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2 days, 17 hours ago

Hawaiian Electric Company’s shaky credit prompts proposal for help from state

Still reeling financially from the devastating wildfires that killed at least 102 people and destroyed much of Lahaina in 2023, Hawaiian Electric Co. wants the state to back the utility’s contracts with wind and solar farms. “Right now, we’re completely stalled out.” Hawaii Rep. Nicole Lowen, chair of the House Energy and Environmental Protection Committee, said HECO’s proposal makes sense …

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5 days, 14 hours ago

Insurers Are Deserting Homeowners as Climate Shocks Worsen

New York Times

Insurers Are Deserting Homeowners as Climate Shocks Worsen Without insurance, it’s impossible to get a mortgage; without a mortgage, most Americans can’t buy a home. Alaska Fla. Hawaii NONRENEWAL RATES, 2023 1 in 200 1 in 100 1 in 50 1 in 25 State rate shown Wash. Maine N.D. Mont. Nev. Utah Colo. Calif. Kan. Okla. Ariz. N.M. Texas Alaska …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Dick Van Dyke Reveals How Neighbors 'Saved' Him After Malibu Wildfire Broke Out

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Dick Van Dyke was among the 20,000 people ordered to evacuate the Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, on Tuesday, and credits his neighbors with helping him get to safety. “I forgot how old I am, and I realized I was crawling to get out.” Dick Van Dyke, photographed in June, said he escaped from Malibu's Franklin Fire …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Sara Tendulkar lands at the Gabba to support Team India in 3rd Test against Australia, photos spread like wildfire

Hindustan Times

India and Australia are battling it out in the all-crucial Gabba Test of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sara Tendulkar in attendance for the Gabba Test between India and Australia As the play progressed on Day 1, the TV cameras picked up Sara Tendulkar, the daughter of Sachin Tendulkar, in attendance for the Gabba Test between India and Australia. On Saturday …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Congress stokes Allu Arjun wildfire, pours cold water on Priyanka's maiden speech

India Today

Not every day goes as planned, especially if it is a Friday. However, by midday, it was Allu Arjun and Hyderabad Police's wildfire that overshadowed Priyanka Gandhi's speech. All news cameras turned towards Hyderabad as a five-hour intense drama first saw Allu Arjun being arrested, then sent to 14-day judicial custody and ultimately the Telangana High Court granting him interim …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Dick Van Dyke, 98, forced to 'crawl' to car during terrifying Malibu wildfire evacuation: 'I couldn't get up'

Daily Mail

Dick Van Dyke was forced to crawl to his car during the terrifying Malibu wildfire evacuation after 'exhausting himself' trying to fight the flames. Dick Van Dyke was forced to crawl to his car during the terrifying Malibu wildfire evacuation after 'exhausting himself' trying to fight the flames The screen legend, who will turn 99 on Friday December 13, fled …

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Malibu fires live: 4,000 acres burned as officials warn wildfires will take ‘number of days’ to contain

The Independent

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1 week, 4 days ago

Oregon lawmakers to hold special session on emergency wildfire funding

Associated Press

SALEM, Ore. — Oregon lawmakers are convening Thursday for a special session to discuss emergency funding to pay out millions in unpaid bills stemming from the state’s 2024 record wildfire season. New Mexico lawmakers in a July special session approved millions in emergency aid for wildfire victims, and states including North Dakota and Wyoming have requested federal disaster declarations to …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Farmers Insurance expands home coverage, saying market has improved

LA Times

Smoke rises from the Franklin fire in the hills near the Malibu Pier on Tuesday. Farmers Insurance plans to increase the number of homeowners insurance policies it will write and begin offering coverage again for new customers in other types of dwellings, citing improvements in California’s home insurance market. The Los Angeles-based company, the state’s second-largest home insurer, said it …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Malibu Wildfire Prompts Evacuation Orders For 20,000, Including Dick Van Dyke, Cher

