Most North Carolina storm survivors have no flood insurance
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Top stories - The New York Times
Aid Is Slow to Reach Some Latino Areas in Storm-Hit North Carolina
Language and other barriers are hobbling the flow of assistance to hard-hit communities where affordable housing drew growing numbers of Hispanic migrants.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden Promised Federal Support for Survivors of Helene
Also, Liz Cheney is campaigning tonight with Kamala Harris. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
World - The New York Times
Krathon Storm Brings Flooding and Landslides to Taiwan
Two people have been killed and more than 10,000 evacuated, the authorities said. The drenching rain brought damage and widespread power outages from the storm, downgraded to a depression.2 days ago - Taiwan -
Politics - The Hill
Trump, Kemp to tour storm damage together on Friday
Former President Trump and Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) will make a rare joint appearance Friday as they tour damage from Hurricane Helene. Kemp and Trump will visit the community of Evans, Ga., to ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Helene aftermath: Here's how to avoid being a victim of post-storm scams
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, affected states are working to clamp down on price gouging and other schemes.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Images show Hurricane Helene's damage as new storms develop
Recovery efforts continue in parts of the South where Helene's massive rains led to coastal surges and inland flooding. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports from Marion, North Carolina, and CBS News ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Presidential race a toss-up in North Carolina survey
The 2024 U.S. presidential race is currently a toss-up in the battleground state of North Carolina, according to a new poll released Thursday. Both former President Trump and his election ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump says he'll travel to North Carolina next week
Former President Trump said he will travel next week to the battleground state of North Carolina as it grapples with rescue and recovery efforts following the destruction of Hurricane Helene. “Date ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Helene Destroyed a Town That’s the Source of Quartz for Most Tech Products
Spruce Pine, North Carolina, is known for producing the high-quality mineral used in most computer chips, solar panels and fiber optics. It was largely flattened by floods after the storm.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How North Carolina Republicans Left Homes Vulnerable to Helene
Under pressure to control housing costs, Republican lawmakers rejected standards meant to protect against disasters, experts say.2 days ago - Republican Party -
Top stories - NBC News
Two more storms gain strength in Atlantic following devastation of Hurricane Helene
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring two more tropical cyclones growing stronger in the Atlantic on Thursday.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Victor Perahia, Holocaust survivor and president of French Union of Auschwitz Deportees, dies at 91
French Union of Auschwitz Deportees president and Holocaust survivor Victor Perahia has died2 days ago -
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Biden deploys more troops to North Carolina for Helene recovery
President Biden is touring damage from Helene in Florida and Georgia Thursday after ordering 1,000 U.S. troops to help those impacted in North Carolina. Many residents there are still without ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - CBS News
Workers criticize safety response after deadly flooding at Tennessee factory
Employees at Impact Plastics in Tennessee recount terrifying moments as floodwaters overtook their workplace during Hurricane Helene. Two workers have been confirmed dead, four remain missing, and ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Is Kamala Harris having a breakthrough with voters on the economy?
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump races through Texas oil country in bid to raise cash2 days ago - Kamala Harris -
Tech - Wired
As Wildfires Rage, California’s Insurance Market Is in Crisis
Providers are offering fewer and fewer policies because of costlier climate-fueled fires, homeowners moving into riskier areas, and outdated regulation of the insurance industry.2 days ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
Western North Carolina was hailed as a ‘climate haven.’ Hurricane Helene shows it’s not so simple.
Western North Carolina, and specifically the Asheville area, had been considered a possible refuge from the impacts of climate change, but it is now suffering some of the worst devastation from ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Young people most likely to have poor mental health
One in nine people in Scotland reported having a mental health condition - more than double the figure for a decade ago.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Map: Less than 1% of residences covered by flood insurance in hard-hit North Carolina
The counties hardest hit by Hurricane Helene were also those with the lowest levels of flood insurance protection.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Battle rages over treasure at 'most valuable shipwreck in the world'
Colombia and a US firm are fighting over a shipwreck in the Caribbean Sea that could be worth $18bn.3 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Vance's high-risk pool health insurance plan: Would it help or harm sick patients?
What are high-risk pools for health insurance? JD Vance proposed high risk pools for people with pre-existing conditions during the vice presidential debate.3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Defending national champion South Carolina sells out of season tickets
South Carolina already is on the way to leading women’s college basketball in average attendance for an 11th straight season.3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Seahawks gained 38 first downs, most in NFL history in a loss
The Seahawks lost on Monday night, but their offense played an extraordinary game.4 days ago - NFL