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August 29, 2023

Hurricane Idalia evacuations in Florida: The dangers, storm safety tips and emergency supply packing

Florida issues a state of emergency in 49 counties for Hurricane Idalia with mandatory and voluntary evacuation guidance. Here's what people should know to stay safe.

August 29, 2023

Jamaican authorities charge female dental assistant with abducting, killing 8-year-old

A dental assistant in Jamaica has been charged with murder and kidnapping in connection with the June death of eight-year-old Danielle Rowe.

August 25, 2023

Famous elephant celebrates his 15th birthday with pool party at Oregon Zoo: See the adorable photos

Fans of Samudra, an Asian elephant at the Oregon Zoo, are wishing the pachyderm a happy birthday as the young mammal turns 15. Take a look at his pool party.

August 25, 2023

Bahamas eyes legalizing marijuana for medical, religious use

The Bahamian government has unveiled multiple bills aimed at legalizing marijuana for medical and religious uses, as well as decriminalizing possession of the drug in small amounts.

August 24, 2023

Haitian telecom companies report severed fiber optic cables; gang sabotage suspected

Two Haitian telecommunications companies have reported service outages induced by the severance of their fiber optics cables in suspected acts of gang sabotage.

August 22, 2023

Kenyan officials explore best way to fight Haitian gang violence

Kenyan officials are exploring ways to fight back against gang violence in Haiti. The Kenyans met with a group in New York to decide how to best help Haiti.

August 21, 2023

2 remain hospitalized after bull-running event in central Mexico leaves about 20 injured

Two men are currently hospitalized with serious injuries following a bull-running event in central Mexico over the weekend, during which approximately 20 people were wounded.

August 21, 2023

'Rare' fish endangered in two US states has researchers working to save species from extinction

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University are working with local wildlife agencies to boost Chesapeake logperch populations to prevent the fish from becoming federally endangered.

August 18, 2023

Half-eaten fish reeled in by Connecticut anglers shows 'real problem' fishermen face nationwide

The Connecticut Fish and Wildlife is requesting anglers share photos of their half-eaten catches. Fish enthusiasts have responded, and recall close encounters with an ocean predator.

August 14, 2023

Human rights group urges international community to help stop gang violence in Haiti

Human Rights Watch is calling for countries across the world to help stop the spiraling gang violence in Haiti. Gangs have overpowered police in much of Port-au-Prince.