Thomas Fire now considered largest in California history
Meanwhile, the Creek fire, which has scorched more than 15,000 acres east of Sylmar, is nearing 100% containment, officials said. Claus greet firefighters during the Christmas Eve morning briefing on the Thomas Fire .

United States must learn from experiences, says Pak Foreign Minister
While the United States had failed to establish peace in Afghanistan, Asif said it was blaming Pakistan after its failure. The three countries agreed to establish the mechanism during Wang's visits to Kabul and Islamabad in June.

Mumbai's first AC local train makes maiden journey
For the first week, the authorities will run the train for only six times every day between Churchgate and Borivli stations. Initially, it was meant to be run on the central line but it was later made a decision to run it first on the western line.

Tunisia bans UAE Emirates airline from landing in Tunis
A controversial blanket travel ban on Tunisian women by the UAE has led to angry reactions in Tunis. Anwar Gargash tweeted on Sunday that an agreement was reached with Tunis over the security measure.

USA announces $285M cut in 2018-19 United Nations operating budget
The remaining 21 countries did not turn up for the non-binding resolution. "Well, we're watching those votes", he added. In July, Trump had promised $639m in aid to assist people facing starvation in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen.

Jadhav's family to meet him shortly
Pakistan has repeatedly denied India consular access to Jadhav on the ground that it was not applicable in cases related to spies. India, however, maintains that Jadhav was kidnapped from Iran where he had business interests after retiring from the Navy.

Iranian Prisoner in Tehran 'Marked for Early Release'
Prisoners in Iran are generally eligible for release once they've served a third of their sentences. It's not clear how good the news is, but it's definitely good news", he said.

Asaduddin Owaisi slams PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi over temple visits
After getting a brief about the outcome and suggestions of the shivir, the Congress president will speak to party cadre. The newly-elected Congress president said he is confident that his party will form next government in the state.

Apple Finally Admits They've Been Slowing Down Old iPhones on objective
The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are not safe from this and have been subject to similar treatment through the iOS update 11.2 as well. The plaintiffs are trying to seek the case for all owners of Apple smartphones older than the iPhone 8 in the US.

JK CM pays tributes to 4 Army personnel killed in Pak firing
Sepoy Pargat Singh (30) belonged to Karnal district in Haryana and is survived by wife Ramanpreet Kaur and a son, the Army said. In a strongly worded press statement, the Indian Army warned Pakistan saying martyrdom of Indian soldiers will not go in vain.

Russia: Terrorist PKK/PYD won't be at Sochi Syria talks
Iran, Russia and Turkey are known as the guarantors of a ceasefire in Syria within the framework of Astana process. However, Turkey is opposed to the involvement of the US-backed PYD/YPG militants.

Hyderabad shocker: Woman set on fire in public view
A 22-year-old woman was attacked by her alleged lover who poured petrol on her and set her ablaze in Lalaguda on Thursday evening. Speaking to PTI , Secunderabad, Deputy Commissioner of Police (north zone) B Sumathi said, "She passed away this morning".

Restaurants will be open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Though some restaurants and bars will remain open on Sunday, check restaurant hours before you head out for lunch or supper. Niagara Falls Transit will have modified service on Christmas Day and Boxing Day , but offices will be closed.

LG Monitors With Nano IPS Tech To Debut At CES 2018
It boasts LG's signature Edge-ArcLine Stand and a 4-Side Edge Borderless Design for a better overall viewing experience. The 32UK950 will also come with Thunderbolt 3 connection which will let you daisy-chain multiple such monitors.

Who Is Sholom Rubashkin? Trump Commutes Sentence Of Rabbi Jailed For Fraud
Agriprocessors fell into financial hardship following the raid and was veering into bankruptcy, forcing Rubashkin to sell it. Many Jewish organizations in the United States also expressed their happiness at Rubashkin's release.