Hawaii fire death toll nears 100, and anger grows

13 Sept 06:59 Key points summarised by AI

Hawaii's deadliest wildfire in over a century has claimed nearly 100 lives in Lahaina, Maui, with the death toll expected to rise significantly as search efforts continue amidst widespread destruction.
Public anger is mounting over the lack of official warnings, as residents reported no emergency sirens or alerts, fueling criticism of government inaction and preparedness.
Recovery efforts face immense challenges, including difficulty identifying remains due to the fire's intensity and the vast area yet to be searched, leaving hundreds potentially unaccounted for.
The disaster highlights broader concerns about the state's emergency preparedness, which previously assessed wildfire risk as "low," and connects to increasing global extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.