Huff Post

Firefighters battle the Franklin Fire in Malibu, Calif., on Dec. 10, 2024. AP Photo/Jae C. Hong MALIBU, Calif. — Weather conditions were forecasted to improve this week in Southern California, aiding firefighters in their battle against a wind-driven wildfire that’s forced up to 20,000 people — including performers Cher, Dick Van Dyke and his wife — from their homes. Van …

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1 week, 5 days ago

California wildfire: The Franklin fire's impact in photos

India Today

Firefighters stand vigilant as the flames creep closer to Pepperdine University, their eyes scanning for signs of escalation. Firefighters monitor the Franklin Fire approaching Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. A car drives past flames from the Franklin Fire at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Students evacuate from Pepperdine University as the Franklin Fire burns in Malibu. Firefighters work as the …

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Homes burn as wind-driven wildfire prompts evacuations in Malibu, California

Deccan Chronicle

Malibu:Thousands of Southern California residents were under evacuation orders and warnings Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near seaside mansions and Pepperdine University, where students watched as flames raced down hillsides and the sky turned deep red. A “minimal number” of homes burned, but the exact amount wasn't immediately known, Los Angeles County Fire Department …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Schools shut in Los Angeles County as California wildfire triples in size within one hour

Live Mint

A wind-fanned wildfire in Malibu, California, tripled in size over the course of an hour early Tuesday morning, spurring evacuation orders, forcing schools to shut and closing a segment of the Pacific Coast Highway. The Franklin Fire, which was burning out of control in Los Angeles County, scorched approximately 1,822 acres overnight, according to Cal Fire, the California Department of …

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Franklin Fire: Homes burn in Malibu wildfire; firefighters battle wind-driven blaze, mass evacuations ordered

Hindustan Times

Thousands of Southern California residents were under evacuation orders and warnings Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near seaside mansions and Pepperdine University, where students sheltering at the school's library watched as the blaze intensified and the sky turned deep red. A “minimal number” of homes burned, but the exact amount wasn't immediately known, Los …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Malibu wildfire forces thousands to flee as Pepperdine students ordered to shelter in place

The Independent

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It was unclear how many homes had already …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu

Associated Press

MALIBU, Calif. — Evacuation orders and warnings have gone out to 20,000 Southern California residents Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near celebrities’ seaside mansions, horse farms and Pepperdine University, the sheriff’s department said. The “stubborn fire” is 0% contained and has drawn some 1,500 firefighters, Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony C. Marrone …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Malibu wildfire forces evacuations near Pepperdine University amid wind-driven blaze

India Today

: Thousands of Southern California residents were under evacuation orders Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near seaside mansions and Pepperdine University, where students sheltering at the school's library watched as the blaze intensified, and the sky turned deep red. “Just seeing the flames grow and seeing that bright red colour of fire just get …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Firefighters battling Franklin wildfire in Malibu, California

Al Jazeera

Firefighters in the United States are battling a wildfire in Malibu, California that is near Pepperdine University and prompting evacuations of about 6,000 people and more than 2,000 structures, according to local media. “Just seeing the flames grow and seeing that bright red colour of fire just get brighter and brighter and brighter — it was so scary,” student Gabrielle …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Red flag warnings set to take effect throughout Southern California, beginning Monday

LA Times

Strong Santa Ana winds were blamed for a devastating wildfire in Camarillo in Ventura County last month. Red flag warnings will go into effect early Monday for large swaths of Southern California, from Los Angeles to San Diego, due to strong Santa Ana winds, according to the National Weather Service. The strong dry winds combined with warm temperatures and low …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Wildfire season isn’t over in SoCal. Warm weekend followed by Santa Ana winds elevates danger

LA Times

The Mountain fire burns in the hillsides of Santa Paula on Nov. 7. An unusual warm weekend followed by dry conditions and gusty Santa Ana winds is expected to bring elevated fire danger to Los Angeles and Ventura counties next week. “We do have high confidence that the fire weather watches will be converted to red flag warnings,” said Carol …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pushpa 2 The Rule review: Allu Arjun delivers a wildfire performance as Pushpa Raj in an entertaining film

