Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei makes first public appearance since war with Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamanei appeared in public for the first time since the recent conflict with Israel, attending Ashura commemora...
Six wildfires tearing through Los Angeles have destroyed over 1,100 buildings, claimed at least five lives, and displaced countless residents, including several prominent Hollywood figures.
The affluent Pacific Palisades, home to numerous celebrities, has been severely impacted by the fires, which began on Tuesday. On Wednesday, a new blaze erupted in Runyon Canyon, prompting immediate evacuations in Hollywood Hills.
Among the affected is Billy Crystal, 76, who confirmed losing his Pacific Palisades residence of 46 years. Crystal expressed heartbreak, noting, “Every inch of our house was filled with love... but with the support of our children and friends, we will get through this.”
Actor Eugene Levy, honorary mayor of Pacific Palisades, also lost his home. Meanwhile, actor Cary Elwes reported that his Malibu property had been destroyed, but his family had safely evacuated. Paris Hilton, whose Malibu home held cherished family memories, described the devastation as "unimaginable."
Other celebrities affected include Mandy Moore, John Goodman, James Woods, and Diane Warren, all of whom shared their sorrow while commending firefighters and first responders. Jamie Lee Curtis noted that while her home survived, her local sobriety meeting church was reduced to ashes.
The wildfires have brought the entertainment industry to a halt. The Academy extended voting deadlines for the Oscars, and the Critics Choice Awards have been postponed.
US President Joe Biden has declared a federal disaster, enabling funding for temporary housing and property repairs. Experts attribute the growing severity of wildfires to climate change, which has extended wildfire seasons globally by two weeks on average.
As Los Angeles grapples with the aftermath, the resilience of affected communities and individuals shines through amidst the devastation.
The European Commission is set to propose allowing carbon credits from other countries to count towards the EU’s 2040 climate target, according to a leaked internal document.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off Japan’s Tokara Islands on Wednesday, with no tsunami warning issued but residents advised to remain vigilant.
The United States has rescinded licensing restrictions on ethane exports to China, allowing shipments to resume after a temporary halt and signalling progress in efforts to ease recent trade tensions.
Italy plans to grant approximately 500,000 work visas to non-EU nationals between 2026 and 2028, as announced in a cabinet statement. The initiative aims to address labor shortages by expanding legal immigration pathways
Following a deadly glacier collapse in Blatten, near the Swiss Alpine village of Kandersteg, the town is on high alert as melting permafrost and shifting rock threaten another potential disaster after it was buried a month ago.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says the country needs a new constitution that reflects its current realities and has a clear purpose.
The 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) was successfully held in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, highlighting the region’s revival and the deepening economic cooperation among member states.
Afghanistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Abdul Ghani Baradar, met with Azerbaijani Prime Minister Ali Asadov in Baku to discuss expanding trade and developing the Lapis Lazuli transport corridor.
Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan have explored new avenues for energy cooperation during a high-level meeting in Baku.
Türkiye’s President and Iranian President met on the sidelines of the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, highlighting the event’s regional significance.
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