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Franklin wildfire near Malibu remains out of control
Over 1,500 firefighters are battling the Franklin wildfire near Malibu, California, which has continued to spread for a second day. The blaze has destroyed several buildings, prompted widespread evacuations, and led to school closures, according to Reuters.The wildfire, named Franklin, ignited late Monday night local time and has rapidly expanded across more than 1,500 hectares […]
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Hundreds protest in Skopje demanding action on air pollution
The capital of North Macedonia, Skopje, has been ranked among the ten most polluted cities in Europe. On Tuesday, hundreds of people took to the streets, urging the government to implement immediate measures to address the severe air pollution affecting the city.Some protesters wore gas masks and chanted slogans like “We want air, we want […]
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Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire near Malibu
Authorities have ordered the evacuation of approximately 6,000 residents as firefighters tackle a fast-moving wildfire near Malibu, California, home to many Hollywood celebrities. Dubbed the Franklin Fire, the blaze poses a serious threat to residential areas, according to Sky News. The fire erupted late Monday night north of Malibu, but its cause remains unknown. So […]
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Philippine volcano kanlaon erupts, spews massive ash cloud
The Philippine government has called for the evacuation of villages near Mount Kanlaon following a powerful eruption on Monday. Located on the island of Negros, the volcano released a massive cloud of ash and volcanic gases into the atmosphere, according to AFP. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported, “At 3:03 PM local […]
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Northern California struck by 7.0 magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 struck Northern California’s coast, followed by a series of smaller aftershocks. U.S. authorities issued tsunami warnings and urged residents to move inland. The region, home to 5.3 million people, is on high alert, though initial forecasts suggest localized but minimal damage, according to Reuters and the Associated […]
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Intel CEO steps down
The renowned chipmaker Intel is now seeking a replacement for its CEO, as it continues to face intense competition from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the leader in producing the world’s fastest and smallest computer chips. Pat Gelsinger, Intel’s CEO, has resigned after nearly four years at the helm. Leadership of the company has been […]
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Former My Chemical Romance drummer Bob Bryar dies at 44
Bob Bryar, the former drummer of the iconic band My Chemical Romance, has passed away at the age of 44. Bryar, who performed with the band for a decade, was last seen publicly on Monday, November 4. His body was discovered in his Tennessee home the day before Thanksgiving, already in an advanced state of […]
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Snowfall causes chaos in South Korea
Heavy snowfall has caused significant disruptions across South Korea, leading to mass collisions, flight cancellations, and halted ferry operations. At least four people have lost their lives, according to Reuters. The country has been grappling with extreme weather for two consecutive days, with the snowstorm creating widespread logistical and transportation challenges. Third-Heaviest Snowfall in Over […]
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Budapest’s southern railway station closed after train ignores signal
The Southern Railway Station in Budapest (Déli pályaudvar) was shut down on Monday afternoon after a passenger train entered a track despite a “Stop” signal. Hungary’s state railway company, MÁV, confirmed the incident but did not disclose if another train was present on the same track, according to the news outlet 24.hu. The incident involved […]
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Spain fines low-cost airlines for unfair practices
Spain’s government has imposed fines on several low-cost airlines, including Ryanair and EasyJet, for engaging in unfair practices such as charging fees for carry-on luggage and printing boarding passes at airport terminals. On Friday, the Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced penalties totaling €179 million against five airlines: Ryanair, EasyJet, Vueling, Volotea, and Norwegian Air […]
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Ford plans to cut 4,000 jobs in Europe
Ford, which has owned its Cologne plant for nearly a century, plans to lay off roughly one in four employees at this facility. Globally, the company employs 174,000 people, including 28,000 in Europe. The U.S. automaker announced plans to reduce its European workforce by 4,000 within three years to lower costs. This decision comes amid […]
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Britain is building the world’s most expensive railway
The UK is undertaking an ambitious infrastructure project that will make history as the costliest railway in the world. Despite its lofty goals, Britain’s High Speed 2 (HS2) railway is facing mounting criticism, even from its initial supporters, due to its escalating expenses and environmental impact. High-Speed Network with a Y-Shaped Design HS2, the largest […]
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Major political factions in the European parliament reach agreement on new european commission
The main political groups in the European Parliament (EP) agreed on Wednesday to approve the final group of six commissioner candidates and the new European Commission (EC) led by Ursula von der Leyen. Challenged Commissioner Candidates Several commissioner candidates failed to receive positive evaluations following their hearings. These include Oliver Várhelyi from Hungary, Raffaele Fitto […]
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Stellantis halts production in Italy
Stellantis has confirmed temporary production suspensions at its Italian plants but assured there are no plans to close facilities or implement mass layoffs in the automotive sector. However, the company acknowledges it is navigating a challenging environment with no easy solutions. On Wednesday, Stellantis announced plans to pause operations at its Cassino plant on November […]
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Danish contestant crowned Miss Universe
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned Miss Universe on Saturday, becoming the first-ever winner from Denmark in the competition’s history. A dancer, entrepreneur, and animal rights advocate, Theilvig emerged victorious among over 120 contestants at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico City. She was followed by Chidimma Adetshina from Nigeria, a law student; Maria […]
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Spanish regional leader admits mishandling of flood response
