A massive fire has ravaged St. Petersburg’s iconic Soviet-era market, leaving charred ruins and a city in shock. The Nevsky District landmark, once a bustling hub of trade and cultural heritage, was consumed overnight in a blaze fueled by strong winds, resulting in one confirmed death and at least two injuries, including carbon monoxide poisoning and a man who leapt to escape. Firefighters deployed 96 personnel and 26 units, battling multiple explosions and intense flames that tore through the two-storey market complex. Witnesses reported chaotic scenes as the inferno spread, while emergency crews worked through the night to contain the fire and prevent further devastation. WATCH 

A dramatic incident unfolded over the California desert today as a Thunderbirds F-16C Fighting Falcon fighter jet went down mid-mission during a training exercise. The pilot ejected seconds before the jet erupted into flames, landing safely in the remote Mojave Desert near Trona. The crash, which occurred at approximately 10:45 AM, was captured on video and is now going viral, showing the split-second escape that saved the pilot’s life. Authorities confirm the pilot is in stable condition under medical care, while the jet was destroyed in the fiery crash. WATCH