At least 71 people were killed and dozens injured after cooking gas tanks exploded on a train packed with pilgrims in Pakistan on Oct. 31, 2019.
Author: David Baratz, USA TODAY
Shuri Castle fire in Japan decimates historic world heritage site
A fire ripped through the ancient Japanese Shuri castle in Okinawa, early on Oct. 31, spreading throughout the historic World Heritage site’s complex.
Wildfires flare up across California
Fueled by scorching winds and temperatures, the Kincade and Tick fires have spread fast and have forced thousands to evacuate.
California wildfires spark mandatory evacuations in Los Angeles
A fast-moving wildfire sweeping through Los Angeles County prompted mandatory evacuation orders for more than 100,000 people.
California power outages aim to reduce risk of wildfires caused by dry and windy weather
On Oct. 9, 2019, California’s leading utility began shutting off power to more than 800,000 subscribers in bid to reduce the risk of wildfires.
Hong Kong leader bans masks at protests
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said on Oct. 4, 2019 that her government would ban face masks in public in a bid to end the city’s protests.
Vintage WWII B-17 bomber plane crashes in Connecticut
The FAA said that a vintage Boeing B-17 bomber crashed while attempting to land at Bradley International Airport in Hartford, Conn. on Oct. 2, 2019.
Hong Kong protesters clash with riot police as China marks 70 years of Communist Party rule
Hong Kong protesters clash with riot police on China’s National Day marking 70 years of Communist Party rule
Ross Perot, Texas billionaire and former presidential candidate, dies at 89
Ross Perot, the self-made billionaire whose two runs for president as an independent candidate shook up American politics, has died at age 89.
2019 Tony Awards: See all the best images from the show
Broadway came to TV Sunday, when the Tony Awards were broadcast from Radio City Music Hall. Theater’s biggest night was filled with showy moments.