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fire

[fahyuhr] / faɪər /










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The couple allege that they suffered smoke inhalation injuries, emotional distress and mental anguish as a result of the fire, which destroyed their Malibu home, according to the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

India summoned a top U.S. diplomat in protest after the incident, the second time a commercial vessel with Indian crew came under fire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Some are angry at what they see as city leaders’ poor preparation and response to the Palisades fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Albania’s environmental regulations are now under fire from the EU, which has been considering whether to admit Albania for years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

We were some distance away from the city, but I could feel the warmth of that great fire on my face as I watched.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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