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LA Utility Sued Over Water Shortage in Palisades Fire

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 15, 2025

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) was sued after claims that they didn’t manage water supplies properly during the Palisades Fire, which has killed at least 8 people and destroyed many homes. The lawsuit, filed on Monday, says that LADWP should have made sure a nearby water reservoir was filled. But, when […]

Mexican Firefighters Ready to Help Fight LA Wildfires

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 15, 2025

In a powerful display of international teamwork, a group of 72 Mexican firefighters has arrived in Los Angeles to assist in fighting the deadly wildfires that have been ravaging Southern California. A Specialized Team Ready for Action The team is not only made up of experienced firefighters but also includes military specialists, doctors, engineers, and […]

Southern Japan hit by strong quake near Nankai Trough region

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 14, 2025

Late Monday evening, southern Japan experienced a powerful earthquake, but authorities confirmed it didn’t trigger a megaquake warning like the one issued for the first time last year. Here’s everything you need to know about the event. When and Where Did It Happen? The earthquake struck at 9:19 PM local time (12:19 AM GMT) in […]

Biden Urges Netanyahu for Quick Ceasefire, Says White House

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 14, 2025

President Joe Biden had an important phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. They talked about stopping the fighting in Gaza and getting the people held hostage there back home safely. Biden told Netanyahu that it was very important to stop the fighting right away. He also said they needed to get […]

Biden Honors Pope Francis with US Medal of Freedom

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 13, 2025

On Saturday, US President Joe Biden called Pope Francis to present him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which is the highest honor a civilian can receive in the United States. This special moment marked the first time Biden awarded the medal with distinction during his presidency. Biden, who has been a lifelong Catholic, was […]

Animal Rescuers Help Dogs, Donkeys, and Horses Flee LA Fire

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 13, 2025

In Pasadena, California, a pitbull mix named Canela was found in the ashes, struggling to breathe from smoke and walking on hot debris. A kind person discovered him lying in the rubble in Altadena, wrapped him in a blanket, and rushed him to the Pasadena Humane Society. Canela, too weak to stand at first, was […]

Jeju Air Jet’s Black Boxes Stopped 4 Minutes Before Crash

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 12, 2025

On December 29, a Jeju Air jet crashed at Muan airport in South Korea, causing the worst air disaster in the country, killing 179 people. Investigators revealed that the jet’s flight data and cockpit voice recorders, known as “black boxes,” stopped recording about four minutes before the crash. The black boxes are critical in understanding […]

LA Wildfires Cause Air Quality Warnings and Health Risks

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 12, 2025

LOS ANGELES, CA — The wildfires burning around Los Angeles have caused huge clouds of smoke, turning the air brown and making it hard to breathe. People across the city, including evacuees from the fires, are staying indoors to avoid the toxic air. Smoky Air and Health Concerns At Teddy’s Cocina in Pasadena, people who […]

Biden Criticizes Meta for Ending US Fact-Checking Efforts

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 11, 2025

US President Joe Biden recently expressed strong disapproval of Meta’s decision to end its third-party fact-checking program in the United States. He called the move “really shameful” and stressed how important it is for people to hear the truth. Biden questioned how Meta could allow false information to spread on its platforms like Facebook and […]

LA Firefighters Make Progress as Strong Winds Calm Down

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 11, 2025

LOS ANGELES — After several days of fierce winds, firefighters in Los Angeles are starting to gain control over two major wildfires. These fires, which have been burning on both the eastern and western sides of the city, have caused massive damage and loss of life. Fires Burning Out of Control Six separate wildfires have […]

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