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How to financially prepare yourself for a natural disaster
From Altadena to Asheville, the tragedies provided an urgent wake-up callMarketWatch - 8h -
Disability amid disaster: People with disabilities are disproportionately impacted by natural disasters
As Reda Rountree and her family packed their bags and prepared to flee their Highland Park home on Jan. 7 amid Eaton Fire evacuations, she realized in horror that her wheelchair would not fit in ...NBC News - Feb. 23 -
What NOAA cuts could mean for weather forecasts, natural disaster preparedness
The Trump administration's latest wave of cuts to the federal government hit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration last week. Alan Sealls, president-elect of the American ...CBS News - 4h -
With the CFPB on Pause, Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Rules on bank and credit card fees, medical debt and payment apps are in limbo. One thing you can do is carefully check your financial statements, one expert says.The New York Times - 3d -
How U.S. ‘mini-stagflation’ and the yen could shock financial markets
A financial shock is on the cards if the carry trade crumbles, says strategist.MarketWatch - 3d -
‘Green roofs deliver for biodiversity’: how Basel put nature on top
For decades, the Swiss city has been transforming its skyline, and now boasts some of the greenest rooftops in Europe. Susanne Hablützel breaks up her work day by staring out the window at a ...The Guardian - 4d -
'Dogfight for playoff seeding': How the Lakers are preparing for the wars to come
The Lakers play six consecutive games at home starting Tuesday vs. Dallas in their first game against the Mavericks since the shocking trade for Luka Doncic.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
Fantasy Basketball: These stars could get shut down — here's how to prepare and plan ahead
Silly Season is about to kick off in the NBA (if it hasn't already). Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus has some advice for how to navigate it.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Nature: Hollywood Hills
We leave you this Oscar Sunday ... where else? ... in the Hills of Hollywood. Videographer: Brad Markel.CBS News - 1d -
Graham: Trump, Zelensky meeting an 'absolute, utter disaster'
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who has been one of the most outspoken advocates for supporting the Ukraine war effort, said he was “devastated” by the heated exchange between President Trump, Vice ...The Hill - 3d -
Nature: Arches National Park in Utah
We leave you this Sunday morning taking in the sights at Arches National Park in Utah. Videographer: Brad Markel.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
Chinese Hospital Bankruptcies Soar Amid Financial Strains
Still recovering from heavy spending during the pandemic, hospitals are squeezed by a slumping economy and government efforts to curb health care spending.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Liverpool financial loss rose to £57m for 2023-24
Liverpool report an annual pre-tax loss of £57m up to 31 May 2024 - £48m more than they lost in the previous 12 months.BBC News - 3d -
Cancer family 'financially broken' by benefits wait
Charity report finds seven-month average wait for families of children with cancer to access benefits.BBC News - 1d -
Gene Hackman’s Career Is a Tribute to the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise
He could be both paternal and terrifying, and had the ability to almost goad you into liking men who would otherwise be despicable.The New York Times - 4d -
OpenAI Unveils GPT-4.5 for More ‘Natural Conversation’
The new technology, called GPT-4.5, signifies the end of an era for OpenAI.The New York Times - 4d -
Norway’s natural gas windfall should go to Ukraine
The country provides less support, as a share of GDP, than its neighboursFinancial Times - 12h -
Fyre festival 2: tickets go on sale for follow-up to infamous disaster
No musical line-up has been confirmed but tickets to the Mexican sequel are now available with prices up to $1.1m. Tickets to the second Fyre festival have gone on sale this week, promising a more ...The Guardian - 6d -
Greek rail disaster report cites errors and major systemic failures
A long-awaited investigation into Greece’s deadliest train crash on has blamed human error, outdated infrastructure, and major systemic failures for the head-on collision that killed 57 people two ...ABC News - 4d -
Rage in Greece as second anniversary of train disaster prompts mass protests
Hundreds of thousands demonstrate amid outpouring of anger over state’s handling of Tempe tragedy. Two years to the day since 57 people died and dozens were injured in Greece’s worst train crash ...The Guardian - 3d -
