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Fires in Spokane, Washington, burn 600 structures, force 60,000 evacuations
Al Jazeera • Aug 3, 2026
A total of 1,000sq km (386sq miles) has burned across Washington state, and some of the fires have not been contained.
Wildfires force mass evacuations across the Pacific Northwest
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Fast-moving wildfires are forcing evacuations across Washington State, US and nearby British Columbia, Canada.
Two crew killed as British pilot survives after firefighting helicopters collide in Greece
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
One Danish and one Greek national died in the incident, while a British pilot and another Greek crew member survived.
Two helicopters collide mid-air while tackling wildfires in Greece
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Footage has emerged showing the moment two firefighting helicopters collided mid-air while fighting wildfires in Greece.
Two die as firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, French blaze changes course
TBS News • Aug 2, 2026
"There are moments when the force of nature and the intensity of weather conditions exceed all human planning and every operational capability,” Prime…
Multiple trackside fires halt trains between London and Stansted Airport
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
Some trains in and out of London are delayed or cancelled.
Greece: fire brigade helicopters collide as wildfires spread
Deutsche Welle • Aug 2, 2026
The crew of one of the helicopters is reported to be safe but the search for the second is ongoing. Prime Minister Mitsotakis has warned of "extremely…
Firefighting helicopters collide near Athens as Greece battles wildfires
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Europe struggles with record-breaking summer heat as wildfires ravage Greece, France, and Spain, sparking evacuations.
Deadly ferry fire leaves dozens missing in Indonesia’s Java Sea
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Deadly ferry fire leaves dozens missing in Indonesia's Java Sea
Three in hospital after fire and crush at festival in London
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
Ghana Party in the Park organisers called the day "difficult" and "deeply upsetting".
At least five dead, 41 missing after ferry catches fire off Indonesia
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
The ship was carrying 271 passengers and crew members when the blaze broke out as it sailed eastwards from Java.
Three in hospital after fire and crush at festival in London
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
Ghana Party in the Park organisers called the day "difficult" and "deeply upsetting".
Israeli strikes kill nine in Gaza, Israeli minister says no deal to halt attacks
TBS News • Aug 2, 2026
Israeli minister rejects ceasefire deal as Gaza strikes continue despite diplomatic efforts.
Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
The vessel with at least 250 people on board caught fire off Madura island.
Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experience
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.
Runner on smashing Alps ultramarathon record by six days
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.
Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
The vessel with at least 250 people on board caught fire off Madura island.
Indonesia: At least 5 dead in ferry fire
Deutsche Welle • Aug 2, 2026
Search and rescue officials report some 41 missing after a fire on a ferry near the Indonesia island of Madura. The cause of the blaze remains unclear…
Indonesia: At least five dead in ferry fire
Deutsche Welle • Aug 2, 2026
Search and rescue officials report some 41 missing after a fire on a ferry near the Indonesia island of Madura. The cause of the blaze remains unclear…
Wildfires scorch Washington state as thousands evacuated and emergency declared
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
State officials said wildfires across more than 250,000 acres have led to widespread evacuations and power outages.
Washington state wildfires trigger evacuations
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
State officials said wildfires across more than 250,000 acres have led to widespread evacuations and power outages.
Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire
BBC World • Aug 2, 2026
The vessel with 271 people on board caught fire off Madura island.
Fire service may also suffer damage if magnitude 7+ earthquake hits Dhaka: DG
TBS News • Aug 2, 2026
Before entering damaged buildings, safety must be ensured.
On the front line of Europe's battle against wildfires
Deutsche Welle • Aug 2, 2026
French firefighters have won out over a massive blaze, with almost 200,000 evacuees returning home. But Europe's climate-fueled wildfire season is far…
Life on the front line of Europe's battle against wildfires
Deutsche Welle • Aug 2, 2026
French firefighters have won out over a massive blaze, with almost 200,000 evacuees returning home. But Europe's climate-fueled wildfire season is far…
Australia combines AI and Indigenous knowledge to strengthen bushfire management
TBS News • Aug 2, 2026
The approach has gained greater urgency since the 2019-20 "Black Summer" bushfires, which burned an area roughly the size of the United Kingdom and hi…
Thirteen dead in Peruvian tourist plane crash over Nazca Lines
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Footage shows firefighters dousing the wreckage of a crashed tourist aircraft in southern Peru.