Valencia’s regional president, Carlos Mazón of the People’s Party (PP), acknowledged on Friday shortcomings in managing Spain’s deadliest floods in decades. “I will not deny mistakes,” Mazón admitted during a speech in the regional parliament, adding that he would not shy away from responsibility. He apologized to those who felt that aid during the floods […]
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Germany’s return to nuclear energy would be logical, says Rafael Grossi
According to Rafael Grossi, the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Germany’s reconsideration of nuclear energy would be a logical step. Speaking at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, Grossi remarked that Germany is the only nation to have fully abandoned nuclear power and suggested that German policymakers might reflect on why […]
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Spain hit by another wave of heavy rain
After devastating floods hit Spain in late October, the country is now experiencing another wave of intense rainfall, leading to further flooding but no reported casualties. On Thursday, Spain’s national meteorological agency, AEMET, downgraded the highest, red-level weather alerts for the province of Málaga in Andalusia and the Valencia region. Both areas faced severe flooding […]
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Italian police dismantle forgery network reproducing works by Warhol, Picasso, and Banksy
Italian police have dismantled a European forgery network specializing in counterfeit artworks by prominent artists such as Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, and Banksy. Although these artifacts were imitations, their estimated market value could have reached €200 million, according to DPA. Arrest warrants were issued for 38 suspects in Italy, Spain, and Belgium, who now face […]
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Toyota to significantly increase car production in China
Japanese automaker Toyota has announced plans to substantially increase production in China, aiming to manufacture around 3 million vehicles per year by the end of the decade. If successful, this would represent a 60% increase from its previous production record in the world’s largest automotive market, according to Reuters. World’s Leading Automaker Toyota is considering […]
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Notre Dame Cathedral bells ring out for the first time since the 2019 fire
Restoration work on the Notre Dame Cathedral is nearing completion five years after the devastating fire. On Friday, the bells of Paris’s iconic Notre Dame Cathedral rang together for the first time since the 2019 fire that severely damaged the historic landmark. The chimes from the cathedral’s eight northern belfry bells resounded one month before […]
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Jörg Kukies appointed as Germany’s new finance minister
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has appointed Jörg Kukies as the new Finance Minister, succeeding Christian Lindner. Transport Minister Volker Wissing will remain in the government but is stepping down from the Free Democratic Party (FDP). On Thursday, Chancellor Scholz announced the appointment of Kukies, his former economic advisor and current state secretary for finance, as […]
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Ryanair to cut flights to the UK due to increased taxes
The UK Treasury plans to raise the Air Passenger Duty (APD) starting in 2026, prompting Ryanair to announce cuts to its flights. The budget airline intends to reduce flights to and from the UK by around 10% beginning next season, citing the UK government’s planned 13% tax increase on air travel as the main reason, […]
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Theft of iconic Andy Warhol works in the Netherlands: suspect detained
Dutch police have detained a 23-year-old man in connection with the theft of Andy Warhol’s famous silkscreen series from a gallery in southern Netherlands. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was apprehended in Berkel-Enschot, just six kilometers from the gallery in Oisterwijk, where the attempted theft took place last Friday. Thieves targeted all […]
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TikTok founder becomes China’s richest individual
Zhang Yiming has emerged as the wealthiest person in China, with a net worth reaching $49.3 billion. Zhang founded ByteDance Group, the Chinese tech giant that owns the globally popular platform TikTok, which has around 200 million users in the United States alone. At 41, Zhang stepped down as ByteDance CEO in 2021 but still […]
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Serbian railway accident sparks anti-corruption protest
Hundreds of opposition activists gathered in Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on Sunday to protest alleged corruption and negligence by local authorities following a fatal accident on Friday at a northern railway station. The accident occurred in Novi Sad, about 70 kilometers northwest of Belgrade, when part of the station’s entrance roof collapsed, killing 14 people and […]
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Chinese taikonauts return to earth after six-month mission
China plans to establish a base on the Moon. Three Chinese taikonauts successfully returned to Earth on Monday after spending six months aboard the Tiangong space station, or “Heavenly Palace.” The crew of the Shenzhou 18 mission landed safely in Inner Mongolia, northern China, as reported by the state news agency Xinhua. The crew had […]
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Railway station roof collapses in Novi Sad, fatalities reported
Rescue teams are in contact with two individuals trapped under the rubble of the collapsed concrete structure. At least 11 people were killed on Friday when part of the railway station roof in Novi Sad, Serbia, collapsed. Another three people were rescued and hospitalized with serious injuries, according to Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dačić, who […]
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Japanese authorities call for evacuation of nearly 200,000 people amid heavy rain & storms
Severe rainfall and storms have swept through western Japan, prompting authorities to urge nearly 200,000 residents to evacuate due to the risk of landslides and flooding. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, heavy rains affecting the region are partly linked to the downgraded Typhoon Kong-rey, now classified as an extratropical cyclone. The city of Matsuyama […]
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U.S. Inflation reaches lowest level in 3.5 years
While monthly inflation experienced a slight uptick, the annual rate continued to ease, meeting expectations. In September, U.S. inflation, measured by the Federal Reserve’s preferred Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, slowed to its lowest level in 3.5 years, despite a minor increase on a month-to-month basis. The Department of Commerce reported a 2.1% annual rise […]
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