Yonhap news agency says 28 people are dead after a plane caught fire at a South Korean airport
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Yonhap news agency says 28 people are dead after a plane caught fire at a South Korean airport.
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The IndependentTaiwan chipmaker TSMC evacuates factories after 6.4-magnitude earthquake
The quake shook buildings as far as Taipei and prompted evacuations
- AFP News
6.0-magnitude earthquake shakes Taiwan
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said, injuring 27 people, triggering landslides and causing ceilings of homes to cave in according to local authorities.The ceilings of several homes collapsed, while roads were blocked by falling rocks and landslides, the National Fire Agency said.
- AFP News
Huge fire guts Turkish ski resort hotel, killing 76
A huge fire killed at least 76 people Tuesday as it ripped through a hotel at a popular ski resort in northern Turkey that was packed with people enjoying the winter holidays, including families.- Peak ski season - Tragedy struck at peak season for the ski hotel, which stands at 2,000 metres above sea level and was almost full for the two-week winter break which began on Friday.
- CNN
Dozens killed as fire breaks out at ski resort hotel in northwestern Turkey
Dozens of people were killed after a fire ripped through a ski resort hotel in northwestern Turkey on Tuesday, forcing desperate holidaymakers to leap from windows to escape from the flames and smoke.
- The Independent
Turkey hotel fire latest: At least 76 killed as guests jump from windows to escape flames at ski resort
Cause of fire at the Grand Kartal hotel in Kartalkaya under investigation after dozens die at popular ski resort
- Associated Press
As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff
Parched Southern California continued to face dangerous winds but could get some badly needed rain this weekend, forecasters said Tuesday, dampening the prospects of another round of killer wildfires though even a small amount of precipitation could could create new challenges like toxic ash runoff. Los Angeles officials were preparing for that prospect even as a small number of residents were allowed to return to the devastated Pacific Palisades area and firefighters battled small blazes that broke out. Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order to expedite cleanup efforts in burn areas and mitigate the environmental impacts of fire-related pollutants.
- AFP News
Rain-triggered landslide kills 17 in Indonesia
A landslide triggered by heavy rain on Indonesia's main island of Java has killed at least 17 people with nine others missing, disaster officials said on Tuesday."Going forward, for those who are buried under thicker soil, we hope for assistance from heavy equipment," Bergas earlier told broadcaster Kompas TV. Flooding triggered by intense rains in western Indonesia killed 27 people in November.
- The Wrap
Nina Dobrev Says She Feels Guilty About Her Home Surviving Wildfires: ‘The Level of Tragedy Is Immeasurable’
The "Vampire Diaries" star says her "birthday wish" is for others to donate to those who lost their homes The post Nina Dobrev Says She Feels Guilty About Her Home Surviving Wildfires: ‘The Level of Tragedy Is Immeasurable’ appeared first on TheWrap.
- Associated Press
At least 76 people killed in a hotel fire at a ski resort in Turkey
A fire raged through a 12-story hotel at a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey early Tuesday during a school holiday, killing at least 76 people — at least two of them when they jumped from the building to escape the flames, officials said. At least 51 people also were injured in the fire at the Grand Kartal hotel in Kartalkaya, in Bolu province’s Koroglu mountains, some 300 kilometers (185 miles) east of Istanbul, said Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya. Atakan Yelkovan, a hotel guest staying on the third floor, told the IHA news agency there was chaos on the upper floors as other guests tried to escape, including by trying to climb down from their rooms using sheets and blankets.
- People
Man Known as the 'Johnny-on-the-Spot' Animal Rescuer for His L.A. Community Ramps Up Efforts During Wildfires (Exclusive)
Austin Muhs and the 999 Rescue Team he leads have helped save over 100 animals from the ongoing L.A. wildfires
- Deadline
L.A. Wildfires: Firefighters Extend Containment Amid Calmer Weather; Additional Evacuation Orders Lifted; LA Mayor Appoints Rebuilding Czar – Update
UPDATED with latest: As the Santa Ana winds quieted over the weekend, there was more good news regarding containment figures for both the Palisades and Eaton blazes. The former fire is 52% contained (up from 43% yesterday) and the latter fire is contained at 81% (risen from 73%). The reprieve is much-needed for fire personnel …
- The Independent
The best and worst outfits at Donald Trump’s inauguration
Lauren Sanchez faced widespread criticism for her daring outfit while Melania Trump’s hat sparked countless memes
- The Independent
Ramaswamy forced out of DOGE by Musk after calling US workers ‘mediocre,’ report says
Entrepreneur is now expected to launch a gubernatorial campaign in his home state of Ohio
- SETHLUI.COM
23 best buffets in Singapore: Ultimate all-you-can-eat guide for all occasions [Jan 2025 update]
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- Hello!
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's middle child Fin is catching up to 6ft 2 dad in new photos
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's middle child Fin is catching up to 6ft 2 dad in new photos together
- CNN Business
Trump has tossed TikTok a lifeline. But China’s not happy
For many of America’s 170 million TikTok users, US President Donald Trump’s move to delay a legal ban of the popular social media platform was cause for celebration. But in China, where TikTok’s parent company is based, the reception has been less positive.
- HuffPost
CNN Data Reporter Hits Joe Biden With A Harsh Truth In His Final Hours Of Office
"My goodness gracious," Harry Enten said of one particular polling detail on the outgoing president.
- CNN
Hamas gave the three hostages ‘gift bags’ upon their release. This is what was inside
When Hamas’ military wing, the Qassam Brigades, released its propaganda video of three Israeli hostages being released Sunday night, there was a striking detail.
- CNN
Trump revokes security clearances of former officials who signed Hunter Biden laptop letter with executive action
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday revoking the security clearance of 51 former intelligence officials who signed a 2020 letter arguing that emails from a laptop belonging to Hunter Biden carried “all the classic earmarks of a Russian information operation” and that of his former national security adviser John Bolton.
- The Daily Beast
Obama Joked to Bush: ‘How Can We Stop What’s Happening?’
A lip reader may have cracked the code after Barack Obama and George W. Bush were seen conversing at President Donald Trump’s inauguration. A deaf TikToker named Jackie, who frequently posts clips of celebrities and lip reads their conversation, seemingly provided insight into what the pair thinks of Trump. The TikToker posted video showing Obama making a brief comment to Bush, who is standing next to wife, Laura.