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Blaze Alexander returns, Orioles prepare for Athletics series — 14hIn a 4-3 win over the Athletics, Craig Albernaz highlighted Alex Hoppe's save and Brandon Young's efficient start, while Trevor Rogers was roughed up by homers, prompting Baltimore to focus on limiting long balls down the stretch. The Orioles began a three-game series in Sacramento with Blaze Alexander back in the lineup, Gunnar Henderson resting, and Jackson Holliday moving into the leadoff spot as the team looks to capitalize on a favorable slate against the A's and Rockies.

Sir Billy Boston dies aged 92 — 4dRugby league icon Sir Billy Boston, a Welsh trailblazer who became the first non-white player to represent Great Britain on a Lions tour in 1954, has died at 92. He scored 478 tries in 488 appearances for Wigan, earned a knighthood in 2025, and was lauded by the Welsh Rugby Union amid tributes planned at upcoming matches after the passing of his wife, Lady Joan, just days earlier.

Sharpe Out Six Months; Blazers Recast Backcourt — 4dPortland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe suffered a torn meniscus and is expected to miss about six months, shelving him through much of the 2026-27 season. The injury depths the Blazers' wings after a breakout 20.8-point season, leaving room for others to step up during training camp and the season.

Indonesia Arrests 72 Over Forest Fires Kalimantan Sumatra — 6dIndonesian authorities have arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires across Borneo and Sumatra, as El Niño-driven drought fuels a hazardous haze that has reached neighboring Malaysia; investigators are examining whether plantation owners financed or ordered the blazes, with penalties up to 15 years in prison. President Prabowo Subianto has ordered a robust response, deploying troops and firefighting resources and pledging to hold any implicated companies accountable, amid investor concerns about ESG risks in the region.

IJRSwing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red TapeHarold Hutchison · 4 min · 2d

Greek wildfires intensify as reports link power lines — Aug 17, 2026Investigations show Greece’s aging, largely overhead power network and faulty lines are driving a large share of wildfires, with a June short circuit linked to a July blaze and roughly 75% of the year’s burned area attributed to grid faults, prompting calls for maintenance amid concerns about undergrounding costs. In North America, authorities and researchers are studying how wildfires threaten the grid and how infrastructure itself can ignite fires, with efforts like Idaho National Laboratory testing and DOE reviews to bolster wildfire resilience after major disasters.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Mount Bromo Fire Expands as Regional Blazes IntensifyEnvironment — Aug 6, 2026A wildfire in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park near Mount Bromo on Java has burned between 60 and 127 hectares and prompted park closures as crews battle rugged terrain and strong winds. Officials say El Niño–fueled dry conditions and shifting winds are driving spread, with firefighting efforts deploying water-bombing helicopters and drones to reach steep slopes.

West Wildfires Trigger Evacuations, State of EmergencyEnvironment — Aug 8, 2026A fast-growing Bald Range wildfire west of Summerland has prompted evacuations for thousands of residents as the blaze expanded to about 5,000 hectares, with authorities urging those in affected areas to evacuate and stay away while emergency services respond. The district has also restricted irrigation to conserve water for firefighting and issued a boil-water advisory after the water treatment plant was bypassed to support firefighting efforts.

France Wildfires Threaten Bordeaux, Spread to Spain — Jul 26, 2026Wildfires in southwestern France, led by a massive blaze in the Gironde region near Bordeaux, have forced about 220,000 people to evacuate in that region and pushed the national total above 250,000 as the flames close in on Bordeaux. Fire crews, backed by soldiers, are fighting the fires amid strong winds and heat, with a major highway closed and additional evacuations reported in Spain.

European Wildfires Trigger Major Evacuations, EmergenciesEnvironment — Jul 22, 2026Wildfires in southwest France have forced over 12,000 people to evacuate in the Gironde region and nearby areas, with fires burning roughly 2,000–2,500 hectares and hundreds of firefighters deployed as winds hinder containment. Authorities warn the situation remains serious, with ongoing aerial support and investigations into the fires’ origins as crews battle the blazes in multiple towns and campsites.

On X · @TeamArianaAriana Grande Fan Account Posts Nostalgic “Memories We’ll Never Erase” Tour VideoOfficial fan account @TeamAriana shared a nostalgic tour video montage, sparking mostly emotional positive responses within the Arianator community as the Eternal Sunshine era winds down. Reactions include gratitude, tears, and reluctance to see shows end, with no substantive opposition.621 likes · 17m

Multi-story Virginia City Highlands home damaged; two injured — Jul 25, 2026Firefighters across Nevada, Texas, New York and Illinois contained multiple residential blazes this weekend, with most fires knocked down quickly and only minor injuries reported in the Virginia City incident while others reported no injuries. Investigations into the causes are underway in several cases, and areas were briefly disrupted by street closures and limited utility shutoffs during responses.

Massive Wildfires Hit Spain and FranceEnvironment — Jul 19, 2026Western Europe is contending with a severe wildfire surge driven by heatwaves, with France evacuating thousands near Bordeaux and Spain’s Guadalajara and Bedar regions experiencing deadly blazes that have claimed multiple lives, including British couple Christine and Michael Chard. Authorities warn climate-driven extremes are intensifying fire outbreaks, as Paris, Madrid and Rome mobilize extensive emergency responses amid mounting agricultural and infrastructure losses.

