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Inside The Game’s Visit to Altadena to Help Rebuild After L.A. Wildfires

The devastation left behind by the horrific wildfires in Los Angeles has drawn an outpouring of support, especially from the music community. Between the FireAid concerts at Inglewood, California’s Intuit Dome and Kia Forum (Jan. 30) — featuring a rainbow …

Source: Billboard - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

The Game Reaches Out to Altadena’s Community After Devastating Wildfires | Billboard News

After the devastating Hurst fire impacted the community of Altadena, Calif., in January, The Game heads out to the community of Altadena where he interviews first responders, local high school coaches and more about their survival stories from the Hurst …

Source: Billboard - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Electric vehicles should play a bigger role in Africa’s mining sector – and beyond

This week sees the African Mining Indaba kick-off in the South African city of Cape Town, where stakeholders are gathering to discuss the long-term economic growth and, more importantly, the sustainability of the continents’ mining sector. At the …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 5, 2025

INSIGHT: How insurance can mitigate climate risks in Nigeria

In the wake of the devastating floods that swept through homes, livelihoods, and hopes of many Nigerians in 2022 and 2024, the need for sustainable solutions to climate-related disasters has never been clearer. As Nigerians struggled to rebuild after the …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Feb 4, 2025

Africa cannot wait on climate finance. We need a global shipping levy now

If done justly and equitably, a shipping levy – to be finalised in April – could provide a lifeline for urgent climate action. The world’s leading economists believe a $150-300 levy is the best way to deliver an energy transition at a low cost while …

Source: African Arguments - Left-wing
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Continuing a Legacy: LA Art Show to carry on despite wildfires

The LA Art Show has been a DTLA staple for three decades. Its organizers will continue that legacy this year, continuing with this year’s art show despite the Southern California wildfires. Now, firefighters and their families will be able to enter the …

Source: L.A. Downtown News - California - Label Pending
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Kenya wildfire threatens region of rare wildlife, plant species

A wildfire in northeastern Kenya has likely killed thousands of plants and animals in an area home to critically endangered white rhinos (Ceratotherium simum) as well as other rare species. There is not a complete assessment of the destruction and the …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Their businesses were destroyed by the Southern California wildfires. They’re now seeing an outpouring of support, ...

The 2025 Grammy Awards on Feb. 2 proved to be an evening filled with giving back to the Los Angeles community, and this was perhaps made no clearer than during the moments in between the actual awards ceremony. When host Trevor Noah took audiences to …

Source: Yahoo News - Label Pending
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Nigeria's Tems wins African Music Performance Grammy

It was a first for Nigeria at the much-awaited 67th Grammy Awards ceremony in fire-ravaged Los Angeles on Sunday night. Singer Tems, became the second-ever winner of the African Music Performance Award for her Afrobeats hit, Love me JeJe, from her debut …

Source: Africanews - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2025

67th Grammy Awards: Tems wins Best African Music Performance category

Nigerian artiste Temilade Openiyi, known in showbiz as Tems, has won the Best African Music Performance award with her song 'Love Me JeJe' at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. The ceremony was held on February 2, 2025 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los …

Source: Joy FM - Label Pending
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Kendrick Lamar dedicates Grammy Award to hometown LA after wildfires

This year’s award ceremony is raising funds for wildfire relief following wind-driven blazes swept through parts of the Californian city last month, destroying neighbourhoods and killing at least 28 people. Lamar picked up the prestigious gong as well as …

Source: Irish Independent - Center-right
Published on Feb 1, 2025

Author’s story of coping after a wildfire resonates with community affected by latest LA-area fires

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — On a quiet summer evening in June 1990, Pico Iyer sat in his family home in Santa Barbara, California, when suddenly, he was surrounded by walls of flames five stories high. Thirty-four years after that conflagration turned his life …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on Feb 2, 2025

Untold stories of Nigerians who chose solitude, died unnoticed

In many parts of the world, loneliness is a silent killer. For Nigerians living in urban centres or without close family or friends, isolation can be deadly. This story by GODFREY GEORGE delves into the tragic reality of Nigerians who die alone in their …

Source: Punch - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 1, 2025

Angola: Deforestation, wildfires threaten natural heritage – president

Deforestation, fires, poaching, human-animal conflict and climate change are the main challenges to Angola’s natural heritage, according to the country’s president, who called for more international support to halt biodiversity loss. João Lourenço was …

Source: Macau Business - Pro-Government
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Launch of the EWAC program in Harar, Ethiopia Empowering Sustainable Water Management

Today marks a pivotal moment with the official launch of Nedamco Africa’s EWAC (Ethiopia Water Action Collaborative) program in Harar, Ethiopia. Following the successful proof of concept in Dire Dawa, this initiative continues to exemplify innovative water …

