US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 4

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

Canada: “O Canada” Sung During Our Lady Peace Concert As Canada Defeats US In 4 Nations Face-Off

Canada’s men’s hockey team defeated the US 3-2 in overtime to win the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship on Thursday, February 20, at Boston’s TD Garden. The band Our Lady Peace paused their performance to join the crowd in singing "O Canada" celebrating the victory together.

US: Franklin Fire Rages, Forcing Thousands To Evacuate In Malibu, California 2

The Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, which erupted on Monday evening, December 9, has burned more than 4,000 acres and is 30 percent contained as of Thursday, according to the CAL FIRE website. Approximately 18,000 people and 8,100 homes and businesses were placed under evacuation orders or warnings.

US: Pearl Fire Burns Near Red Feather Lakes, Colorado Prompting Evacuation

The Pearl Fire broke out northwest of Red Feather Lakes in the Crystal Lakes area in Colorado Monday, September 16, forcing mandatory evacuation. Larimer County sheriff said the fire was human caused.

Australia: Thousands Of Constructions Workers Protest Against CFMEU Takeover 2

More than 10,000 workers took to the streets across Australia to protest the federal take over of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) on Tuesday, August 27.

Red Sox win World Series

Red Sox win World Series

BOSTON, United States - Boston Red Sox closer Koji Uehara raises his fist after striking out last batter Matt Carpenter during the ninth inning of Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals at Fenway Park in Boston on Oct. 30, 2013. The Red Sox beat the Cardinals 6-1 to win the best-of-seven series 4-2.

MLB World Series

MLB World Series

ST. LOUIS, United States - Boston Red Sox reliever Junichi Tazawa (back) is pictured after allowing a two-run double by St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Matt Holliday during the seventh inning of Game 3 of the Major League Baseball World Series at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri, on Oct. 26, 2013. The Boston's Matt Carpenter, who scored from second base, is seen in front. The Cardinals scored to win a 5-4 sayonara victory to lead the series 2-1.

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ML World Series

BOSTON, United States - The St. Louis Cardinals' Jon Jay (far R) scores from second base on an error by Boston Red Sox pitcher Craig Breslow (2nd from L), after Pete Kozma (2nd from R) scored from third base on a sacrifice fly by Matt Carpenter (far L), during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series at Fenway Park in Boston on Oct. 24, 2013. The Cardinals won 4-2 to tie the series 1-1.

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ML World Series

BOSTON, United States - The St. Louis Cardinals' Pete Kozma scores from third base after Matt Carpenter hit a sacrifice fly during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston on Oct. 24, 2013. The Cardinals won 4-2 to tie the series 1-1.

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ML World Series

BOSTON, United States - St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Matt Carpenter hits a sacrifice fly during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston on Oct. 24, 2013. The Cardinals won 4-2 to tie the series 1-1.