Around 84,000 people may be forced to flee after a new wildfire erupted on Tuesday in Ventura County, near Los Angeles, where two separate fires have killed at least 25 people in the past week. Strong winds have ramped up the most recent blaze, named the Auto Fire, which has already covered 56 acres, threatening nearby towns.
New blaze threatens tens of thousands in Ventura County
Italy reports five tourist deaths in scuba diving accident in Maldives
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Five tourists, including University of Genoa marine biologist Monica Montefalcone and her daughter, tragically died during a scuba diving accident in the Maldives’ Vaavu Atoll.
Germany exports 810,000 tonnes of plastic waste, topping global rankings
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Germany emerged as the world’s largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, exporting 810,000 tonnes. The UK followed with 675,000 tonnes, marking an eight-year high.