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Freed activist Paul Watson vows to 'end whaling worldwide'
3 hours, 14 minutes ago

Freed activist Paul Watson vows to 'end whaling worldwide'

Raw Story  

Animal rights activist Paul Watson, freed this week from detention in Denmark, vowed on Saturday to end whale hunting worldwide and to stop Japan if it tried to resume whaling in the Southern Ocean. "One way or the other we are going to end whaling worldwide," Watson told reporters in central Paris where several hundred supporters had gathered to greet …

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AP PHOTOS: Scenes of devastation from the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
2 days, 10 hours ago

AP PHOTOS: Scenes of devastation from the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami

Associated Press  

On Dec. 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the west coast of Sumatra, causing a massive wave that devastated Asian coastal communities across thousands of miles. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print An aerial view of Phi Phi island in Krabi province, southern Thailand Friday, Dec. 31, 2004. Share Share Copy …

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Southern California men indicted in alleged $22-million crypto fraud case
2 days, 15 hours ago

Southern California men indicted in alleged $22-million crypto fraud case

LA Times  

These images, described as Vault of Gems NFTs in a federal indictment, were part of a “rug pull” scheme, prosecutors say. The U.S. attorney’s office says that from May 2021 to May 2024, they and an unnamed co-conspirator collected $22.4 million from multiple “rug pull” schemes — in which a token or project creator collects investor funds, but then abandons …

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California regulators vote to delay closure of gas storage facility, site of worst US methane leak
2 days, 21 hours ago

California regulators vote to delay closure of gas storage facility, site of worst US methane leak

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — California regulators have approved a controversial proposal to delay the closure of the Aliso Canyon Natural Gas Facility, the site of the nation’s largest known methane leak, which forced thousands of families from their Los Angeles homes in 2015. The California Public Utilities Commission on Thursday voted 4-0, with one commissioner recused, to approve a judge’s proposed …

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Malaysia agrees to resume ‘no find, no fee’ hunt for flight MH370, 10 years after plane disappeared
3 days, 6 hours ago

Malaysia agrees to resume ‘no find, no fee’ hunt for flight MH370, 10 years after plane disappeared

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Malaysia’s government has agreed in principle to accept a second “no find, no fee” proposal from a U.S. company to renew the hunt for flight MH370, which is believed to have crashed in the southern Indian Ocean more than 10 years ago, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said Friday. Loke said Cabinet ministers gave the nod at …

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The warm Turkish welcome for refugees is ending and Syrians are worried
3 days, 9 hours ago

The warm Turkish welcome for refugees is ending and Syrians are worried

Associated Press  

GAZIANTEP, Turkey — Turkey gained renown as a haven for refugees by welcoming more than 3 million Syrians fleeing violence between forces from Bashar Assad ’s government and a patchwork of rebel groups. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print ‘My children were born here’ Cabuli spent several years in a refugee camp before …

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Furious homeowners brand highest water bill hikes in the UK 'bonkers' as tens of thousands face Christmas weekend cut off from supplies after 'technical issue'
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3 days, 14 hours ago

Furious homeowners brand highest water bill hikes in the UK 'bonkers' as tens of thousands face Christmas weekend cut off from supplies after 'technical issue'

Daily Mail  

Residents across Hampshire are furious at seeing their water bills increase after thousands of homes were left without supplies following a 'technical issue'. The issue began on Wednesday morning after Southern Water issued an update confirming there was a technical problem at the Testwood water supply works preventing water from leaving the site. Long queues of cars could be seen …

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Southern Africa’s liberation movements have lost their political mojo
3 days, 15 hours ago

Southern Africa’s liberation movements have lost their political mojo

Al Jazeera  

Electoral support for former freedom fighters is dwindling across the region due to their inability to deliver ethical and effective governance after decades in power. On December 3, the Electoral Commission of Namibia announced that Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of the ruling South West Africa People’s Organisation party, has emerged victorious in the disputed presidential election conducted from November 27 to 30. …

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Malaysia to resume search for missing Malaysian Airlines MH370
3 days, 15 hours ago

Malaysia to resume search for missing Malaysian Airlines MH370

Al Jazeera  

Malaysia’s government has agreed in principle to resume the search for the wreckage of missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, more than 10 years after it disappeared in one of the world’s greatest aviation mysteries, the country’s transport minister announced. Anthony Loke said on Friday that the proposal to search a new area in the southern Indian Ocean came from United …

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‘Leave bright and early:’ Southern Californians brace for crowded airports, freeways during holiday travel
3 days, 15 hours ago

‘Leave bright and early:’ Southern Californians brace for crowded airports, freeways during holiday travel

LA Times  

Southern Californians can expect to see high wait times at the airports and congested traffic on the freeways during the holidays this year. “This year, with Christmas Day falling on a Wednesday, we’re anticipating record-breaking travel numbers the weekend before and the weekend after the holiday.” Interstate 10 from Los Angeles to Palm Springs is expected to take two hours …

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Israeli forces fire at Syrian protesters in Deraa, wounding one
3 days, 15 hours ago

Israeli forces fire at Syrian protesters in Deraa, wounding one

Al Jazeera  

Demonstrators demand an end to Israeli military presence in border town in southern governorate. Israeli forces have shot and wounded a Syrian protester demonstrating against the army’s presence in a border village in southern Syria, the Israeli military says. “During a protest condemning the Israeli incursion, a young man was injured by Israeli forces’ gunfire in the village of Maariya, …

