Bushfires have swept large parts of Australia since October, leaving more than 23 people dead, destroying thousands of homes and devastating wildlife – 1 billion animals have been killed. Guardian Australia editor Lenore Taylor describes reporting on the crisis. And: Julian Borger on the US response to Iranian missiles in IraqSince October, unprecedented bushfires continue to ravage south-east Australia. Melinda Plesman describes losing her home, while the Guardian Australia editor, Lenore Taylor, talks to Anushka Asthana about the impact the fires have had on the country. And: Julian Borger on the American response to missiles fired at US airbases in Iraq

Source: The Guardian January 09, 2020 03:00 UTC