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NBC News helicopter crashes in Los Angeles, killing three
The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the crash, the fire department said.
Deadly school fire in Congo's Bukavu kills at least 17, including children
Massive Philippine search underway after fatal ferry blaze leaves dozens missing, five dead
Bin fire defendant demands apology from Sara Netanyahu, threatens to sue
Firefighters battle blaze near Beit She’an, northern Israel, as aircraft work to contain flames
Afula station commander Deputy Fire Chief Asher Biton said the combined work of ground crews and firefighting aircraft helped limit the spread of the blaze.
Frontier Airlines jet hits person crossing runway during takeoff at Denver Airport
One of the plane’s engines appears to be coated in blood, according to a photograph circulating on social media.
Kehillat Israel Synagogue to reopen after damage from Palisades fire
After 16 months, Kehillat Israel Synagogue will reopen following the Palisades fire. The rededication ceremony marks a new chapter for the congregation’s return home.
Man sets Ramat Gan cafe on fire after threatening owner over Saturday opening
Ramat Gan Mayor Carmel Shama-Hacohen condemned the arson, stating that it was not only an attack on the cafe, but a direct attack on “the character of Ramat Gan as a city of liberty for everyone.”
Over 20 people taken to hospital during Mt. Meron Lag Ba'omer celebration - report
Among the injured was a 50-year-old man in moderate condition who had suffered a head injury. The remaining 22 were in light condition, suffering from weakness, fainting, and light bruising.
Israel not equipped to put out electric vehicle fires, Fire and Rescue Commissioner says
When lithium-ion batteries enter thermal runaway, the fire can only be contained, not stopped, explained Israeli Fire and Rescue Commissioner Eyal Caspi.
Ahead of Lag Ba’omer: The danger of bonfires – this is how you treat injuries
On Monday, tens of thousands are expected to celebrate Lag Ba’omer with bonfires across the country. MDA warns of the danger of injuries from the burning fire.
Japan wildfires burn for fifth day, forcing mass evacuations in Otsuchi
The area consumed by the fires reached 1,373 hectares (3,393 acres) as of early Sunday morning, up 7% from a day earlier.
British professor uncovers location of Shakespeare’s London home using previously unknown documents
Munro’s find is historically significant, painting a very different picture of where Shakespeare may have spent time in his later years then what was originally thought.
Fire destroys 200 homes in Sabah village, displacing hundreds amid strong winds
Authorities were notified of the fire in Sandakan district at around 1:32 a.m., the district's fire and rescue chief Jimmy Lagung was quoted as saying by Bernama.
