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What Are Anti-Personnel Mines?
The Biden administration has agreed to send the weapons to Ukraine, despite their reputation for killing and maiming civilians.World - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Catastrophic Flooding in Spain Kills at Least 95 People
More than a year’s worth of rain fell overnight in some areas, washing away bridges and flooding towns.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
'This catastrophic Budget will put up pint prices'
Hiking the amount employers pay in National Insurance, coupled with other cost rises, has sparked fury from businesses.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
New Tech Tries to Catastrophe-Proof Your Home
Tech once used to make homes more sustainable has fresh applications in making structures resistant to hurricanes, hail, blackouts, flooding, wildfires, and other disastersTech - The Wall Street Journal - November 8 -
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Generali's Natural Catastrophe Hit Offset By Better Performance
The insurer reported better-than-expected profit on higher gross written premiums and net inflows from its life business.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 15 -
Rare Autumn Drought in Northeast Brings a Spate of Wildfires
Hundreds of fires are burning in New Jersey and Connecticut as the region experiences a spell of unusually warm fall weather.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Northeast US experiences unseasonably warm temps on Halloween
Record-breaking temperatures are blanketing the Northeast this Halloween, as children ditch the winter gear and enjoy summer weather while trick or treating. In New York City, the temperature ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Maps show drought and fire conditions in Northeast states
Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
Dire drought conditions in the Northeast add to wildfire danger
As dangerous wildfires continue to burn on both coasts, the Northeast is experiencing a historic drought that is expanding the fire danger. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports and TODAY’s Al Roker monitors ...Top stories - NBC News - November 12 -
How dry conditions are fueling Northeast fires
Some Northeastern states have not seen the dry conditions fueling the current wildfires in nearly 120 years. The largest is burning along the New York-New Jersey border. CBS News national ...Top stories - CBS News - November 14 -
Millions in Northeast and Midwest see first snowfall of the season
An abrupt change in weather is bringing the first significant snow of the season across the country, with a powerful snow storm blanketing areas of the Northeast and Midwest. NBC’s Sam Brock ...Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Rain, flooding and snow sock in parts of the West and Northeast
Heavy rain, flooding and snow are hitting the West. The record-setting wet weather is swelling rivers and triggering mudslides. Meanwhile, in the Northeast, some areas are digging out from major ...Top stories - NBC News - 11 hours ago -
Why the Rain Won’t End the Drought in the Northeast
Hundreds of brush fires and wildfires have sparked all over the New York City region. Hilary Howard, who covers climate change and the environment in the region, explains what’s happening.Top stories - The New York Times - 14 hours ago -
Netanyahu Aide Is Indicted Over Leaked Document on Hamas
One of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s advisers is accused of leaking a top-secret document to a German tabloid in an attempt to influence public sentiment on hostage negotiations.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Biden to provide antipersonnel mines to Ukraine
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, temporarily shut down on Wednesday over fears of a possible Russian air attack. Meanwhile, the Biden administration approved antipersonnel mines for Ukraine to ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Biden Approves Antipersonnel Mines for Ukraine
The move is part of a broader push to counter the Russian military and provide Ukraine with more leverage in possible negotiations.World - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago -
Salt century fires England to victory in first T20
Phil Salt powers a superb century to take England to a commanding eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the first T20 in Barbados.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
How migrant children are using soccer to connect
Immigration is ranked as one of the top issues for voters in the 2024 presidential election. Since spring 2022, New York City has taken in more than 200,000 asylum seekers, primarily families with ...Top stories - CBS News - November 2 -
How Trump Connected With So Many Americans
Donald Trump’s campaign was a blend of comedy, fury, optimism, darkness and cynicism. “He gets us,” some voters concluded.Top stories - The New York Times - November 7 -
Three charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
One Direction star Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.World - CBS News - November 7 -
China rushes to connect with potential Trump officials
Hawkish stance of US president-elect leaves Beijing at a disadvantage with incoming administrationWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals
Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.World - The New York Times - October 29 -
US calls on Israel to tackle ‘catastrophic humanitarian crisis’ in Gaza
Failure to help improve the situation on the ground could be met by restrictions on US military aid. Middle East live: latest updates Israel is not addressing the “catastrophic humanitarian ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods
At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims.Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
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‘There is no alternative’: Israel’s ban on vital Unrwa services will be a catastrophe for Gaza
Israel’s anti-Unrwa legislation will sever aid to 2.3 million people, unless Benjamin Netanyahu can be convinced to veto it. Bin bags were piling up at one end of the chaotic main thoroughfare in ...World - The Guardian - November 2
