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Meet Joey: Rescue dog credited with finding 3 survivors up for hero award

When disaster strikes, concrete dust and debris cover everything in sight, and finding someone alive can seem an almost impossible task. That impossible task is what Joey, a 2-year-old Labrador Retriever with a nose for the impossible and months of specialized training, was trained to do.

The Times of India · Sep 16

Two Wildfires Hit Quito in One Day — Here's How Much Damage They Left Behind

A wildfire in Quito's La Vicentina district burned an estimated 5 hectares before being controlled, as officials suspect human negligence sparked it.

Latin Times · Sep 15

Beverly Hills sues estate of woman found living in human waste

The city is seeking a court order to remediate the hazardous conditions, which threaten neighboring residents and others

The Independent UK · Aug 28

Six dead after fiery crash between pickup truck and bus on California road

Driver of gray Toyota pick-up truck crossed the center of the road into oncoming traffic, authorities say

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Why America’s ‘comeback city’ deserves to be your next trip

Detroit hasn't just risen from the ashes, it's now one of America's top destinations. Here’s how to make the most of the city

The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2025

Firefighters forced to cut open child’s playground slide to release middle-aged man stuck inside

The man was found ‘feet and head first’ inside the slide, according to the local fire department

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025

Ex-FDNY chief gets 3 years in prison for taking bribes to fast-track safety inspections

A former New York City Fire Department chief has been sentenced to three years in prison for accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to fast-track fire safety inspections

The Independent UK · May 14, 2025

New Jersey Town Says Small Setbacks, Stray Cats Allow It To Seize Private Property

Two business owners say the city of Perth Amboy is using exceedingly flimsy blight allegations to take, and potentially demolish, their property.

Reason · May 13, 2025

Bay Area man dies trying to save dog from surf on beach

The victim’s dog managed to escape the water unscathed

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Texas will share equipment database with local fire departments to help beat wildfires

The legislation, which won unanimous approval in both chambers, was written following the state’s historic Panhandle wildfires last year.

The Texas Tribune · May 1, 2025