UNs peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years following US-Russia standoff

UN’s peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years following US-Russia standoff

CASABLANCA, Morocco — The U.N.’s long-running peacekeeping mission for the disputed Western Sahara ceased operations Sunday after 35 years, as a result of a U.S.-Russia standoff at U.N. headquarters over the territory’s future. UN’s peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years following US-Russia standoff The end of the mission raises concerns about stability … Read more

Permanent daylight time brings quirky NHL start times to Western Canada

Permanent daylight time brings quirky NHL start times to Western Canada

CALGARY, Alberta — Hockey fans across North America may have to be night owls at points this season to see their team play, thanks to a move by three Canadian provinces to stay on daylight saving time. Permanent daylight time brings quirky NHL start times to Western Canada Alberta, home of the Edmonton Oilers and … Read more

California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation; climate projections rank it among Southern California’s best future habitats, with tribal co-management now being planned

California acquired 640 acres near Pioneertown for western Joshua tree conservation; climate projections rank it among Southern California's best future habitats, with tribal co-management now being planned

California state officials have completed the purchase of 640 acres of desert land near Pioneertown, securing a large area that researchers say is highly likely to remain suitable for western Joshua trees as the climate changes. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) completed the purchase on August 24, 2026. The land is northwest … Read more

‘Western troops in Ukraine would mean war with Russia’: Putin ahead of Brics meet

‘Western troops in Ukraine would mean war with Russia’: Putin ahead of Brics meet

We are not threatening European countries, nor are we going to threaten them. Why would we?” Putin said (Photo: PTI). Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday warned that discussions about deploying foreign troops to Ukraine would effectively amount to a declaration of war against Russia.Speaking on the sidelines of the Brics Summit, Putin remarked, “Now … Read more

Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people

Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people

CALI, Colombia — A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people, damaging hundreds of buildings and leaving many trapped under debris while their loved ones and rescue workers searched through rubble. Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella, … Read more

San Pedro fire update: Forward progress of brush fire on Dodson and Western Avenue stopped; videos

A two-acre brush fire near Dodson and Western Avenue in San Pedro has been stopped. (Unsplash/ representative image)

A two-acre brush fire broke out near Dodson and Western Avenue in San Pedro, California with homes in the area being threatened, according to Code 3 News San Pedro. The group urged residents to “avoid the area evacuate if needed.” A two-acre brush fire near Dodson and Western Avenue in San Pedro has been stopped. … Read more