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US News Today Live: California homeowners face double whammy amid non-renewals of insurances as wildfires rage
- Los Angeles wildfires have led to significant property destruction amid an insurance crisis for homeowners. With rising premiums and fewer coverage options, many are vulnerable as they try to recover from the devastation.
US News Today Live: Iconic Hollywood sign faces risk as terrifying wildfires continue in Los Angeles | Video
- The Pacific Palisades wildfires have led to the evacuation of over 100,000 residents, including celebrities. The situation remains dire as flames approach the iconic Hollywood sign, with many losing their homes in the devastating fires.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles fires: 3 new blazes scorch acres, actors’ homes reduced to ashes, region faces water shortages
- According to report, three fires—Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst—raged from 7 January onwards, burning 17234, 10600, and 855 acres, respectively. The Scout, Lidia, and Sunset fires—started on 8 January—burned 11.7, 348, and 42.8 acres of land, respectively in Los Angeles.
US News Today Live: Joe Biden says he could have defeated Donald Trump, reveals reason for passing the baton
- President Biden stated he believed he could have beaten Trump in the elections but chose not to run after his son Beau's passing.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump’s 2019 warning reappears, blames LA fires on California Guv’s efforts to protect ‘worthless fish’
- Los Angeles Fires: Donald trump has claimed that the governor's decision to restrict water usage to save ‘essentially worthless’ fish species has caused the Wildfires that is being dubbed as the worst in past two years.
US News Today Live: Oscars 2025 delayed? Los Angeles wildfire postpones nomination announcement to this date
- Apart from rescheduling the nominations announcement of the 97th Academy Awards, the deadline for Oscar nomination voting has been extended by two days till 14 January.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles fires: Nora Fatehi evacuates home as 'apocalyptic' blaze, Priyanka Chopra shares concerns
- Nora Fatehi reported evacuating from LA due to severe wildfires, describing the chaos and urgency of the situation. She expressed hope to catch her flight while relocating near the airport. Priyanka Chopra also shared her concerns for those affected by the fires.
US News Today Live: Why it's too difficult to tame 'apocalyptic' Los Angeles wildfire
- How did the LA fire start? Why are authorities unable to douse wildfire that's spreading across Los Angeles, in California? Here's you guide to understand the apocalyptic nature of the current blaze that killed five.
US News Today Live: Why Donald Trump wants to take control of Greenland - Know the reason behind his bold proposal
- Donald Trump has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland. He is considering diplomatic and economic pressure on Denmark, aiming to expand American influence and cement his legacy.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles fire burns homes of Hollywood celebrities into ashes: Billions of dollars destroyed; check who the stars are
- A destructive fire in Hollywood Hills has burned 42 square miles, destroying the homes of several celebrities. The iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame is at risk as the fire continues to advance through the area.
US News Today Live: Norovirus outbreaks in US: Why doesn't hand sanitizer kill this virus? All you need to know about it
- The norovirus cases are reportedly rising in the US since December last year. The US CDC describes norovirus as “a highly contagious virus". Here's all you need yo know about it
US News Today Live: Joe Biden reveals rival Donald Trump's surprising compliment to him in private meeting, says THIS
- Joe Biden, who will leave the White House office on January 20, said in an exit interview the Donald Trump had once gave him a compliment about his about his economic record during their private meeting.
US News Today Live: ‘Like an inferno’: Los Angeles wildfires kill 5, force thousands, including celebrities, to flee— What we know so far
- Los Angeles wildfires: Thousands of firefighters were battling at least three separate blazes — from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena. One of the fires was the most destructive in the modern history of the city of LA.
US News Today Live: Elli Lilly's weight loss drug to be covered in Medicare insurance in US for THIS treatment - all you need to know
- Eli Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound is now covered by Medicare for sleep apnea treatment, expanding access to the costly medication. This comes after Zepbound's FDA approval for a secondary use, allowing Medicare coverage. Insurers may still opt not to cover the drug despite the new guidance.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump pays tribute to late US president Jimmy Carter at US Capitol; state funeral service on Thursday
- President-elect Trump paid tribute to the late Jimmy Carter in Washingto. Trump will be inaugurated on January 20, with flags at half-staff in Carter's honor, despite his criticism of the mourning tradition.
US News Today Live: ‘Not going to happen’: Antony Blinken dismisses Donald Trump's idea of taking over Canada, Greenland
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's comments came a day after US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to use “economic force" and not military force to take over Canada.
US News Today Live: Pamela Anderson’s plane nightmare: How mistaken identity led to a near-death experience
- Pamela Anderson revealed a frightening incident on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast, where a man attempted to attack her on a plane after confusing her for Natalie Maines of The Chicks. The aggression was linked to Maines' 2003 comments about President Bush, which sparked national outrage.
US News Today Live: National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter on January on 9: Govt offices, stock market, banks—What’s closed, open in US
- Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, President Joe Biden declared January 9, 2025, a national day of mourning. While not a federal holiday, it will affect federal offices, services, and businesses. Here's what to know about closures and adjusted hours.