The devastating Palisades Fire in Los Angeles has destroyed an iconic $125 million mansion in Pacific Palisades, as anger over Los Angeles’ lack of preparedness and leadership spills over amidst a crisis that has ravaged tens of thousands of acres and left at least 11 dead. The mansion, owned by Luminar Technologies CEO Austin Russell, was one of the most expensive homes in the area. Purchased in 2021 for $83 million, the luxurious four-story property featured 18 bedrooms, a retractable roof for stargazing, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, and a state-of-the-art swimming pool. The home, which was once listed for rent at $450,000 per month, also served as a filming location for a popular TV series.

BREAKING: President Trump was sentenced in the “hush money” case to unconditional discharge, released with no restrictions – a sentence that includes neither jail time nor any other restriction. Trump appeared in court virtually fom Mar-a-Lago.

At least five people are dead, with officials warning the toll will rise, as massive wildfires continue to devastate Southern California. The Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades and the Eaton Fire in Altadena have destroyed thousands of homes and businesses, forcing over 180,000 people to evacuate – and they are still at 0% containment, meaning firefighters still have no control over them. And as the disaster continues to unfold, questions about preparedness and leadership dominate the conversation. Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna described the destruction as catastrophic, saying, “Some areas look like a bomb was dropped. Unfortunately, I think the death toll will rise.” Luna added that search efforts have been delayed by the intensity of the fires and hazardous conditions.

This year, for the 20th year on YWN, tens of thousands of viewers from around the world will be able to view the International Kinus HaShluchim banquet live on a broadcast made possible by the organizers of the Kinus. The live streaming webcast begins at 12:30PM on Sunday, Nov. 30, and is taking place at the The New Jersey Conference and Expo Center in Edison, NJ. The highlight is always the traditional roll call of countries and regions which is followed by spirited dancing. As we have done for many years, YWN will be bringing you thousands of photos, as well as extensive video and photo coverage from the massive event.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to the terms of the ceasefire agreement to end the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a senior US official told Axios on Monday. The parties have yet to announce the agreement, but the security cabinet is expected to approve the deal on Tuesday, an Israeli source reported. “We think we have a deal. We are at the goal line but haven’t crossed it yet. The Israeli cabinet needs to approve the deal on Tuesday, and something can always go wrong by then,” said the US official. The report adds that the draft ceasefire agreement includes a 60-day transition period during which the Israeli military will withdraw from southern Lebanon, the Lebanese army will deploy in areas close to the border, and Hezbollah will move its weapons from north of the Litani River.

Lebanon and Hezbollah have agreed in principle to a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire with Israel, marking what a top Lebanese official described as the most serious effort yet to end the ongoing hostilities. Ali Hassan Khalil, an aide to Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, confirmed Lebanon’s written response to the proposal had been delivered to the U.S. ambassador in Beirut on Monday. He also revealed that White House envoy Amos Hochstein is traveling to Lebanon to continue discussions. Hezbollah has backed Berri as the primary negotiator for the ceasefire.