing Mass Evacuations and Widespread Damage

California Wildfires: Los Angeles County fires

LOS ANGELES, Jan 7 – Los Angeles faced a harrowing day as multiple wildfires erupted, leaving destruction and chaos in their wake. Thousands of residents were forced to evacuate their homes as flames raged across the city, driven by powerful winds and dry conditions. The fires, which ignited in various locations, destroyed properties, caused injuries, … Read more

Louisiana Reports First U.S. Bird Flu-Related Death: A Growing Concern

Bird Flu

January 6, the Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the United States’ first reported death from the H5N1 bird flu virus. This tragic case highlights the potential severity of bird flu, even as public health officials continue to monitor its spread. The First U.S. Death from H5N1 The patient, aged over 65 with pre-existing health conditions, … Read more