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LA Palisades Fire: Documentary Alleges City Failure

A new documentary claims the devastating LA Palisades wildfires were worsened by a 'conscious decision to give up' and poor city preparedness, as council members erupt. Read the full investigation.

Happi's $100m Grant to Transform Africa's Pandemic Defence

Cameroonian professor Dr Christian Happi, a 2025 Time 100 honouree, has secured a $100m MacArthur grant for his Sentinel project. His mission: to build Africa's genomics capability and create an early warning system for deadly outbreaks.

California Hit by Earthquake Swarms Near San Ramon

A series of earthquake swarms near San Ramon, California, has locals on edge. USGS experts say the tremors aren't a precursor to a 'big one,' but urge preparedness. Discover the science behind the seismic activity.

Fever Ineffective Against Bird Flu, Study Finds

Groundbreaking UK research reveals the body's natural fever defence may fail against bird flu viruses, raising concerns for pandemic preparedness. Learn the critical details.

NATO General: World War Three Could Be 'Years Away'

A senior NATO commander has issued a chilling prediction that major conflict with Russia could erupt within 2-3 years, urging Western nations to urgently prepare their civilian populations for potential warfare.

Early Flu Surge Hits NHS: Winter Crisis Looms

Health officials sound alarm as flu season strikes early, with hospital admissions soaring and experts warning of a challenging winter ahead for the NHS. Discover the symptoms to watch and protection strategies.

Jamaica braces for Hurricane Melissa direct hit

Jamaica faces an imminent and dangerous confrontation with Hurricane Melissa as the powerful storm approaches the Caribbean island, prompting urgent preparations and growing concerns about potential devastation.

4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northwest Turkey

A significant 4.1 magnitude earthquake has rocked northwest Turkey, shaking the Marmara Sea region near Istanbul and Balıkesir. Emergency services are on high alert as experts warn of potential aftershocks in this seismically volatile area.

Tusk: Putin won't stop with Ukraine, Poland prepares

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk issues chilling assessment of Putin's imperial ambitions, warning that Ukraine's fall could trigger wider conflict across Europe as Poland fortifies its defences.

Storm Melissa Threatens US East Coast Landfalls

Tropical Storm Melissa intensifies off US East Coast with multiple computer models predicting potential landfalls from Florida to New England. Emergency services on high alert as storm track remains uncertain.

British Virgin Islands face tsunami threat

New geological research reveals the Caribbean paradise of the British Virgin Islands faces a significant tsunami risk from nearby fault lines, with experts calling for urgent preparedness measures.

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