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On October 8, 2025, Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, was arrested in Florida and charged with maliciously setting the New Year’s Day fire that smoldered and reignited to become the most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history. The blaze killed 12 people, destroyed over 6,000 homes, and caused $150 billion in damages. Rinderknecht faces federal arson charges and remains in custody pending trial.
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Hong Kong police arrested two men for pawning fake gold worth HK$440,000, suspected of deception. Meanwhile, in the US, a burglary at NFL star Jordan's home led to multiple arrests, with suspects linked to organized theft rings targeting celebrities. Both cases highlight rising crime trends involving high-value assets.
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An eighth measles case has been identified in Greenville, linked to ongoing outbreaks in Spartanburg. Low vaccination rates and rising exemptions are fueling community transmission, with US cases reaching a 33-year high. Public health officials emphasize vaccination to contain the spread.
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Candy prices are rising sharply this Halloween, driven by climate-related cocoa shortages and tariffs. Experts report a 10.8% increase overall, with chocolate treats up to 20% more expensive. Consumers are shifting toward non-chocolate options amid higher costs and supply chain disruptions.
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Recent polls reveal growing American fears about political violence, societal division, and distrust in institutions. A majority see the country as on the wrong track, with younger voters more accepting of violence and a deep partisan divide on fundamental rights and democracy.
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The US military is reducing troop deployments in Portland, Los Angeles, and Chicago, following a shift in domestic military strategy amid ongoing political tensions. The withdrawals are part of a broader reassessment of military presence in Democratic-led cities, with some troops remaining for training and federal facility protection.
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Jim Avila, a respected ABC News correspondent known for covering high-profile trials and White House events, died at his San Diego home on Wednesday. His career spanned over two decades, earning multiple awards, including two Emmys and five Murrow Awards. He faced health challenges, including a kidney transplant in 2020.