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.

American League Division Series

American League Division Series

ST. PETERSBURG, United States - Boston Red Sox reliever Junichi Tazawa reacts after striking out Tampa Bay Rays' Matt Joyce during the eighth inning of Game 4 of the American League Division Series at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Oct 8, 2013. The Red Sox won 3-1 and reached the American League Championship Series.

Rangers vs. Rays in ALDS

Rangers vs. Rays in ALDS

ST. PETERSBURG, United States - Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Sean Rodriguez (R) scores from first base after sliding into Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli on a double by Matt Joyce during the second inning of an American League Division Series game at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Oct. 4, 2011. Rangers won the game 4-3 and advanced to the American League Championship Series after beating the Rays 3-1 in the best-of-five ALDS.

Rangers vs. Rays in ALDS

Rangers vs. Rays in ALDS

ST. PETERSBURG, United States - Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Sean Rodriguez (R) scores from first base after sliding into Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli on a double by Matt Joyce during the second inning of an American League Division Series game at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Oct. 4, 2011. Rangers won the game 4-3 and advanced to the American League Championship Series after beating the Rays 3-1 in the best-of-five ALDS. (Kyodo)