Drought plagues majority of Northeast as dry, windy weather raises fire risk

Dry, unseasonably warm conditions have plunged much of the Northeast into drought, fueling wildfires. October was one of the driest months on record in the U.S.

Over 15 million under fire weather alerts in California amid dry, windy conditions

More than 15 million people are under fire weather alerts in California -- from Redding to Sacramento to San Francisco to Burbank -- due to dry and windy conditions.

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

Severe drought puts nearly half a million children at risk in Amazon – report

Warming climate has caused rivers used for transport to dry up, leaving children with little food, water or school access, says Unicef. Two years of severe drought in the Amazon rainforest have ...

World - The Guardian - 13 hours ago

Senate majority at risk of falling out of reach for Democrats

Former President Trump's strength in the upper Midwest is putting Senate Democrats on defense, giving the GOP hopes it can not only win the Senate majority but grow it beyond a seat or two. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Severe weather in Oklahoma, risk of more tornadoes in several states

A pair of tornadoes caused damage in Oklahoma as more warnings of potential severe weather remain for the coming hours. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest forecast.

Ballot drop box fires raise voter concerns

Police are still searching for the person suspected of setting Oregon and Washington drop boxes on fire Monday morning, destroying hundreds of ballots. The attacks prompted increased security ...

Japan’s ruling coalition to lose majority in election, national broadcaster says

PM Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party faces losses amid voter anger over funding scandal and cost of living. Japan’s ruling coalition is certain to lose its majority in parliament in ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Hint of ‘very high’ consumer inflation expectations raises risks for Treasury market

Buried inside last Friday’s data from the University of Michigan was a shocking inflation outlook from a small segment of consumers — one that is causing some nervousness about whether ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

North Korea's foray into Ukraine riles US, raises global risks

This week’s revelations that North Korean troops could within days join Russia’s war in Ukraine have raised the prospect of the U.S. and its allies getting more involved in the conflict. The Biden ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

Israel strikes military targets in Iran in reprisal that raises risk of regional war

Air attack completed on Saturday morning hit missile and drone manufacturing sites, says IDF. Israel strikes Iran – follow the latest IDF strikes military sites in Iran: what we know so far ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

JetBlue’s stock tumbles as downbeat revenue outlook raises risk of more losses

JetBlue’s stock sinks after Q3 results beat expectations but the Q4 revenue outlook disappointed.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Reeves to promise ‘wealth and opportunity for all’ in major tax-raising budget

Having announced minimum wage boost, chancellor to say she can spare working people from tax rises. Autumn budget live: latest news updates The UK’s national minimum wage is to rise by a ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

More Forests Are on Fire, a Big Risk in Climate Change Fight

Carbon emissions from forest fires increased more than 60 percent globally over the past two decades, according to a new study.

World - The New York Times - October 17

Hyundai Recalls Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles Over Fire Risk

Hyundai is recalling its hydrogen-powered SUVs from the 2019 through 2024 model years.

Business - Inc. - October 17

Starbucks tells corporate workers to return to office or risk being fired

Internal note reportedly warns ‘accountability process’ will start next January for company’s hybrid work requirements. Starbucks office workers will risk losing their jobs if they fail to comply ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Starbucks Tells Workers to Return to the Office or Risk Getting Fired

The coffee chain has expected office employees to come in three days a week. Now it is tightening enforcement.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

By Firing Gallant, Netanyahu Removes One Threat but Risks Another

Yoav Gallant, the departing defense minister, opposed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on key policies. His dismissal has stirred public discontent.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

Spain floods latest: three days of mourning declared after dozens killed – as weather alert level raised

Prime minister Pedro Sánchez warned the weather in the Valencia region was still ‘wreaking havoc’. Dozens feared dead after torrential rain and floods in Spain People in Spain: have you ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Two treated after fire at BAE nuclear shipyard

Police say there is "no nuclear risk" and an investigation is under way into the cause of the blaze.

England finally remove Windies openers in quick succession

Watch as England remove West Indies openers Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph in quick succession during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai.

A Record Number of States Are in Drought

Little rain has fallen since Hurricane Helene dropped huge amounts across the Southeast.

Science - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Was Stone-Age Scandinavia Struck by Plague?

New research by geneticists hints at the deadly work of Yersinia pestis 5,000 years ago.

Health - The New York Times - October 31

France Struggles to Dry Out From Flash Flooding

Heavy rainfall and swollen rivers unleashed torrents of brackish water that cut off roads, swept away cars and swamped buildings.

World - The New York Times - October 18

One dead as flooding hits Italy's northeast flatlands

World - Yahoo News - October 20

In Sahara Desert, Fall Deluge Filled Dry Lakes

World - Yahoo News - October 22

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

An Alarming Glimpse Into a Future of Historic Droughts

Record dry conditions in South America have led to wildfires, power cuts and water rationing. The world’s largest river system, the Amazon, which sustains some 30 million people across eight ...

World - The New York Times - October 21

A Hollywood Drought and a Game Show Dream

It’s tough to get work in film and television these days. So one unemployed writer decided to study up on “The Price Is Right.”

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Sloppy England stunned by Windies to exit T20 World Cup

England are knocked out of the Women's T20 World Cup at the group stage by West Indies after a sloppy all-round performance.

NZ beat Windies to reach first World Cup final since 2010

The Women's T20 World Cup is guaranteed a first-time winner as New Zealand beat West Indies to join South Africa in Sunday's final.

Windy believes Warriors top candidate to make ‘big trade' at deadline

ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst believes the Golden State Warriors are the top candidate to make a big trade at the Feb. 6 deadline.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 hours ago

Forecasters scare up record-high temperatures for Halloween in the Northeast

As record-breaking high temperatures were expected Wednesday, snow blanketed the mountaintops of Hawaii and residents of the Great Plains were bracing for tornadoes.

Is it safe to run in cold weather?

Running experts give tips on how to stay warm while running in cold temperature and suggest gear that will help you stay comfortable and warm.

Ancelotti backs Bellingham despite goal drought

Carlo Ancelotti has defended Jude Bellingham's Real Madrid form, saying the work he's doing for the team this season is "more important" than scoring goals.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

Blackouts and water rationing as South American drought worsens

Bogotá limits water use and Quito schedules daily power cuts to cope with historically low rainfall

World - Financial Times - October 26

Record number of states facing drought conditions

The U.S. has droughts in every state except Alaska and Kentucky — the greatest number in history, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. According to the tracker, just over 45 percent of the U.S. ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

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