Northern California experienced severe flooding after heavy rains hit the region on Sunday. The downpour caused flash floods, leading to at least one fatality. Redding, a city with around 94, 000 residents, was one of the worst-hit areas. Shasta County saw up to six inches of rain, causing signific
The small town of Leavenworth, known for its festive holiday celebrations, faced an unexpected challenge this year. Heavy rains and strong winds disrupted the usual Christmas cheer, turning streets into rivers and forcing Santa to navigate through slush and puddles. The Pacific Northwest experience
In a recent phone call, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and former US President Donald Trump talked about the ongoing war in Ukraine. The discussion focused on finding a peaceful solution to the conflict. Starmer mentioned the efforts of the "Coalition of the Willing, " a group of countries supp
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukraine faces both destruction and diplomatic efforts. A Russian missile strike hit the port of Odesa, killing eight and injuring 27. This attack happened just as a Russian representative was preparing to meet with U. S. officials in Florida to discuss a potential p
In a tense standoff, Thailand and Cambodia are locked in a border dispute that has already claimed lives and displaced hundreds of thousands. The conflict, which reignited last week, has drawn the attention of global powers China and the U. S. , both pushing for a ceasefire ahead of a crucial ASEAN
In the small town of Patten, Maine, a recent fire has left a significant mark. The blaze started early Wednesday morning, consuming the Outback Garage and causing extensive damage to nearby buildings. The fire spread quickly, destroying the garage, an upstairs apartment, and the Hathaways Apartments
In Pennsylvania, a group of passionate volunteers is stepping up to protect the state's water resources. These dedicated individuals, known as Master Watershed Stewards, are working tirelessly to support local governments and conservation efforts. They are helping to implement stormwater regulations
America is building walls again. Not just physical ones, but barriers that keep people out and ideas in. This isn't new. It's happened before, like when the country tried to stay out of world conflicts. But now, it's different. The focus is on shutting out the world, not just wars. In just over a y
Lesser Kestrels are small birds of prey that often use man-made nest boxes to raise their young. Scientists wanted to see if a female kestrel's health affects the size of her eggs. They studied this over four years in Greece. They measured the females' body condition using a special method called t
In 2025, a troubling pattern emerged in South Lebanon. Reports surfaced that the Israeli military was deliberately hindering reconstruction efforts in the region, even after a ceasefire was supposed to be in effect since late 2024. This alleged behavior raised serious concerns about international la
