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Lala weakens but floods and outages batter Hawaii

August 16, 2026 |

Lala weakened to a tropical storm after passing south of Hawaii, but heavy rain, surf and strong winds continued to threaten the islands. Officials reported one death, roof damage, widespread power outages and a search-and-rescue operation after homes were swept from foundations.

Michigan teen survives shooting rampage and calls 911

August 16, 2026 |

Crime and US

A 13-year-old girl shot four times during a rampage in rural Michigan called 911 herself, authorities and her family said. Police say suspected gunman Chad Hickman killed five people before he was found dead near one of the victims.

Indiana floods leave at least five dead, prompt rescues

August 15, 2026 |

Health and US

At least five people have died in Indiana after severe storms brought record rainfall and widespread flooding. Emergency crews rescued dozens of people and pets as officials urged residents near the White River to evacuate.

The Boston Celtics are trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and draft picks, ending Brown’s 10-season run in Boston. Brown, the 2024 Finals MVP, joins Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey after a career-best season.

World News

Belgium battles largest wildfire as villages evacuate

August 16, 2026 |

World

Belgium’s largest wildfire in recent history has burned through the Hautes Fagnes nature reserve near the German border, prompting evacuations and an international firefighting response. Officials said no homes had been affected as of Sunday, but difficult terrain, heat and smoke continued to hamper crews.

Renaissance paintings stolen from Sicily museum

August 16, 2026 |

Crime and World

Four Renaissance paintings attributed to Antonello da Messina were stolen from the Regional Interdisciplinary Museum of Messina in Sicily. Italian officials called the theft a major loss, and police are investigating how thieves entered without triggering alarms.

Ukraine launches hundreds of drones into Russia

August 16, 2026 |

Crime and World

Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia on Sunday, killing at least six people, Russian officials said. Russia also struck Ukrainian cities, with Zelenskyy reporting deaths in Kryvyi Rih and Sumy and injuries in Kyiv.

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