Los Angeles firefighters are using Phos-Chek, a bright pink fire retardant, to combat wildfires threatening lives and property. Developed by Perimeter Solutions, Phos-Chek helps slow the spread of flames. The retardant contains water, ammonium phosphate fertiliser, and a thickening agent creating a fire-resistant barrier. Winds over 70 mph could impede efforts, emphasizing the unpredictability of the situation.
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A French court found filmmaker Christophe Ruggia guilty of sexually assaulting actress Adèle Haenel when she was a child, sentencing him to two years with an electronic bracelet and two years suspended. Haenel, a key figure in France’s #MeToo movement, accused Ruggia of abuse after filming 'The Devils'. He denies the charges and plans to appeal. The case highlights ongoing struggles against sexual abuse in the French film industry.
Amazon Prime secures exclusive rights to a behind-the-scenes documentary on Melania Trump, set for release in late 2025. The film, executive produced by Melania and directed by Brett Ratner, will highlight her life as she returns to the White House. This follows the success of her memoir and recent digital photography series.
Gunmen ambushed a Pakistan convoy travelling to bring aid to a region besieged by sectarian fighting on Saturday, local government said, wounding several officials despite a ceasefire announced three days ago. After a truce was called on January 1, the convoy was attacked as it travelled to collect the first aid delivery of food and medicine sent by road since November, officials said.
A midair collision between an American Army helicopter and a jetliner near Ronald Reagan National Airport resulted in 67 fatalities. Investigators are examining the military pilot's actions. Victims include teenage figure skaters, their coaches, Chinese nationals, and an Ohio college student. Retrieval operations and identification of bodies are ongoing.
Canadian New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh has called for US President Donald Trump to be barred from Canada, citing his criminal conviction and threats to global stability. Singh criticized Trump's actions during his second presidency and urged Canada to use the G7 platform to counter Trump’s policies.
Russian President Vladimir Putin presented a portrait of Donald Trump to Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy, in Moscow. The gift followed discussions on the Ukraine war. Putin's previous gifts to US Presidents included a writing box for Joe Biden and porcelain plates for Barack Obama.
A video featuring Stew Peters and Leonarda Jonie making derogatory remarks about Indian immigrants has sparked widespread condemnation. Peters used racist language and xenophobic stereotypes to vilify Indian immigrants and the H-1B visa program, prompting significant backlash from the online community.