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GoFundMe campaigns raise over $100 million for LA wildfire victims
Crowdfunding platform GoFundMe has raised over $100 million to help victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
LA fires: Residents warned to 'stay on guard' amid wind
Southern California is battling two of its most destructive wildfires in history, the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Critics Choice Awards postponed again due to LA wildfires
The 30th Critics Choice Awards, which were originally slated for Sunday (January 12), have been postponed for the second time amid the raging Los Angeles wildfires.
LA wildfires: Hilary Duff opens home to Mandy Moore's family
Hollywood actor-singer Hilary Duff has opened her Los Angeles home to actor Mandy Moore, her musician-husband Taylor Goldsmith, and their three kids after the devastating Eaton Fire. The wildfire had forced the family to evacuate their home.
What is 'pink powder' used to fight fires in California
California, which is currently fighting horrific wildfires, has used a bright pink powder called Phos-Chek to contain the spread of flames.
Warner Bros. donates $15M to LA wildfire relief
Warner Bros. Discovery has announced a $15 million donation to help Los Angeles combat the raging wildfires and rebuild.
Eva Longoria pledges $1M; Metallica donates $50K to LA wildfires
Hollywood star Eva Longoria's Eva Longoria Foundation, along with the Courage and Civility Award, has pledged $1 million to help with the ongoing California wildfire relief efforts.
Sundance Film Festival to proceed despite LA wildfires
The Sundance Film Festival, which is set to start in less than two weeks, has confirmed that it will go ahead despite the raging wildfires in Los Angeles.
Dangerous winds expected to worsen California wildfires
Southern California, especially Los Angeles, is battling devastating wildfires that have scorched over 40,000 acres of land.
9 charged amid LA wildfires; Emmy statuette among stolen items
Nine people have been charged with looting in evacuation zones amid the massive fires in Los Angeles, United States.
Why Harry-Meghan's LA wildfire relief efforts are getting backlash
Hollywood actor-producer Justine Bateman has slammed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for their participation in the wildfire relief efforts in Southern California.
Former child star Rory Sykes dies in Los Angeles wildfires
Former Australian child actor Rory Callum Sykes (32) tragically lost his life in the ongoing California wildfires.
Tyler Perry slams insurance firms for abandoning LA wildfire victims
Acclaimed filmmaker and actor, Tyler Perry, has publicly called out insurance companies for canceling "millions of policies" in Los Angeles, just before the catastrophic wildfires.
LA wildfires: Toll rises to 24; 'particularly dangerous situation' looms
The wildfires raging around Los Angeles have now claimed at least 24 lives and destroyed over 12,000 structures. California Governor Gavin Newsom has described the disaster as potentially the most devastating in United States history.
California wildfires destroy Powerball billionaire Edwin Castro's $3.8M Malibu home
Record-breaking Powerball jackpot (worth $2.04 billion) winner Edwin Castro has suffered a major loss amid the devastating Palisades fire in Southern California.
California wildfires: What sparked blaze? Investigators explore multiple causes
The Los Angeles wildfires, which have killed at least 11 and razed thousands of properties, are now being investigated.
LA wildfire destroys Milo Ventimiglia's home like 'This Is Us'
Milo Ventimiglia, famous for his role in NBC's This Is Us, has lost his family home in Malibu to the devastating Palisades Fire.
Meghan Markle-Harry open their home to friends amid LA wildfires
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have reportedly opened their Montecito home to friends and family members displaced by the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles.
Why California governor has deployed National Guard amid LA wildfires
Governor Gavin Newsom has approved the deployment of the California National Guard to help tackle the wildfires in Southern California.
Evacuation alert mistakenly sent to 10M LA residents amid wildfires
An evacuation alert was mistakenly sent to nearly 10 million residents of the Los Angeles area, California, on Thursday afternoon.
'América Mexicana?': Mexican president responds to Trump with own renaming
Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, has proposed a new name for the United States: "Mexican America."
Trump blames California's environmental policies for LA wildfires
United States President-elect Donald Trump has blamed California's environmental policies and Governor Gavin Newsom for the raging wildfires in Los Angeles.
Critics Choice Awards postponed due to devastating LA wildfires
The 2025 Critics Choice Awards, which Chelsea Handler was set to host, has been postponed due to the ongoing massive wildfires in Southern California.
Biden declares major disaster in California; what it means
United States President Joe Biden has declared a major disaster in California after the state was ravaged by wildfires and straight-line winds since Tuesday.
Hydrants run dry as wildfire burns LA city; 5 dead
Fire hydrants in Pacific Palisades, California, were emptied overnight on Tuesday as the demand for water to fight a major wildfire soared.
Explained: How Santa Ana winds are fueling California's Palisades fire
A wildfire, which started around 10:30am has been spreading rapidly in the Pacific Palisades region of Los Angeles, aided by powerful Santa Ana winds.
Southern California wildfire: Blaze destroys nearly 3,400 acres; 30,000 evacuated
The city of Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency as rapidly spreading wildfires, fueled by strong winds, continue to rage.
Sony and Honda's first electric car—Afeela—launched at $90,000: Check features
Sony and Honda have officially launched their joint venture electric vehicle (EV), the Afeela in the US.
Plane crashes into building in California: 2 dead, 18 injured
A small plane crashed into a furniture manufacturing building in Fullerton, Southern California on Thursday, killing two and injuring 18 others.
California: Meta, X can't offer 'addictive feeds' to minors anymore
In a major development, a federal judge in the US has upheld California's new law, SB 976, effectively dismissing a challenge by tech lobbying group NetChoice.
2 dead, 6 injured as tornadoes hit Texas, Mississippi
At least two people were killed and six others injured when tornadoes hit Texas and Mississippi on Saturday.
US—Bird flu virus shows mutations in 1st severe human infection
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found mutations in the bird flu virus from the first severe human infection in the country.
Drug smuggler killed in California, Goldy Brar gang claims responsibility
A drug smuggler associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was shot dead in Stockton, California on Monday.
US confirms first-ever 'severe' human bird flu; California declares emergency
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency as bird flu spreads rapidly among dairy cattle.
Your guide to watching 'Home Alone' movies in chronological order
The Home Alone franchise, a beloved holiday tradition for many, has graced our screens six times over the years.
California wildfires: Dick Van Dyke, Cher, Barbra Streisand evacuate homes
The raging Franklin Fire in Southern California has driven thousands of residents, including Hollywood stars Dick Van Dyke, Cher, and Barbra Streisand out of their homes.
Why Mattel is sued for $5M over 'Wicked' dolls' packaging
Mattel, the iconic toy maker, is being sued over a packaging error on its special-edition Wicked dolls.
Apple sued for allegedly snooping on employees' personal iPhones
Apple is facing a lawsuit for allegedly spying on its employees' personal iPhones and iCloud accounts.
'Hunter...singled out': Joe Biden pardons son in 2 criminal cases
United States President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, who was convicted on charges related to gun possession and tax evasion.
What is 'bomb cyclone' looming over California and Pacific north-west
A "bomb cyclone," a powerful storm system, is currently battering the West Coast of the United States.