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January 17, 2020

Climate change or poor policy? As Australia’s wildfires see some relief, blame game ascends

The sky finally cracked open atop much of the fire grounds in NSW, Australia this week – the welcome deluge slashing the number of burning fires to below 100 for the first time in more than a month. But the challenge is far from over as the finger-pointing game ignites.

January 16, 2020

'Almost apocalyptic': American firefighters battle Aussie wildfires

Firefighters from the U.S. are making a difference combating the massive bush fires ravaging Australia, former "Fox & Friends Weekend" host Anna Kooiman said Thursday.

January 16, 2020

Rain in Australia goes 'a long way' towards containing wildfires, US fire crews say damage 'apocalyptic'

After weeks of devastating wildfires that have scorched Australia, hard-hit communities received relief Thursday from heavy rain and thunderstorms as forecasters officials cautioned it was only just the start of what is needed.

January 15, 2020

YouTube prankster appears in Australian court for 'scuba driving' flooded car to liquor store in viral video

A YouTube prankster who drove a car filled with water to a liquor store and bought beer during a heat wave has appeared in an Australian court to face charges related to the “scuba driving” stunt.

January 15, 2020

In Australia, more than 5,000 feral camels killed in mass cull

More than 5,000 feral camels were killed as part of a massive cull in South Australia, officials said Tuesday.

January 15, 2020

Australia wildfire areas may see thunderstorms, heavy rain as smoke impacts Australian Open

After weeks of devastating wildfires that have scorched Australia, hard-hit communities are finally about to see some relief.

January 13, 2020

News Corp announces major donation for Australian bushfire relief

News Corp on Monday announced a major donation for bushfire relief in Australia as the country copes with the growing disaster.

January 13, 2020

Delta Air Lines pledges $250,000 toward Australian wildfire relief

The Atlanta-based carrier announced Monday it will donate $250,000 to the American Red Cross in support of the Australian Red Cross as part of disaster response and humanitarian relief.

January 13, 2020

Restaurant server earns $1,836 tip, plans to give some to Australian wildfire relief efforts

"I'm a firm believer in karma. What you put into the world is what you get back," she said.

January 12, 2020

As Australia fires rage, crews airdrop vegetables to feed starving animals

In an attempt to save the billions of starving animals trapped in Australia's bushfires, the New South Wales government reportedly dropped over 4,800 pounds of vegetables Sunday, using helicopters and airplanes to access the area.