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Six Flags permanently retires X2 roller coaster amid brain injury lawsuits

Six Flags Magic Mountain in California has permanently retired its famous X2 roller coaster after nearly two decades of operation, following a series of lawsuits alleging that riders suffered serious brain injuries after using the attraction. The decision was announced on September 29 by Brian Oerding,......

California adds Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha to its state holiday calendar

California has added Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha to its list of state holidays, following the signing of Assembly Bill 2017 by Governor Gavin Newsom. The measure formally recognizes the two major Islamic holidays in state law and introduces provisions allowing public employees, schools and community......

The United States Celebrates Its First Day in Honor of Dolly Parton

The United States marked September 25 with a new celebration dedicated to Dolly Parton. Dubbed "Dolly Parton Day," this day pays tribute to one of the most iconic figures in country music, whose influence extends far beyond the world of song. A Date Chosen in Reference to "9 to 5" The inaugural edition......

California declares state of emergency as powerful El Niño threatens severe winter storms

California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a statewide state of emergency as a strengthening El Niño climate pattern raises concerns about potentially severe weather across the state during the coming fall and winter. The emergency proclamation is intended to mobilize state resources ahead......

Two pilots killed in helicopter crash while fighting Yosemite wildfire

Two pilots were killed Sunday after a helicopter involved in wildfire suppression operations crashed inside Yosemite National Park in California, authorities said. The aircraft was carrying only the two pilots, who were working for a private contractor providing aerial firefighting services. According......

California billionaires face proposed one-time wealth tax

California is preparing for a major debate over how the state should tax extreme wealth, with Proposition 40 putting a one-time levy on billionaires before voters in the November 3, 2026 election. The initiative would impose a 5% tax on certain taxpayers with assets exceeding $1 billion, with most of......

SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit

SpaceX has successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit as the US aerospace company continues to expand its satellite-based internet network and strengthen its global connectivity infrastructure. The satellites were deployed aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, which lifted off from Vandenberg......

Poisoned sea lions wash ashore along California coast

Dozens of sick and disoriented sea lions have washed up on California beaches in recent days, prompting wildlife authorities and marine experts to warn the public against approaching the affected animals. The Marine Mammal Center said the animals are suffering from domoic acid poisoning, a neurological......

Meta sanctioned by California judge over destruction of evidence in scam-ad case

Meta has been sanctioned by a federal judge in California after the company was found to have destroyed evidence relevant to a legal dispute involving fraudulent advertisements that allegedly used the image of Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest. The ruling adds another complication to Forrest's......