76ers' Joel Embiid on ailing knee affecting play: 'Hard to have trust when you're not yourself'
Embiid has been limited to only 18 of Philadelphia's 55 games this season.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
Don Lemon to Megyn Kelly over Joy Reid remarks: 'Go f‑‑‑ yourself'
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon issued an expletive-filled rebuke of Megyn Kelly after the ex-Fox News anchor celebrated the end of Joy Reid’s MSNBC show. On his YouTube show Monday, Lemon said Kelly ...The Hill - 6d -
In 'Running Point,' Kate Hudson gets having to prove yourself, like Lakers boss Jeanie Buss
The actor stars in Netflix's new comedy 'Running Point,' playing a character modeled on the Lakers' president who must prove her business savvy and basketball know-how.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Vladimir Putin prepares for return of western companies to Russia
President orders cabinet to give domestic producers preferential treatment as payback for sanctionsFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Human Therapists Prepare for Battle Against A.I. Pretenders
Chatbots posing as therapists may encourage users to commit harmful acts, the nation’s largest psychological organization warned federal regulators.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Federal agencies preparing for large-scale layoffs
Government agencies have been ordered to prepare for extensive layoffs as part of the ongoing initiative by President Trump and Elon Musk to slash the federal workforce.NBC News - 4d -
Firefly Aerospace's "Blue Ghost" prepares to land on the moon
No American spacecraft has successfully landed intact and upright on the moon since Apollo 17 in 1972, but one private space company is looking to change that. Firefly Aerospace will be landing its ...CBS News - 3d -
Financially Frayed Joann Unravels and Will Close its Stores and Go Out of Business
The fabric and crafts retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last month, and will now fold up its operations.Inc. - 6d -
‘It’s similar to Enron’: La Liga president accuses Manchester City of financial deception
Enron one of the largest bankruptcy cases in US history La Liga alleges City distort EU’s internal market Manchester City have been accused of an Enron-style financial deception by La Liga’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
Jeffrey Epstein: more files released related to late sex offender and financier
Attorney general had indicated justice department would release files related to Epstein, who died by suicide in 2019. The US justice department has released additional files related to the late ...The Guardian - 4d -
RFL warns clubs that planned coup will financially cripple the sport
Professional clubs want to oust RFL chair Simon Johnson Governing body says any such move would breach rules The Rugby Football League has warned clubs that an attempt to sideline the sport’s ...The Guardian - 3d -
Black woman who retired at 30: Financial independence is 'not just for white guys'
Persistent wage and wealth gaps make it harder for Black Americans to retire on a similar timeline to their white peers. Blogger hopes to inspire change.CNBC - 3d -
Guggenheim Lays Off 20 Employees as Financial Challenges Persist
The museum has suffered from rising costs and lower attendance. The cuts followed those at the Brooklyn Museum, which trimmed 10 percent of its staff this month.The New York Times - 3h -
LeBron James salutes ‘natural quarterback’ Luka Dončić as Lakers rout Nuggets
Pair combine for 57 points in dominant 123-100 win Dončić says he is finding his form for new team Luka Dončić scored 32 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, dished out seven assists and stole four ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
London’s natural wine scene: expert Mark Gurney’s insider guide
The man behind two of the capital’s go-tos for low-intervention bottles shares his favourite places to imbibeFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
‘Light of hope’ emerges as UN summit ends with plan for $200bn to protect nature
Agreement reached despite rising geopolitical tensions and US cuts to climate programmesFinancial Times - 3d -
Cop16 nature summit agrees deal at 11th hour but critics say it is not enough
UN biodiversity conference in Rome ends with fragile accord but questions remain over whether funding will emerge. The task of halting nature loss by 2030 is slipping out of reach, ministers have ...The Guardian - 3d -
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Newsom requests nearly $40 billion in disaster aid following Los Angeles wildfires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) sent a letter to members of Congress requesting nearly $40 billion in funding to rebuild communities after wildfires devastated the Pacific Palisades and Altadena ...The Hill - Feb. 23
