Hurricane Helene Slams into Florida, Kills Three

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Hurricane Helene Slams into Florida, Kills Three
Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in the Florida Big Bend region, causing at least three deaths and leaving millions without power. The storm has weakened to a Category 1 but continues to produce hurricane-force winds in Georgia. At least 20 people have died in four states, and officials warn of life-threatening storm surges, winds, and heavy rains as the storm moves inland. **Are you prepared for hurricane season?

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Jimmy Carter's State Funeral: A Final Salute to the 39th President

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Jimmy Carter's state funeral began with a procession in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, and will continue in Atlanta. The former president passed away at 100 and was honored with a National Park Service salute and a farm bell ringing 39 times. Carter spent most of his life in Plains with his wife, Rosalynn.

New Year's Weather Chaos: Travel Disruptions, Heavy Rain, and Snow Across the UK

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Buckle up for a wild New Year's celebration!** The UK is bracing for a week of extreme weather, with multiple yellow weather warnings in place from Monday to Thursday. Gusts of up to 70mph and heavy downpours could lead to travel disruptions, flooding, and blizzard conditions. Hogmanay celebrations are at risk, and up to 25cm of snow is expected in some areas. Stay informed, check for updates, and secure loose items outside your home.

Get Ready for a Scorching Christmas and Boxing Day: Dangerous Fire Conditions Across Australia's South-East

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Get ready for a scorching Christmas and Boxing Day with extreme fire dangers and total fire bans across Australia's south-east. South Australians will swelter on Christmas Day with Adelaide set to record its hottest Christmas since 2016. Victoria faces its worst fire risk since 2019's black bummer, with extreme fire dangers in all but one region, leading to a total fire ban for the state on Boxing Day. High temperatures bring increased risk of serious heat-related illnesses. Prepare for outages and stay safe this festive season.

Tragedy Strikes Florida Marina: Boat Explosion Leaves One Dead, Five Injured

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Boat Explosion at Lauderdale Marina Kills One, Injures Five
A night out on the water turned tragic when two boats caught fire at the Lauderdale Marina in Florida.*
Witnesses describe a massive explosion, with one boat's top half flying up to ten feet.*
The fire quickly spread to another boat, causing chaos and injuring multiple people.*
Rescue crews searched for a missing man who was later found dead.*

Investigations and Aftermath
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.*
The identity of the victims is not yet known.*
A similar explosion and fire occurred at the same location weeks prior.*

Huge Snowstorm Causes Chaos in the Balkans

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A massive snowstorm has swept through the Balkans, causing traffic chaos and leaving thousands of homes without power. The storm has hit Bosnia and Croatia the hardest, with schools closed, roads blocked, and heavy vehicles banned. Rescue efforts are underway to reach two Hungarian hikers missing in the Slovenian Alps. The storm is forecast to move on to Serbia next.

Matt Gaetz: A Fall from Grace?

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Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican, has been accused of paying multiple women for sex, including a minor. The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing substantial evidence of these allegations. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing. The report also found that Gaetz violated House rules by using his position for special favors and obstructing the committee's investigation. Gaetz resigned from the US House of Representatives in November 2022, after being picked by former President Donald Trump for US attorney general. The Ethics Committee's report has not been released since 2006, breaking from its long-standing practice and opening itself up to criticism. The report's release has been seen as an attempt to weaponize the committee's process.

Hundreds Feared Dead After Cyclone Chido Hits Mayotte and Mozambique

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Cyclone Chido** has left a trail of destruction in Mayotte and Mozambique, with hundreds feared dead and thousands injured. The storm, which was intensified by climate breakdown, flattened slums and destroyed homes, leaving many areas inaccessible. French officials have confirmed 22 deaths and 1,500 injuries in Mayotte, but the death toll is expected to rise. In Mozambique, nearly 500 people were injured and 24,000 homes were destroyed. The cyclone also caused widespread devastation in the city of Mamoudzou, Mayotte, and left the water system working at only 50%. French authorities have started to distribute water and are working to set up a field hospital. The French president is due to visit Mayotte on Thursday.

Florida Woman Arrested After Health Insurance Threat

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A Florida woman is behind bars after she allegedly threatened a Blue Cross Blue Shield agent during a phone call about a recently denied insurance claim. Briana Boston, 42, was charged with threats to conduct a mass shooting or an act of terrorism after she was recorded saying, "Delay, deny, depose. You people are next." Boston was upset about medical claims that had been denied recently and that she used the recent murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as an attempt to threaten the company.

Cyclone Chido Leaves a Trail of Destruction in Mayotte and Mozambique

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Cyclone Chido Hits Hard:** At least 11 dead, hundreds feared missing in Mayotte, Mozambique. The storm destroyed buildings, hospitals, and homes, causing a major humanitarian crisis. Mayotte's prefect described it as the worst cyclone since 1934. Authorities are working to restore electricity, water, and sanitation. France's new government is sending rescuers and firefighters to help. The death toll is expected to rise significantly.

Luxury Real Estate Agents Charged with Sex Trafficking in New York and Florida

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Two luxury real estate agents, Oren and Tal Alexander, along with their brother Alon, have been charged with drugging and raping dozens of women. The alleged crimes took place in New York City and Miami from 2010 to 2021. The brothers used their positions to lure women into traveling with them or attending parties with promises of romantic relationships, then drugged and raped them. The victims were often given drugs such as cocaine and GHB or had their drinks secretly spiked. The brothers are also accused of physically restraining and ignoring screams during the assaults. Three of the brothers were arrested in Florida and will be taken to New York. One suspect, Ohad Fisherman, is still at large. The brothers deny the allegations.

