Maui to phase out over 6,200 short-term vacation rentals
Maui enacts Bill 9 to reclaim housing for locals, phasing out thousands of short-term rentals by 2031 following the devastating 2023 wildfires. Discover the impact on tourism and community.
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Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano erupts with 400ft lava
Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano spectacularly erupts, sending lava 400 feet high. Witness nature's power from safe viewpoints or via livestream. Discover more about this incredible event.
Zombie Fires: Arctic Blazes That Refuse to Die
Discover how 'zombie fires' smouldering through winter are devastating boreal forests in Canada and Siberia, creating a dangerous climate feedback loop. Learn about the ecological consequences.
First home rebuilt after LA wildfires celebrated
The first rebuilt home in Pacific Palisades following devastating wildfires brings hope to the community. Discover the fire-resistant features and rebuilding progress.
LA Wildfires Force Hollywood Production Shutdown
Raging wildfires in Los Angeles caused unprecedented disruption to Hollywood's film and TV industry, halting major productions and forcing studios to evacuate as flames threatened iconic locations.
Kamehameha Schools sued over Native Hawaiian admission policy
A federal lawsuit challenges the century-old admission practices at Hawaii's prestigious Kamehameha Schools, alleging discrimination against non-Native Hawaiian students in what could become a landmark education rights case.
Hawaii's Best Beaches: Your Ultimate Paradise Guide
From volcanic black sands to turquoise lagoons, explore Hawaii's most breathtaking coastal wonders that promise the ultimate tropical escape for every type of traveller.
Hawaii's palms face wipeout from beetle plague
An invasion of coconut rhinoceros beetles is devastating Hawaii's legendary palm trees, with thousands already destroyed and experts warning of ecological catastrophe.
FEMA slammed over Hawaii wildfire response failures
Exclusive: Federal Emergency Management Agency faces scathing criticism from disaster specialists over insufficient planning and resource allocation ahead of catastrophic Maui wildfires, raising urgent questions about national readiness.
Tourist drowns at Kauai beach despite protected waters
A 62-year-old Pennsylvania man tragically drowned while swimming at Lydgate Beach in Hawaii, marking another water-related fatality on the island's deceptively calm shores.
Maui Wildfires: Urgent Evacuations for Paia and Kula
New wildfires erupt on Maui, forcing evacuations in Paia and Kula. Emergency services battle the blazes amid challenging conditions, two years after the deadly Lahaina disaster.
Lahaina Reopens to Residents After Deadly Hawaii Fires
Authorities in Maui have begun allowing residents back into the fire-ravaged town of Lahaina under strict conditions, while recovery operations continue amid ongoing challenges.
Hawaii McDonald's Shock: £27 for Two Burgers & Fries
A British tourist's dream holiday in Hawaii turned into a fast-food nightmare after she was charged a staggering $35 for a simple McDonald's order, exposing the island's extreme cost of living.
Disaster Survivors Face Dual Trauma and PTSD Crisis
Exclusive: Survivors of Puerto Rico's earthquakes and Hawaii's Maui wildfires face severe PTSD and mental health crises, with experts warning of long-term psychological devastation.
Idaho Wildfires: Stanley Evacuated as Blaze Threatens Town
A state of emergency is declared in Idaho as ferocious wildfires, fuelled by high winds, force the evacuation of Stanley and threaten hundreds of homes. Get the latest on the containment efforts.
California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages
A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.
World's Oldest Man Killed in Hawaii Shark Attack
Tragic details emerge as 100-year-old Mike Fremont, a celebrated centenarian and marathon runner, is killed in a rare shark attack off the Hawaiian coast of Maui.
Hawaii's 'Marianne' Patients Evacuated Amid Wildfires
Amidst devastating wildfires, fragile psychiatric patients from the 'Marianne' facility are airlifted to safety in a complex and urgent operation on Maui.
Hawaii State of Emergency: Hurricane Kiko Threatens
Hawaii declares a state of emergency as Hurricane Kiko, a powerful Category 4 storm, barrels towards the islands. Residents rush to prepare for potential catastrophic winds and flooding.
Hurricane Dora: Category 4 Storm Nears Hawaii's Big Island
Hurricane Dora, a powerful Category 4 storm, is churning dangerously close to Hawaii's Big Island. The National Hurricane Centre issues urgent tropical storm warnings as residents prepare for potential flooding, destructive winds, and dangerous surf.
Climate Crisis Fuels Surge in Lightning Wildfires
Groundbreaking research confirms a direct and alarming link between global warming and a sharp increase in destructive wildfires ignited by lightning strikes across the Northern Hemisphere.
Hurricane Kiko Ravages Hawaii: Floods and Mudslides
Hurricane Kiko unleashes torrential rain on Hawaii, causing severe flooding, dangerous mudslides, and widespread power outages. Officials issue urgent warnings as the storm batters the islands.
Hawaii Volcano Erupts: 500-Ft Lava Fountains & Gas Warning
Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano has violently reawakened, spewing lava fountains 500 feet into the air and releasing dangerous volcanic gas. Scientists issue urgent warnings as the eruption intensifies.
Civilian Workers Indicted Over Pearl Harbour Fuel Leak
US Justice Department brings charges against two civilian operators for alleged negligence leading to a massive jet fuel leak from the World War II-era Red Hill facility, contaminating the water supply for 93,000 residents in Hawaii.
UK's Record Wildfire Crisis: 40% Surge in 2024
Exclusive data reveals the UK is on track for its worst wildfire year on record, with a 40% surge in incidents. Experts blame climate change, dry winters, and warn of a 'new normal' for British summers.
Hawaii's Coral Reefs Face Sewage Contamination Crisis
Groundbreaking research uncovers extensive sewage pollution devastating Hawaii's iconic coral reefs, threatening marine ecosystems and public health through contaminated groundwater.
Sewage Leaks Devastate Hawaii's Coral Reefs, Study Finds
A shocking new study uncovers how relentless sewage pollution from Hawaii's cesspools is poisoning and killing vital coral reefs, threatening marine life and the state's economy.
Apocalyptic Cyprus Wildfires Kill Two, Destroy Luxury Villas
A catastrophic wildfire, suspected to be sparked by a discarded cigarette, has torn through Cyprus, claiming two lives and reducing multi-million pound luxury villas to ash in an apocalyptic scene.
Spencer Pratt's Cancer Scare Over 'Toxic' Wildfire Homes
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt launches a scathing attack on government response after LA wildfires, claiming residents are being forced back into 'toxic' homes and revealing his own cancer scare.
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