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In Chico, California, an unprecedented wildfire known as the Lamado Park Fire has ravaged a large area, fueled by scorching temperatures and the state’s ongoing drought. Since it broke out on July 24 near the town of C, the fire has burned more than 650 square miles, carving its destructive path north across the western edge of the Sierra Nevada. The fire is currently only 34 percent contained, according to the California Department of Fire Protection. The fire initially expanded rapidly, becoming the largest wildfire ever recorded in California. However, a brief period of warmer weather last week helped moderate…

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar has made some startling claims about the arrest of notorious drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada. According to Salazar, Zambada was forcibly flown to Texas on a private plane against his will. The diplomat clarified that the operation was not authorized or conducted by U.S. authorities and that it was Joaquín Guzmán López, son of the jailed former leader of the Sinaloa cartel, who allegedly facilitated Zambada's transfer. Salazar hinted at a possible deal between the two cartel figures. The joint arrest of Zambada and Guzmán López on July 25 sparked intense speculation. While…

In Washington, the US continues to closely monitor Venezuela's political dynamics, emphasizing the dialogue it has sustained before modifying the sanctions regime. This position was detailed by Frank Mora, US spokesman at the Organization of American States (OAS), in an interview with Voice of America. Mora stressed the importance of continued vigilance in Venezuelan affairs and advocated respecting the election results after both Nicolás Maduro and his challenger, Edmundo González, claimed victory. "Our assessment is clear: Edmundo González has garnered enough votes to be considered the winner. However, prematurely considering him 'president-elect' could complicate ongoing diplomatic efforts," he said. The…

As the US presidential election approaches, major campaigns are underway in several key states that are expected to be pivotal in deciding the November outcome. This week, Vice President Kamala Harris, who recently picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, is set to visit Wisconsin and Michigan on Wednesday. Her itinerary also includes stops in Arizona and Nevada later in the week. On the other side, Sen. J.D. Vance, former President Donald Trump's running mate, is also expected to attend high-profile events in Wisconsin and Michigan. Plans for North Carolina have been postponed because of an impending tropical…

Tropical Storm Debby turned north along the South Carolina coast Tuesday evening, unleashing heavy rain. The storm is forecast to continue bringing heavy rain to parts of eastern South Carolina and most of North Carolina, according to the latest update from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA's latest briefing indicates that the continuing downpours are expected to cause "significant flooding impacts" in the Carolinas, several mid-Atlantic states, and as far north as Vermont by Saturday morning. The storm is expected to maintain its intensity in the Carolinas, with NOAA issuing potentially dangerous storm surge advisories. Since Monday,…

In a second landfall event, Tropical Storm Debby struck South Carolina near Bulls Bay early this morning, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC). The storm, which continues its journey up the U.S. East Coast, is set to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to multiple states, with areas as far north as Vermont forecasting up to six inches of rain over the weekend. Originally making landfall as a Category 1 hurricane on Florida's Gulf Coast, Debby has since weakened to a tropical storm. Current wind speeds are around 50 mph, with forecasts suggesting it will transition into a…

In Topeka, Kansas, a coalition of fifteen states has filed a lawsuit challenging a recent federal initiative under President Joe Biden. The lawsuit targets a specific provision that would bar approximately 100,000 undocumented immigrants, who were brought to the United States as children, from participating in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health care programs starting next year. The states, led by North Dakota, are trying to block the implementation of a Nov. 1 policy that would grant these individuals, often called "Dreamers," the ability to receive tax benefits while purchasing subsidized health care. The legal dispute comes just days before…

Democratic Congresswoman Cori Bush, a prominent “Squad” figure and a vocal supporter of progressive causes, has lost her primary race in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District to Wesley Bell, a St. Louis attorney. The outcome, predicted by U.S. media sources, signals a significant shift in the region’s political landscape. Cori Bush, a former nurse who won recognition for her activism within the Black Lives Matter movement, rose to national prominence as a member of the “Squad” and a staunch advocate for progressive policies. During her tenure, she was an outspoken critic of Israel’s actions in Gaza, which attracted significant financial support…

The U.S. Department of Justice has assigned the case against Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada to the Eastern District of New York. There, he is expected to face multiple charges, including drug trafficking, according to declassified documents verified by a knowledgeable source. Now 76, Zambada was arrested in El Paso, Texas, and has appeared twice in state court. The timing of his transfer to New York remains unclear, with estimates suggesting it could happen within the next few weeks, according to a source familiar with the details. Despite efforts by the Eastern District of Texas to keep the case, a decision…

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, United States — In 2020, amid the tumult following the tragic death of George Floyd, former President Donald Trump expressed approval for Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s handling of a critical period of civil unrest. This support came despite previous criticism from Trump and his political ally J.D. Vance of Walz’s tactics. During a strategy call with U.S. governors on June 1, 2020, Trump praised the actions taken in Minneapolis. “They took control quickly and effectively,” Trump noted in the call, highlighting the city’s swift response. This conversation, recorded and later obtained by the Associated Press, is significant because…