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LA Wildfire Victims Fear Rebuilding; Some Won’t Return

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 20, 2025

In the middle of the night, Karen Myles, 66, was suddenly woken from her sleep. She was in her pajamas when she stepped outside her home in Altadena, California, and saw a terrible sight: big, bright flames from the fire burning the trees around her. There were also live electric wires sparking on the street. […]

Trump to Launch Big Immigration Raid in Chicago on Day 2

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 19, 2025

When Donald Trump becomes president, he has big plans for immigration enforcement. One of his first actions is to launch a large immigration raid in Chicago, just a day after he takes office, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. This raid, expected to start on a Tuesday, will last all week and […]

TikTok Stops Working as US Ban Takes Effect

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 19, 2025

A new law banning TikTok in the United States has officially taken effect, causing the popular app to stop working across the country. On Saturday night, US users of TikTok received a message saying that the app had been banned due to a new law. The message informed users, “You can’t use TikTok for now.” […]

LA Wildfires Spread as Strong Winds Warn Millions to Stay Safe

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 17, 2025

In Los Angeles, huge wildfires are burning uncontrollably, putting the entire city on edge. Firefighters are working hard, battling strong, dry winds that make the fires grow even faster. These fires have been going on for 8 days, and it’s been very dangerous for everyone. The fires have already burned down thousands of homes, leaving […]

TikTok May Shut Down in the US This Sunday, Sources Reveal

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 17, 2025

TikTok, the app loved by millions in the U.S., might be shutting down for American users on Sunday because of a new law set to take effect. This law could block TikTok from being used in the country, and if the ban happens, people won’t be able to open the app. Instead, they will see […]

Biden Says Goodbye to Oval Office as Trump’s Legacy Looms

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 16, 2025

President Joe Biden will end his long career in politics with one final speech in the Oval Office on Wednesday. He hopes to leave behind a legacy, though some believe his time in office has been overshadowed by his inability to stop Donald Trump from coming back into power. Biden ran for president in 2020 […]

LA Firefighters Brave Strong Winds to Control Wildfires

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 16, 2025

Firefighters in Los Angeles are working hard to stop two huge wildfires that have been burning for over a week. These fires have spread across a huge area, almost as big as Washington, D.C., and are getting worse because of strong desert winds and dry land. About 8,500 brave firefighters from seven states and two […]

LA Utility Sued Over Water Shortage in Palisades Fire

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 15, 2025

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) was sued after claims that they didn’t manage water supplies properly during the Palisades Fire, which has killed at least 8 people and destroyed many homes. The lawsuit, filed on Monday, says that LADWP should have made sure a nearby water reservoir was filled. But, when […]

Mexican Firefighters Ready to Help Fight LA Wildfires

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 15, 2025

In a powerful display of international teamwork, a group of 72 Mexican firefighters has arrived in Los Angeles to assist in fighting the deadly wildfires that have been ravaging Southern California. A Specialized Team Ready for Action The team is not only made up of experienced firefighters but also includes military specialists, doctors, engineers, and […]

Southern Japan hit by strong quake near Nankai Trough region

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 14, 2025

Late Monday evening, southern Japan experienced a powerful earthquake, but authorities confirmed it didn’t trigger a megaquake warning like the one issued for the first time last year. Here’s everything you need to know about the event. When and Where Did It Happen? The earthquake struck at 9:19 PM local time (12:19 AM GMT) in […]

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