Gunman kills several at Idaho fast-food restaurant
Al Jazeera • Aug 2, 2026
Multiple deaths reported after gunman opens fire at In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho.
How Australia combines modern tech and Indigenous knowledge to fight wildfires
BBC World • Aug 1, 2026
As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.
How Australia combines modern tech and Indigenous knowledge to fight fire
BBC World • Aug 1, 2026
As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.
How Australia combines modern tech and Indigenous knowledge to fight fire
BBC World • Aug 1, 2026
As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.
Greece battles raging wildfires as flames appear to ease in France
Al Jazeera • Aug 1, 2026
French wildfires show signs of easing, with containment efforts holding in Var and Gironde after destructive blazes.
Israel Says It Killed Several Hezbollah Members on Key Lebanon Hilltop
NYT World • Aug 1, 2026
The confrontation, over a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, challenged a fragile cease-fire between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group.
Israel Bombards Gaza, Days After Trump Announced Deal to Advance Cease-fire
NYT World • Aug 1, 2026
Palestinian officials said at least two people were killed. The deal announced by President Trump calls in part for Hamas to give up its weapons and I…
Phoenix end winless run with victory over Fire
BBC World • Aug 1, 2026
Ellyse Perry and Alice Capsey star as Birmingham Phoenix pick up their first win of the women's Hundred with a nail-biting seven-wicket win over Welsh…
Phoenix end winless run with victory over Fire
BBC World • Aug 1, 2026
Ellyse Perry and Alice Capsey star as Birmingham Phoenix pick up their first win of the women's Hundred with a nail-biting seven-wicket win over Welsh…
Greece battles wildfires, including near Athens
Deutsche Welle • Aug 1, 2026
Firefighters were battling blazes in over 70 locations across Greece. Strong winds continue to fan the flames, adding to the firefighters' struggles.
A French Village Becomes a Ghost Town After the Wildfires
NYT World • Aug 1, 2026
Wildfires in France have forced tens of thousands of people from their homes and left entire towns deserted along the southwest coast. We visited Clao…
Independent experts say Delhi protest injuries consistent with pellet gun fire
TBS News • Aug 1, 2026
The Indian government has not confirmed the use of pellet guns. However, the BBC said it had confirmed at least four cases of protesters treated in ho…
Germany news: Big turnout for Pride after Berlin attack
Deutsche Welle • Aug 1, 2026
Several German cities are holding Pride events a week after a deadly attack on a march in Berlin. A forest fire is burning out of control in Bavaria. …
Germany news: Pride marches planned after Berlin attack
Deutsche Welle • Aug 1, 2026
Several German cities are holding Pride events a week after a deadly attack on a march in Berlin. A forest fire is burning out of control in Bavaria. …
US fighter jet crashes near California military base
TBS News • Aug 1, 2026
Footage circulated on social media showing a plume of smoke rising from the aircraft, as firefighters were deployed to douse the flames.
Russian missile attack kills three in Ukraine’s Kyiv
Al Jazeera • Aug 1, 2026
Residents trapped as partially collapsed building catches fire after deadly strike on Ukrainian capital.
India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts
BBC World • Jul 31, 2026
Ballistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.
India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts
BBC World • Jul 31, 2026
Ballistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.
India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts
BBC World • Jul 31, 2026
Ballistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.
Powerful El Nino to intensify heat on ‘a planet already on fire’: UN
Al Jazeera • Jul 31, 2026
UN chief Guterres calls for halt to new fossil fuels as El Nino induces heatwaves, floods, and drought worldwide
Why Europe's wildfires are getting harder to stop
Deutsche Welle • Jul 31, 2026
Wildfires may start with a single spark, but experts say climate change, drought and decades of forest management decisions have created the condition…
Tunisian wildfires expose failing infrastructure, community vulnerabilities
Al Jazeera • Jul 31, 2026
For families in Tunisia's north, the wildfires have meant lost homes, livestock and harvests.
Hundreds escape Greek wildfire by sea as blazes continue across Europe
BBC World • Jul 31, 2026
Around 500 people, mostly tourists, are evacuated by boat from Agios Vasileios after becoming trapped.