Ex England Rugby Star Tom Voyce Feared Dead After Car Swept Away in River Aln

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Ex England rugby star Tom Voyce is feared dead after his car was swept away in the River Aln during Storm Darragh. Police believe Voyce, who played for clubs including Bath and Wasps, attempted to cross Abberwick Ford in his car, but was swept away while trying to escape. Extensive searches have been conducted, with the help of specialist teams, the National Police Air Service, drones, dog handlers, and the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue, but Voyce has not been found. Voyce's family and friends have expressed their gratitude for the help and support from the police and the local community in the search.

Storm Darragh Aftermath: Thousands Left Without Power, Two Dead

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Storm Darragh's Aftermath Leaves 66,000 Without Power and Two Dead.
Storm Darragh caused widespread destruction across the UK, leaving tens of thousands of homes without power and disrupting train lines. Two men died when trees fell on their vehicles in separate incidents. Hundreds of flood alerts were in place, and as many as 134 flood alerts remain in force.

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  • 66,000 people are still without power
  • Two men died when trees fell on their vehicles
  • Hundreds of flood alerts were in place
  • Network Rail's west coast south route operations manager Chris Baughan said Storm Darragh 'wreaked havoc on the railway'

Power Restoration Efforts Underway After Storm Darragh Leaves Thousands Without Electricity in Wales

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Storm Darragh battered Wales, leaving 67,000 homes and businesses without power. The storm caused widespread damage, with numerous roads still closed and train services mostly cancelled. Clean-up efforts are underway, with thousands of downed trees and damaged buildings reported. National Grid and Scottish Power are working to restore power to affected areas, with 48,000 properties without power in mid and south Wales and 18,500 properties without power in north and mid Wales. The storm has also caused disruptions to ferry sailings to and from Ireland.

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Storm Bert Batters Wales: Floods, Landslides, and Power Outages

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Severe Flooding in Wales**: Storm Bert has caused widespread flooding and landslides in Wales, leaving homes and roads submerged. Power Outages: About 1,300 properties are without power in south and west Wales. Road Closures: Numerous roads have been closed due to flooding and fallen trees. Community Support: The community has rallied together to support those affected.

Heatwave to Trigger Thunderstorms, Risking Blackouts and Flash Floods in Eastern Australia

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A heatwave is set to give way to thunderstorms in eastern Australia, posing risks of heavy rainfall and blackouts. The heat may strain power supplies in New South Wales and Queensland, with 6 gigawatts of coal-fired power plant capacity offline for maintenance. A cut-off low pressure system over South Australia will combine with a trough over eastern NSW to create 'perfect ingredients' for volatile thunderstorms as the heatwave ebbs. Areas could well pick up more than 100mm of rainfall in the coming days.

Georgia's Controversial Decision Not to Seek Death Penalty in Laken Riley Murder

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Laken Riley, a nursing student at the University of Georgia, was brutally murdered in February by illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra.*
DA Deborah Gonzalez, for the Western Judicial District encompassing Athens, previously wrote in court documents that she would not pursue the death penalty, citing "collateral consequences to undocumented defendants."*
Ibarra was found guilty of stalking, raping, and murdering Riley, but will not face the death penalty.*
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr does not have jurisdiction to intervene, but State Sen. Colton Moore is calling on him to do so.*

Beware of Storm Bert: Travel Disruptions and School Closures Across the UK

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Storm Bert** is on its way, bringing heavy snowfall, rain, and strong winds to parts of the UK this weekend. Scotland is under an amber snow alert, with roads becoming treacherous and numerous schools closed. South-west England, north Wales, and northern Scotland have also experienced heavy snowfall, leading to school closures and transport disruptions. Stay safe and updated with local weather warnings and travel advice.

VENEZUELAN IMMIGRANT JOSÉ IBARRA GETS LIFE SENTENCE FOR MURDERING GEORGIA NURSING STUDENT LAKEN RILEY

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One Venezuelan immigrant's life sentence shocks Georgia.
José Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of beloved Georgia nursing student, Laken Riley.

  • Who is José Ibarra? An undocumented Venezuelan immigrant who brutally ended Laken's life.
  • What happened? Ibarra was charged, convicted, and sentenced for the murder of Laken Riley.
  • Why does it matter? Ibarra's shocking crime and sentence serve as a painful reminder of the importance of immigration reform and the value of every life.

The takeaway?** Even in the face of tragedy, we must strive for compassion, understanding, and progress.

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Protesters Storm Abkhazian Parliament Over Russian Investment Deal

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Abkhazia, Georgia:** Protesters have taken to the streets in the separatist region of Abkhazia, storming the parliament building in response to a proposed real estate investment deal with Russia. Demonstrators fear the deal could price them out of the property market and increase Moscow's control in the region. Police Response: In response, police have fired tear gas at the protesters, who rammed through the gates of the parliament complex using a truck and hurled eggs and plastic bottles at the police. Russian Concerns: Moscow has expressed concern over the protests, urging Russians not to visit the region and suggesting those already there consider leaving. The Russian foreign ministry has accused Abkhazia's opposition of 'provoking an escalation of the conflict.'