The Halpin family of Altadena, California, whose home was destroyed in the recent Eaton Fire, touched hearts worldwide with a viral video of them singing the Catholic hymn Regina Caeli over the remains of their property. The family said their intent was simply to “thank God that we’re safe.”
French President Emmanuel Macron’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest point since the 2018 Yellow Vest protests, with Marine Le Pen emerging as the leading candidate to replace him. A recent Ipsos poll conducted on January 8-9 among 1,000 representative voters shows Macron’s popularity declining by two points to 21%, a stark drop for the president as his administration struggles with mounting challenges.
Vice President-elect JD Vance has sharply criticized the Biden administration, labeling its economic and policy legacy as a "dumpster fire" during an appearance on Fox News Sunday. Vance’s remarks come as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office after a contentious election.
Pete Villani, a Los Angeles cinematographer, is being celebrated as a hero after his quick and courageous actions saved eight homes in the Altadena neighborhood from the destructive Eaton fire.
Unauthorized drones caused firefighting aircraft to be grounded over the Palisades Fire near Los Angeles, significantly hampering efforts to contain California's most destructive wildfire, which has already scorched over 21,000 acres and claimed at least 11 lives.
California firefighters are battling some of the most devastating wildfires in the state's history, risking their lives to protect communities. However, in a troubling development, looters are exploiting the crisis, posing as firefighters to burglarize homes, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna.
Actor Milo Ventimiglia and his wife, model Jarah Mariano, who is expecting their first child, have tragically lost their Malibu home in the devastating wildfires currently ravaging Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles area is enduring its fifth consecutive day of relentless wildfires, with the Palisades Fire intensifying on Friday night and prompting additional evacuations. As of Saturday evening, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner confirmed at least 16 fatalities linked to the blazes, which have destroyed an estimated 12,000 structures.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that firefighters from Mexico are coming to assist in combating the raging Eaton Fire, as wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike, former head of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) who oversaw the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, has been fined $150,000 for violating Illinois' ethics laws.