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In Florida, a race is on to save the Everglades and protect a key source of drinking water
4 days, 1 hour ago

In Florida, a race is on to save the Everglades and protect a key source of drinking water

Associated Press  

EVERGLADES, Fla. — In a region of Florida known as the River of Grass, John Kominoski plops into hip-deep waters. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Naturalist tour guide Juan Macias is reflected in the tram's mirror as a tourist photographs an alligator in the Shark Valley area of Florida's Everglades National Park, …

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Southern Water outage: More than 58,000 homes could be without water until the weekend amid 'technical issue' at supply works
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4 days, 4 hours ago

Southern Water outage: More than 58,000 homes could be without water until the weekend amid 'technical issue' at supply works

Daily Mail  

Tens of thousands of homes could be without water until the weekend because of a 'technical issue' at a Southern Water supply works. Lots of residents say they are on the priority list but are yet to get any water Southern Water said it is 'so sorry' after thousands of people were left without water. Pamela Bird, 81, and her …

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After a decade in Turkey, a Syrian refugee rushes to return home, but reality hits
4 days, 9 hours ago

After a decade in Turkey, a Syrian refugee rushes to return home, but reality hits

Associated Press  

ALEPPO, Syria — The moment he arrived home to Syria from Turkey, Ahmed al-Kassem held his sister in a tight embrace, tears streaming down their faces. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Syrian refugee Ahmed al-Kassem and his family are welcomed by relatives as they return to their home in Aleppo, Syria, Friday, …

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Dozens killed in two passenger bus crashes in Afghanistan
4 days, 15 hours ago

Dozens killed in two passenger bus crashes in Afghanistan

Al Jazeera  

At least 50 people killed in accidents on the same highway in Ghazni province between Kabul and southern Kandahar city. The accidents took place on the same highway in Ghazni province between the capital, Kabul, and southern Kandahar city late on Wednesday, provincial head of information and culture Hamidullah Nisar said on X on Thursday. Message of Condolences from the …

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Chinese operas that blend French culture wow audiences
4 days, 15 hours ago

Chinese operas that blend French culture wow audiences

China Daily  

gofujian.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-19 The "China-France Beautiful Countryside Journey" event was stagedin the town of Pernes les Fontaines in southern France on local time Dec 17, aiming to promote exchanges and mutual understanding among the people of both countries. Highlights included the Notre-Dame de Paris puppet show, a blend of martial arts and acrobatics in a Dacheng Opera, a tea-picking …

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Amazon strike hits Southern California warehouses during holiday rush
4 days, 15 hours ago

Amazon strike hits Southern California warehouses during holiday rush

LA Times  

Workers at several Amazon warehouses across the country went on strike early Thursday morning, part of an effort by the Teamsters union to pressure the e-commerce giant to recognize burgeoning unions at its facilities. In all, the Teamsters said roughly 10,000 Amazon employees and contracted workers at various Amazon facilities have pledged to affiliate with the union, a small slice …

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Doctor surrenders license after allegations that he sexually abused patients and employees
4 days, 15 hours ago

Doctor surrenders license after allegations that he sexually abused patients and employees

LA Times  

The Medical Board of California’s offices are located at the California Department of Consumer Affairs in Sacramento. Dr. Mohammad Rasekhi signed an agreement to give up his medical license last month, weeks after the Medical Board of California filed an accusation against him detailing allegations that Rasekhi sexually abused three women while they were under his care. Rasekhi was the …

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Dwindling Antarctic sea ice driving more storms, study warns
4 days, 20 hours ago

Dwindling Antarctic sea ice driving more storms, study warns

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dwindling Antarctic sea ice is driving more storms in the Southern Ocean, a new study …

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Schools closed and homes left without water due to Southern Water fault
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5 days ago

Schools closed and homes left without water due to Southern Water fault

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A fault at a Southern Water supply works has left …

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Prayerful, playful, mystical: Some of AP’s most compelling religion photos of 2024
5 days, 2 hours ago

Prayerful, playful, mystical: Some of AP’s most compelling religion photos of 2024

Associated Press  

Fittingly, in photographs depicting aspects of faith, it’s often the light that is most riveting. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print A riverboat carrying the Eucharist cruises down the Ohio River between Wellsburg, West Virginia, and Brilliant, Ohio, Sunday, June 23, 2024. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest …

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Xi Jinping in Macau today to mark 25 years of Chinese rule
5 days, 15 hours ago

Xi Jinping in Macau today to mark 25 years of Chinese rule

India Today  

China's President Xi Jinping arrives in Macau on Wednesday to mark a quarter century of Beijing's rule over the former Portuguese enclave, and is likely during his three-day visit to urge further diversification from its casino industry. Located on China's southern coast, Macau returned to Chinese rule on December 20, 1999, governed under the same "one country, two systems" formula …

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Column: Citrus in December is a SoCal tradition. Enjoy your harvest while you can
5 days, 15 hours ago

Column: Citrus in December is a SoCal tradition. Enjoy your harvest while you can

LA Times  

Trees heavy with citrus fruits that ripen as winter progresses are as much a Southern California holiday tradition as tamales and the Rose Parade. Every December in Southern California, the days get shorter yet brighter — and it’s not Christmas lights or the shifting sun that make the region shine. Trees heavy with fruits that ripen through the color spectrum …

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Nuclear bunker sales increase, despite expert warnings they won’t protect you
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5 days, 17 hours ago

Nuclear bunker sales increase, despite expert warnings they won’t protect you

The Independent  

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