California Wildfires Claim 30 Lives as Recovery Efforts Continue
The remains of another person have been found after the extensive fires that raged in Los Angeles, USA, in January. Now, 30 deaths have been confirmed, the authorities announce.
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Forrest Gump's bench survived the fires
The famous wooden bench from the film "Forrest Gump" survived the forest fires in California. Only a few planks in the seat were scorched by the flames. But the house, whose garden the bench stood in, burned down.
TV & film
Åberg lost several kilos due to stomach flu: "Tough"
Ludvig Åberg took a solid revenge in the second round at the classic Torrey Pines with six strokes under par. The Swedish golf star has bounced back after being knocked out by a stomach flu two weeks ago. It was tough for a while, says Åberg.
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After Stomach Flu – Still Tough for Ludvig Åberg
Golf star Ludvig Åberg had not competed since he withdrew from a competition at the end of January due to stomach flu. The comeback at the classic Torrey Pines was tough. Åberg went through the first round two strokes over par.
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Star-studded gala raised money for fire victims
Billie Eilish, Rod Stewart, Lady Gaga and a reunited No Doubt - these were some of the many artists who performed at the FireAid gala in Los Angeles to raise money for the fire victims.
Entertainment
New Threat in California: Toxic Ash Floods
The rain area that is moving in over fire-ravaged California is easing the burden for exhausted firefighters – but is also bringing new challenges. Toxic ash from the fires can spread with the heavy rain, authorities are now warning.
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Support to fire victims – in the shadow of Trump's threats
Donald Trump is warning California that federal support after the fires in Los Angeles may be withheld if the state does not change its water policy. Pending a clear message, the state parliament has approved a large economic support to the affected.
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Frustration among evacuees in Los Angeles
The fires in Los Angeles are being increasingly restricted and the winds are dying down. Thousands of firefighters are still fighting hotspots at several locations.
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