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Gun control in the spotlight as California sees third mass shooting

California's politicians remain deeply divided on gun control as the state sees its third mass shooting in little over a week. Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom accused California congressman and leader of the house Kevin McCarthy of remaining largely silent on the issue.

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'Tragedy upon tragedy': California hit by another mass shooting

Seven people were killed in a mass shooting in Half Moon Bay on Monday, days after a man gunned down 11 people in a dance studio.

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Two more California shooting incidents leave seven dead

Police in California believe the same suspect they have arrested shot seven people dead at two sites on Monday afternoon

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Man behind deadly California shooting named by police

Huu Can Tran, a 72-year old Asian man, has been named as the person behind the deadly shooting in Monterey Park, California. His motivation is still unclear.

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President Biden pledges to rebuild better after California storms

President Joe Biden visited California to see communities hit by weeks of deadly storms. He pledged to build back better and said it served as a climate wake-up call

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Watch: California orders 34,000 people to leave as storms cause floods

Tens of thousands of people are being urged to leave their California homes as rainstorms cause flooding.

Culture news

German 'supermodel' Tatjana Patitz dies of breast cancer aged 56

Patitz graced magazine covers in the 1980's and 90's and was part of an elite handful of “original” supermodels along with Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford.

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Thousands of Californian homes without power following damaging storms

Hurricane-force winds, surging surf, and torrential downpours from a massive atmospheric river storm system have pounded California since Wednesday, leaving thousands of homes and business without power.

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Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler accused of sexually assaulting a minor

Alleged former girlfriend Julia Holcomb claims Tyler assaulted her when she was 16 years old.

Destinations

How to plan your visit to the US cities hosting the 2026 World Cup

These 11 US cities have plenty to offer post-match.

Lifestyle

California's 'Sisters of the Valley' grow and sell cannabis products

California's 'Sisters of the Valley' grow and sell cannabis products

Earth News

California sues 18 companies over forever chemical pollution

The highly toxic chemicals are found in 98% of Californians, says Attorney General Rob Bonta.

Culture news

Singer-rapper Aaron Carter dies in California at age 34

The singer who first found fame as a boy was reportedly found dead in his bath at his home in California.

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Biden slams 'despicable' hammer attack on Nancy Pelosi's husband

The US president called for a stand against political violence after the 82-year-old was beaten by an intruder who reportedly shouted "Where's Nancy?", in a chilling echo of the Capitol riots.

Tech News

Meet the man who owns the world’s last floppy disks supplier

Gen Z's are probably scratching their heads about what they are but a surprising number of industries still rely on floppy disks.

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'Mega drought' leaves millions in California facing water shortages

More than 1,200 wells have run dry this year statewide, a 57% increase over the same period last year, according to officials.

Earth News

Billionaire Patagonia boss gives company away to fight climate crisis

The outdoor fashion brand predicts it will give €100 million away a year to environmental causes under the new ownership structure.

Earth News

These are the A-list celebrities accused of violating drought rules

As California struggles to conserve water during a devastating drought, some celebrities have been bending the rules.

Moments

World Dog Surfing Championships sees some very good boys hit the waves

The annual World Dog Surfing Championships returned to Pacifica, California where dozens of pooches hit the waves with their owners for a chance to win the title.

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Buildings destroyed after the "Mckinney" fire in California

In recent days, a wildfire has ravaged the Klamath National Forest in California, destroying most of the homes in the area.