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California wildfires

US President Donald Trump has threatened to withhold federal aid for California, as fires continue to burn near Los Angeles. Drier and hotter conditions tied to climate change have worsened California's fire season.

Inmate firefighters work as flames burn nearby — Image: Mario Tama/Getty Images

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LA fires cast light on climate change insurance crisis

The climate crisis is making it difficult or impossible for people in risk zones to insure their homes against disaster.

Thousands flee Hughes wildfire north of Los Angeles

A fire has broken out north of Los Angeles, with some 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings.

Fire in LA: How does the pink fire retardant work?

Fire retardants can stop spreading wildfires, similar to flame retardants in household appliances. But some are toxic.

Los Angeles animal shelters busy with pets of fire victims

The wildfires in and around Los Angeles have forced many residents to leave their pets behind.

Hollywood show goes on despite LA wildfire destruction

Hollywood stars and film crews have lost their homes to the weeks-long fires, yet many are getting back to work.

People in some areas of fire-hit Los Angeles start cleanup

The battle against the fires in LA continues. In some areas, emergency crews and residents are starting to clean up.

LA fires could be 'costliest' natural disaster in US history

The devastating wildfires which have hit Los Angeles are also wreaking havoc for already struggling home insurers.

Fact check: Viral claims on California wildfires

As wildfires continue to ravage California, social media is flooded with misinformation about their origins and impact.

Los Angeles braces for return of high winds amid wildfires

The return of strong winds in Los Angeles may hinder recent efforts to contain wildfires.

LA fire department prepares for return of high winds

High winds are forecast around Los Angeles through Wednesday, fanning the flames of the wildfires.

Residents return to burned-down homes during LA wildfires

As high winds fan the flames, DW spoke with firefighters and people who have returned to the remains of their homes.

High winds to fan LA wildfires through Wednesday

Multiple major fires are likely to cause more destruction in the Los Angeles area as winds have ramped up again.

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Australia: 15 dead in shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach

Officials said a father and son fired into a crowd at a Jewish Hanukkah event at Sydney's most popular beach.

Bondi Beach shooting 'terrorism' say Australian police

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