In the heart of Altadena, the Prata family made a crucial decision to stay behind during the massive Eaton Fire. With winds reaching 80 mph, the fire turned into a firestorm, claiming 24 lives in the Los Angeles region. The Pratas played a vital role in their community, offering invaluable informati
Wildfires are wreaking havoc in Los Angeles, challenging the healthcare system. Hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes are under strain. Medical facilities are closing, and routine appointments are canceled. Healthcare workers, like oncologist Ravi Salgia, are putting their duties first, even when th
In late November 2024, scientists made an exciting yet concerning discovery near Keelung Port, northern Taiwan. Two adult specimens of gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata) were found at a depth of roughly 20 meters. This is the first time this Mediterranean fish has been spotted in the northwestern Pa
On Monday evening, Japan experienced a strong earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6. 9, later revised to 6. 6. The quake struck the southwestern region of the country, specifically in the Kyushu prefecture. Despite the initial high magnitude estimate, no major damage was reported. However, coast
Most schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will open their doors to students again on Monday. This decision was announced by the district on Sunday. However, not all schools will resume classes. Some schools, like Canyon Charter Elementary and Palisades Charter Elementary, will
You might not have heard of Puka Nacua before the 2023 NFL draft. He was picked by the LA Rams as the 177th choice in the fifth round. But fast forward to 2025, and this wide receiver became one of the league's hottest names. Nacua's impressive performance in his first season with the Rams earned hi
Jonathan Majors, known for his role as Kang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently had to evacuate his Los Angeles home due to the wildfires. The Pacific Palisades wildfire has been a disaster, burning over 23, 000 acres and causing difficulties for firefighters to control it. Majors shared his
In an unexpected twist, Santa Anita Park in Arcadia has become a vital support center for those affected by the nearby Eaton Fire. People from all walks of life—evacuees and volunteers—flocked to the race track on Saturday to find help and offer support. Originally set up near the Rose Bowl in Pasad
A huge wildfire in Los Angeles has left a trail of destruction, with many famous people finding themselves among those who lost their homes. The fire, which started on January 7, has burned thousands of acres and forced about 200, 000 people to flee their homes. Some big names in Hollywood, like Mil
Have you ever thought about what happens when your lungs get hurt? Things like pneumonia, sepsis, or even COVID-19 can cause a huge inflammatory reaction, leading to conditions like acute lung injury (ALI) and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). These issues happen when different types of lu
