Los Angeles is taking steps to prepare for the impact of increasing fire and wind as the world warms, learning lessons from other cities on managing yards, caring for neighbors, and ensuring easy evacuation. Boulder County, Berkeley, and San Diego have implemented measures like clearing debris, prohibiting certain plants, and enhancing building materials to reduce fire risk. Certification programs, upgrades to power lines, road infrastructure improvements, and better evacuation protocols are being considered to mitigate the impact of wildfires and protect communities.
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Future of US aid agency in doubt after website goes dark and officials put on leave
The future of the USAID agency is in doubt after its website went dark, two top security officials were put on leave, and Elon Musk labeled it a "criminal organization." Trump's team aims to gut the agency, aligning foreign aid with his "America First" platform. The potential absorption of USAID into the state department could lead to cuts in humanitarian efforts worldwide and allow China to fill the void, prompting concerns about executive overreach and...
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