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'Catastrophic' oil spill still polluting idyllic Mauritius wetlands three years on

'Catastrophic' oil spill still polluting idyllic Mauritius wetlands three years on

Mauritius mangroves remain contaminated 3 years after the Wakashio oil spill. Analysis confirms oil matches ship's fuel. Long-term impact is unclear.

The top 10 hottest places on Earth in 2024

The top 10 hottest places on Earth in 2024

Global high temps include: Death Valley (56.7°C, record), Kebili (55°C), Ahvaz & Tirat Zvi (54°C). Other locations hit 52-53.9°C.

US Speaker suggests withholding disaster aid over California immigration policies

US Speaker suggests withholding disaster aid over California immigration policies

US Speaker suggests CA disaster aid conditioned on immigration policy. LA wildfires impacted thousands. Democrats call move dangerous.

Trump says he may withhold federal aid for Los Angeles if California doesn't change water policies

Trump says he may withhold federal aid for Los Angeles if California doesn't change water policies

Trump threatens to withhold aid for LA fires over water policy. He also seeks FEMA reform, deploys troops to border, and nominates new officials.

Thousands of US troops head to Mexico border after Trump order

Thousands of US troops head to Mexico border after Trump order

More US troops deploy to the Mexico border for support tasks, boosting existing force. Troops will aid ops, intelligence, & air support. Law enforcement roles prohibited.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Death row inmate saves last meal's dessert 'for later'

TODAY IN HISTORY: Death row inmate saves last meal's dessert 'for later'

Jan 24th saw controversial execution of Ricky Rector, low-IQ. Clinton used it politically. Mel Blanc recovered from coma. Eyadéma survived plane crash. First Macintosh sold.