Hindustan Times

Pushpa 2 The Rule review: There’s something about Sukumar’s Pushpa 2: The Rule that draws you in. And yet, you can’t help but invest yourself in Allu Arjun’s Pushpa Raj and his journey for the unending 3-hours-20-minutes as he nurses an ego that was bruised when he was a child. Pushpa 2 The Rule review: Allu Arjun brings his A-game …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pushpa 2 X review: Fans hail Allu Arjun's 'roaring wildfire' performance

India Today

Pushpa 2: The Rule, Allu Arjun's much-awaited masala actioner, has finally hit the theatres. Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh called it a "mega blockbuster" and said that Allu Arjun is "fantastic" in the film. Here's how the audience is reacting to Pushpa 2: The Rule: #Pushpa2 : ââââ TERRIFIC #Pushpa2Review:#AlluArjun stole the show completely with his raw and rustic performance …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

'Pushpa 2: The Rule' movie review: Where ego sparks a wildfire

New Indian Express

In the Pushpa sequel, director Sukumar once again demonstrates his mastery in crafting drama and conflict. Sukumar doesn’t just create laughs and thrills; he plunges deep into a character’s psyche, unraveling the very DNA of what an apology means for someone like Pushparaj. Most of the film brims with cleverness and energy, invoking the best elements of the first Pushpa …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pushpa 2 Twitter reviews: Allu Arjun packs a wildfire punch as Pushpa Raj, fans hail incredible Jathara sequence

Hindustan Times

The much-awaited film Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, hit theatres tonight on Wednesday and the first reviews are flooding in. Pushpa 2 The Rule twitter reviews: Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna are wildfire as Pushpa Raj and Srivalli. Apart from a few sequences where dialogues are a little hard to understand, no real technical issues …

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Hawaiian Electric Company’s shaky credit prompts proposal for help from state

Insurers Are Deserting Homeowners as Climate Shocks Worsen

Dick Van Dyke Reveals How Neighbors 'Saved' Him After Malibu Wildfire Broke Out

Sara Tendulkar lands at the Gabba to support Team India in 3rd Test against Australia, photos spread like wildfire

Congress stokes Allu Arjun wildfire, pours cold water on Priyanka's maiden speech

Dick Van Dyke, 98, forced to 'crawl' to car during terrifying Malibu wildfire evacuation: 'I couldn't get up'

Malibu fires live: 4,000 acres burned as officials warn wildfires will take ‘number of days’ to contain

Oregon lawmakers to hold special session on emergency wildfire funding

Farmers Insurance expands home coverage, saying market has improved

Malibu Wildfire Prompts Evacuation Orders For 20,000, Including Dick Van Dyke, Cher

California wildfire: The Franklin fire's impact in photos

Homes burn as wind-driven wildfire prompts evacuations in Malibu, California

Schools shut in Los Angeles County as California wildfire triples in size within one hour

Franklin Fire: Homes burn in Malibu wildfire; firefighters battle wind-driven blaze, mass evacuations ordered

Malibu wildfire forces thousands to flee as Pepperdine students ordered to shelter in place

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu

Malibu wildfire forces evacuations near Pepperdine University amid wind-driven blaze

Firefighters battling Franklin wildfire in Malibu, California

Red flag warnings set to take effect throughout Southern California, beginning Monday

Wildfire season isn’t over in SoCal. Warm weekend followed by Santa Ana winds elevates danger

Pushpa 2 The Rule review: Allu Arjun delivers a wildfire performance as Pushpa Raj in an entertaining film

Pushpa 2 X review: Fans hail Allu Arjun's 'roaring wildfire' performance

'Pushpa 2: The Rule' movie review: Where ego sparks a wildfire

Pushpa 2 Twitter reviews: Allu Arjun packs a wildfire punch as Pushpa Raj, fans hail incredible Jathara sequence