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US logs first bird flu death in Louisiana; man ‘was in contact with sick birds'
The first U.S. death from bird flu has occurred in Louisiana, involving a person over 65 with preexisting health conditions.
Published on Jan 07, 2025 04:39 PM IST
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Tornado in Southern US: 4 dead, thousands without power
A severe storm system hit the southern US, resulting in tornadoes, four fatalities, and significant damage in Texas, Louisiana, and more
Published on Dec 30, 2024 05:50 AM IST
AP |
Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole heritage will be showcased at 50th annual Festivals Acadiens et Creoles
Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole heritage will be showcased at 50th annual Festivals Acadiens et Creoles
Published on Oct 09, 2024 09:37 AM IST
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US woman pinned under tree during Hurricane Francine rescused in chilling video
A chilling bodycam footage shot last week shows the moment a woman pinned underneath a tree was rescued by deputies.
Published on Sep 15, 2024 10:21 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
Louisiana mayor accused and arrested for child rape
Louisiana city's first woman mayor Misty Roberts has been arrested on child rape accusations. She abruptly resigned from her post last week.
Published on Aug 02, 2024 11:14 PM IST
Ten Commandments won't go in Louisiana classrooms until at least November as lawsuit plays out
Ten Commandments won't go in Louisiana classrooms until at least November as lawsuit plays out
Published on Jul 20, 2024 12:47 AM IST
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A US judge is reining in the use of strip searches amid a police scandal in Louisiana's capital city
A US judge is reining in the use of strip searches amid a police scandal in Louisiana's capital city
Published on Jul 13, 2024 04:33 AM IST
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Mother of the 'miracle baby' found crawling by a highway faces a murder charge in older son's death
Mother of the 'miracle baby' found crawling by a highway faces a murder charge in older son's death
Published on Jul 12, 2024 03:58 AM IST
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Teens spot alleged Bigfoot with ‘glowing eyes’ while camping in Louisiana forest
A group of panicked teenagers called 911 after seeing what they believed was a Bigfoot-like creature in a Louisiana forest.
Published on Jul 07, 2024 11:47 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
How to keep guns off Bourbon Street? Designate a police station as a school
How to keep guns off Bourbon Street? Designate a police station as a school
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 04:44 AM IST
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How will Louisiana's new Ten Commandments classroom requirement be funded and enforced?
How will Louisiana's new Ten Commandments classroom requirement be funded and enforced?
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 01:36 AM IST
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Louisiana: ACLU to sue US state over Ten Commandments school displays
The American Civil Liberties Union, the Louisiana chapter of ACLU, Freedom From Religion Foundation and Americans United vowed to sue Louisiana over new law.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 07:57 PM IST
9-year-old boy mistook a millionaire for homeless man. Then this happened
Kelvin,9, explained that he had always wanted to help a homeless person, so he approached Matt with a dollar and offered him the money.
Published on May 06, 2024 04:30 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Louisiana student suffers brain damage after being pushed into lake by friends
Christopher Gilbert, 26, who could not swim, was reportedly pushed off the dock at Lake D'Arbonne in Farmerville, Louisiana on April 14
Published on May 06, 2024 10:30 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
Some Gulf Coast states schools, government offices close for severe weather, possible tornadoes
Some Gulf Coast states schools, government offices close for severe weather, possible tornadoes
Updated on Apr 10, 2024 09:25 PM IST
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India-based pipe and tube manufacturer selects Louisiana for first US facility
India-based pipe and tube manufacturer selects Louisiana for first US facility
Published on Apr 06, 2024 09:50 AM IST
PTI |
Louisiana's special session kicks off Monday. Here's a look at what may be discussed
Louisiana's special session kicks off Monday. Here's a look at what may be discussed
Published on Jan 14, 2024 10:38 AM IST
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How this beloved years-long Christmas light show in Louisiana was cancelled
Homeowner Owen Holman’s Christmas spectacle had been enjoyed by several residents every year since 2006
Published on Dec 25, 2023 10:41 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
US student loses scholarship over dance video on social media
Since the incident, many students have come forward to support the girl who lost her scholarship over a dance video.
Published on Oct 09, 2023 11:37 AM IST
Vrinda Jain
McDonald's franchise faces hefty fine for employing minors in Louisiana, Texas
McDonald's franchise in Louisiana and Texas violated child labor laws by employing over 80 minors aged 14 and 15
Published on Jul 26, 2023 04:56 PM IST
Paurush Omar
Green fireball in Louisiana sky caught on doorbell camera ignites UFO panic
The American Meteorological Society is investigating a video captured by a Ring camera in Louisiana that shows a green fireball streaking across the sky
Published on Jul 18, 2023 10:13 PM IST
Paurush Omar
Explained: Why US leads the world in weather catastrophes
China may have more people, and a large land area like the United States, but “they don't have the same kind of clash of air masses as much as you do in US.
Published on Apr 02, 2023 12:53 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Yagya Sharma
Stormy Daniels: Woman at center of Trump indictment is porn star-turned…
Stormy Daniels, 44, is an author, director and media personality.
Published on Apr 01, 2023 09:10 AM IST
Reuters |
Massive tornado in Mississippi kills 25, dozens injured; Biden assures help
Rescuers raced Saturday to search for survivors and help hundreds of people left homeless after a powerful tornado cut a devastating path through Mississippi, killing at least 25 people.
Updated on Mar 26, 2023 06:25 AM IST
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Shooting at Louisiana nightclub: 12 people injured, 1 in critical condition
Three Baton Rouge police officers were nearby when the shots were fired around 1.30 am and responded to the Dior Bar & Lounge. They administered life-saving aid until emergency medical technicians arrived.
Updated on Jan 23, 2023 05:51 AM IST
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Hurricane Nicholas enters Louisiana, causes heavy rain across landscape
Forecasters said that Hurricane Nicholas would stall over central Louisiana through Thursday, and cause rainfall in those areas of central Gulf Coast on Friday that are still recovering from Hurricane Ida and Laura.
Published on Sep 15, 2021 07:10 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Sharangee Dutta, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
1st death from Hurricane Ida; power out across New Orleans
President Joe Biden approved emergency declarations for Louisiana and Mississippi ahead of Ida’s arrival.
Updated on Aug 30, 2021 08:52 AM IST
AP | , New Orleans
Pop-up clinics, brass bands: Louisiana gets creative with vaccination events
The state has enlisted health care workers, colleges, community groups and church pastors to help cajole the hesitant and set up vaccination events.
Published on Apr 18, 2021 04:58 PM IST
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Louisiana to choose new US House members in special election
Women were among the top contenders in both competitions, including Julia Letlow, a Republican who is vying for the northeast Louisiana-based seat that her husband, Luke Letlow, won in December but couldn't fill because of his death from Covid-19 complications.
Published on Mar 21, 2021 10:24 AM IST
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