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Multiple Dead in South Carolina Bar Shooting Rampage

A peaceful evening at a popular South Carolina sports bar turned to tragedy as a gunman opened fire, leaving multiple people dead and several injured in one of the state's deadliest mass shootings.

Trump Demands Closure of Columbia University Over Protests

Former President Donald Trump has called for the immediate closure of Columbia University, labelling it a 'hotbed of hate' as pro-Palestinian protests intensify on campus. The demand comes as the Department of Justice investigates allegations of antisemit

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.

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.

Columbia Professor Investigated Over Pro-Palestinian Stance

Columbia University academic Mohsen Mahdawi is under investigation and faces calls for dismissal after expressing pro-Palestinian views. The case ignites fierce debate on academic freedom, free speech, and the limits of protest on US campuses.

Columbia University backlash over Gaza protest punishments

Exclusive: Parents and free speech advocates condemn Columbia University for severe disciplinary actions against students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, alleging a failure of due process and a chilling effect on campus activism.

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.

Europe's Brutal Wildfire Season Ignites Early

Southern Europe is on high alert as an early and aggressive wildfire season ignites, with Greece and Turkey battling fierce blazes exacerbated by extreme heat and strong winds, raising fears of a catastrophic summer.

Europe's Summer Wildfires Break All-Time Record

Europe is battling an unprecedented wildfire crisis this summer, with a record-breaking land area already scorched. Experts warn this is a dire consequence of the climate emergency, with the UK and popular tourist destinations facing severe threats.

USC Campus Lockdown Lifted After Active Shooter Scare

The University of South Carolina campus was plunged into a tense lockdown as police responded to reports of an active shooter. The all-clear was given after a thorough search, with no evidence of a threat found. Read the full account of the emergency resp

Spain's Record Heatwave Fuels Catastrophic Wildfires

Spain is battling its most severe heatwave ever recorded, with temperatures soaring past 47°C and triggering catastrophic wildfires. The historic event has prompted a national emergency declaration and widespread evacuations as scientists link the intensi

Trump's Plan for Federal Police Patrols in Washington DC

Ex-President Donald Trump unveils a controversial proposal for federal forces to patrol Washington DC, directly challenging the city's local government and sparking a fierce debate on law enforcement and autonomy.

Spain's 'Climate Hell': Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez warns of a 'climate crisis' as unprecedented wildfires, fuelled by extreme heat and drought, force mass evacuations across Tenerife and mainland Spain, signalling a new era of environmental emergencies for Europe.

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