Source: Great Reporter - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Donald Trump’s January 6 insurrection is now a coup

On Feb. 2, private actors reportedly employed by Elon Musk took over U.S. Treasury computer systems that control the nation’s payments for government benefits. That action followed a Trump-ordered takeover of the USAID independent federal agency …

Source: Baptist News Global - Center-left
Published on Feb 4, 2025

From Trump to Grammy blues, By Reuben Abati

Tems receiving Best African Music Performance award at 67th Grammys on Sunday. “How are you doing?” “I am good.” “I am now convinced beyond any iota of doubt that this your Republican friend called Donald Trump has something wrong with him.” “There is …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Feb 4, 2025

Thousands leave as fresh tremors shake Greece’s Santorini

The Greek island has been hit by over 40 quakes above magnitude 4.0 in 72 hours, prompting mass departures. Thousands of people were leaving the Greek island of Santorini by sea and air for a third day on Tuesday, as an unprecedented series of earthquakes …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right
Published on Feb 2, 2025

2025 Grammy Awards Preview: Hosts, Nominees, And More

The 67th Grammy Awards will go ahead on Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, despite the recent wildfires that have impacted parts of the city. However, this year’s ceremony will include a fundraising initiative to support wildfire relief efforts …

Source: Information Nigeria - Neutral

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Iconic Female Items of ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Hit Propstore’s Auction Block, Funds to Support LA Wildfires

Movie fans and collectors have the chance to own authentic props and costumes from the female stars who defined Blade Runner 2049 in an upcoming online auction LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore – …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:07 GMT

Press Release: Federal, State and Local Agencies Come Together to Speed Up Wildfire Recovery with New Temporary ...

Feb. 5, 2025 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) is working with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

LA wildfires highlight nation’s insurance crisis as homeowners try to recover lost homes

The [FAIR] plan is a temporary coverage option created by the state as a last resort for homeowners who can’t find private insurance. More Californians are relying on it than ever after several major insurance companies either paused or restricted new …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

The Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Foundation and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic to Support ...

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The fourth annual Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Golf Classic, presented by Los Defensores, is on February 10th and is taking place at San Gabriel Country Club. This year, the proceeds raised at the event will …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

JBJF and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Golf Classic to Support Wildfire Relief Benefiting World Central Kitchen

Legendary broadcaster and MLB Hall-of-Famer Jaime Jarrín brings celebrities and athletes together to raise money for wildfire-affected communities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fourth annual Jaime …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:54 GMT

Affinity Group Publishing Spotlights Latest News on Mexico, Canada, China Tariffs

Explore thousands of news articles on global trade tensions, and other trending news, labeled by political bias WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With President Donald Trump's recent announcement of …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:18 GMT

Empowering Equality: International Women's Day Gala Honors Inspirational Women and Supports LA Fire Relief Efforts

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Women's Day, which is designated on March 8th, is celebrated worldwide as a day honoring women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on February 5, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Brings Warmth Globally

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Provides Winter Aid to Eight Countries SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the harsh winter season exacerbates challenges for families worldwide, particularly those …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Reminder: Rental Requirement Begins March 1st for Direct Housing Participants

LAHAINA, Maui – Wildfire survivors currently in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent on March 1, 2025. The rental requirement will be in effect for the remainder of FEMA’s housing assistance program, which has been extended …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on February 5, 2025 - 11:55 GMT

Microamp Presents Military-Grade Data Security with Encrypted 5G mmWave Networks

Microamp released a solution brief on how organizations can achieve maximum security without compromising network performance for mission-critical operations. WARSAW, POLAND, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Microamp, in collaboration with …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 08:46 GMT

Almost two thirds of top private equity energy portfolio companies are fossil fuel companies

Private Equity Climate Risks researchers update searchable database of top private equity energy portfolios CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Private Equity Energy Tracker has been updated through January …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Two Days Left for Georgians to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

The deadline is quickly approaching for Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance to apply federal assistance. The application period to …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Friday is the last day for Mercer County residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

ESTHER International and Visa to collaborate on payments solutions for humanitarian aid

New collaboration between ESTHER International and Visa aims to simplify and accelerate humanitarian aid payments for crisis-affected communities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESTHER International, the …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Kevin Miller Joins Extech Building Materials as Exterior Products Manager

Industry Veteran Strengthens Extech’s Expertise in Division 7 Solutions EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extech Building Materials, the Tri-State area’s premier building materials supplier, is proud to …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

OPIC Technologies Leads in 3D Livestream Technology: A New Way to Share Live News

OPIC Technologies' 3D livestream tech transforms live news, offering immersive, interactive storytelling that brings audiences closer to the action. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors

LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, Tropical Storm Helene survivors now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA. With the extended deadline, FEMA still strongly urges survivors to apply as soon as possible. …

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