A tropical storm off the Pacific Coast brought cooler temperatures and much needed rain to Southern California on Saturday, ending a scorching heat wave and easing fears that a massive wildfire could threaten more residents. Officials had warned that high winds from the remnants of Tropical Storm Kay could fan …
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Ex-White House lawyer says chance of Trump being indicted ‘very high’
A former White House lawyer says he believes there is a “very high” chance that former US President Donald Trump will face an indictment for actions related to the January 6, 2021 protest when thousands of people marched against the certification of the 2020 election which placed Joe Biden in …
Read More »Ukraine claims recapturing 2,000 km in northwest, as Russia admits is regrouping troops
Ukraine’s president says the country’s army has reclaimed around 2,000 kilometers of territory from Russian forces in Kharkiv amid reports of Russia’s redeployment of its forces from the northeastern region. “For the moment, since the beginning of September, around 2,000 kilometers has been liberated,” Volodymir Zelensky said in an evening …
Read More »Public buildings lighting turns off in French city of Lille amid energy crunch
French officials in the city of Lille have cut the lighting in public buildings in a bid to decrease power consumption as the nation head to a difficult cold season amid the continent’s energy crunch. According to Press TV, media reports on Saturday said the power austerity measures, which began …
Read More »Violent crime rising in major US cities: Survey
Violent crime continues to rise in major American cities and remains dramatically higher than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey. Overall violent crime spiked 4.2% from Jan. 1 to June 30, 2022, compared to the same period last year, shows a midyear survey of large law enforcement agencies published by Axios …
Read More »Voters head to polls in Sweden in tight election marked concerns about crime, energy
Swedish voters have headed to polls in a close-run election amid concerns about increased crime and an energy crisis. Polling stations opened at 8:00 am (0600 GMT) and will close at 8:00 pm on Sunday. The election pits incumbent Magdalena Andersson against prime ministerial candidate Ulf Kristersson. “As it stands, …
Read More »Americans mark 21st anniversary of 9/11
Americans are commemorating the 21st anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States that left nearly 3,000 people dead. Ceremonies are being held on Sunday across the country to remember the victims, including the recital of the names of the dead, tolling of church bells, and a tribute …
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