VS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

Man dies in Lumby tractor fire; coroner investigates — Jul 23, 2026A man died in a grass fire on a Lumby-area farm after a tractor and baler caught fire, with extremely dry conditions allowing the blaze to spread to trees and a hay shed; RCMP, BC Wildfire Services and the BC Coroners Service are investigating.

Lagos Justrite Fire Causes Millions in Losses — Jul 23, 2026Fire destroyed the electronics section of Justrite Superstore on Akowonjo Road in Lagos’ Egbeda-Akowonjo area, with emergency crews containing the blaze and no casualties reported. Preliminary findings point to a solar inverter system as the possible source, while mop-up and damage assessments continue.

Coupang warehouse fire fully extinguished after 109 hours — Jul 22, 2026A massive Coupang warehouse fire in Incheon was fully extinguished after about 109 hours, with hundreds evacuated and two firefighters injured, as investigators prepare to probe the cause amid the eight-story, 299,000-square-meter facility and large quantities of combustible materials. The blaze is noted as one of the longest warehouse fires in South Korea, highlighting challenges posed by the building’s layout and contents.

The PulseTrump Takes a Sharpie to the Map — Teases More to ComeRenaming lakes with a Sharpie from the Oval Office. We're in a new era of cartography and no body of water is safe.23h · 1 reads

Paignton train station fire disrupts UK rail servicesTravel — Jul 21, 2026A major fire at Paignton railway station in Devon prompted seven fire crews and disrupted rail services, with Great Western Railway cancelling or suspending services between Newton Abbot and Paignton and Torre, Torquay and Paignton not being served. Delays are expected to continue into the afternoon as firefighters work to bring the blaze under control.

QuizMovie night: the classics testFifteen questions every movie lover should ace. The AI grades your film literacy and assigns your seat in the theater.4 min · today's quiz

Seven Dead, Five Injured as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire in Southern VietnamWorld — Jul 21, 2026A sleeper bus crashed and caught fire on National Highway 1 in Dong Nai province, southern Vietnam, killing seven and injuring five as flames engulfed the 24-seat vehicle, with authorities investigating the blaze. Related reports describe a similar fatal bus-fire incident on the route from Lam Dong to Ho Chi Minh City, with ongoing inquiries into the cause.

Bus arson in Times Square during Knicks celebrationWorld — Jul 20, 2026Jonathan Strahs, 30, was arrested and charged with federal arson for allegedly setting a charter bus ablaze in Times Square amid chaotic Knicks championship celebrations; the bus was part of a World Cup shuttle convoy, and a multi-agency investigation led to the arrest after reviewing surveillance footage. FDNY, NYPD, and ATF described the incident as dangerous to bystanders and responders, with authorities coordinating for the safety of New Yorkers.

Fire near Roy Station Delays FrontRunner CommuteWeather — Jul 20, 2026A fire near Roy Station in Roy, Utah disrupted FrontRunner service along the Ogden to Salt Lake City corridor, triggering 20–35 minute delays in both directions and a bus bridge between Roy and Clearfield as crews worked to contain the blaze. UTA and local outlets cautioned riders to allow extra travel time and monitor real-time updates due to single-track constraints that complicate rerouting.

Florida Man With Flaming Propane Tank Lights Restaurant Ablaze, Police Video Shows — Jul 10, 2026Authorities arrested a Florida man for arson after video showed him setting a Tampa business ablaze Wednesday.

IJRKim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership GrowsFrancis Kapper · 5 min · 2d

NBA Instructs Several Teams To Hand Over Cell Phone Data Amid Probe — Nov 17, 2025The NBA is now digging deeper into a federal gambling investigation that has already led to multiple arrests, including Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier. According to…

LAFD Official Reportedly Knew Crews Were Directed To Leave Lachman Fire Before Palisades Inferno — Nov 11, 2025At least one Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) official knew firefighters were ordered to leave the Lachman Fire site, which burned just days before the Pacific Palisades blaze, according to the Los Angeles Times. An…

Iran’s Capital In Flames As Leader Blames Trump For Fiery Protests — Jan 9, 2026Iran’s capital descended into chaos as anti-government protests set parts of Tehran ablaze, with the country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blaming President Donald Trump for what he described as a…

Iranians Burn Down Mosques — Jan 12, 2026Iranian demonstrators set mosques ablaze during heated protests against the country’s Islamic government, according to local video and reports this weekend. Protesters in Iran have set numerous fires since the riots…

Firefighters Warned Palisades Blaze Was Still Burning Days Before It Destroyed Neighborhood — Oct 31, 2025Los Angeles firefighters warned a fire was still burning days before the Pacific Palisades blaze, according to the Los Angeles Times. Roughly six days before the Pacific Palisades fire broke out, firefighters had been…

On X · @GAWINCASKEY_FCFan Club Shares JossGawin Singing Clip from Kanchanaburi Day 1 EventOfficial fanclub post shares video of Joss Way-ar and Gawin Caskey performing “You’re my way” at Mamix event in Kanchanaburi. Overwhelmingly positive fan reactions celebrate chemistry and singing with no notable opposition.835 likes · 18m