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'We need the Masters' - Augusta's adversity after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene wreaked death and destruction. This is the story of Augusta's ongoing recovery - and how the Masters is helping it.BBC News - 17h -
Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Reducing Car Imports and Idling Factories
A few carmakers have closed factories, laid off workers or shifted production in response to the auto tariffs that took effect last week.The New York Times - 3h -
Augusta National finds place in heart of city after ravages of Hurricane Helene
Georgia is still recovering from the impact six months on and the famed Masters course will look different as a result. Hurricane Helene made landfall in the early hours of Friday 27 September, in ...The Guardian - 5h -
Bessent: Federal layoffs will help fill factory jobs created by Trump tariffs
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration is planning to boost U.S. manufacturing employment with policies meant to steer laid-off federal workers into factories. In an ...The Hill - 1d -
Severe Storm in the South and Midwest Causes Flooding and Deaths: What to Know
Heavy rains, damaging winds and dangerous floods have ravaged the South and the Midwest for days, killing at least 18 people.The New York Times - 1d -
Death toll from flooding in Congo's capital reaches 33 as officials race to support victims
The death toll from flooding that cut access to over half of the Congolese capital of Kinshasa has reached 33 as authorities race to evacuate and support hundreds of families trapped in their homesABC News - 1d -
As Masters returns, Augusta National takes on a new light thanks to loss of trees from hurricane
Augusta National Golf Club won't say how many trees were lost to Hurricane Helene last fall, but ahead of the 2025 Masters, it's obvious that it's a changed landscape -- and that's not a bad thing.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
33 killed as floods leave half of Congo’s capital under water
The death toll from flooding that cut access to over half of the Congolese capital of Kinshasa reached 33 as authorities evacuated hundreds of trapped families.NBC News - 12h -
In 15 Years, 80,000 Homes in the New York Area May Be Lost to Flooding
The metro region’s housing shortage is acute. But by 2040, dozens of neighborhoods and suburbs are likely to have lost thousands of homes to floods, a new report found.The New York Times - 1d -
Masters 2025: How Augusta — the city and the club — climbed out of their darkest days together after Hurricane Helene
Augusta will take years to return to anything approaching normalcy. But this week is a sign that the community can celebrate the event that made the town famous.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Why Augusta needs the Masters this year more than ever
Seven months after Hurricane Helene devastated Augusta, Georgia, the city and surrounding area is still putting itself back together.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
FEMA cuts more than $300 million in disaster aid to New York.
Much of the money was to go toward flood mitigation in vulnerable areas of New York City that were struck hard by Hurricane Sandy and the remnants of Hurricane Ida.The New York Times - 1d -
3/2/2025: Allies and Enemies; Death Flights
First, a report on the Ukraine war shakeup after the Oval Office clash. Then, a look at what went into finding Argentina's "death flight" plane. And, a report on babies stolen during Argentina's ...CBS News - 2d -
We watched every Premier League manager - here's what we found out
We watched every Premier League manager during this weekend's 10 fixtures - here's what we found out.BBC News - 1d -
We watched every Premier League manager - here's what we found out
We watched every Premier League manager during this weekend's 10 fixtures - here's what we found out.Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Soccer coach of missing 13-year-old found dead in Oxnard charged with murder
Mario Edgardo Garcia-Aquino, 43, has been charged with murder in connection to the death of Oscar Omar Hernandez, the 13-year-old missing boy who was found dead in Oxnard last week.CBS News - 16h -
Finding a baby snatched at birth at Argentine dictatorship-era death camp
In 1978, during Argentina's dictatorship, a pregnant woman was kept alive at a death camp only long enough to give birth. Her family spent decades searching for her stolen baby.CBS News - 2d -
‘Barcelona or death’: mothers watch and wait as Senegal’s men risk all to reach Europe
For many the perilous journey to Spain seems the only future. Can the country’s new government create enough jobs and prospects to make them stay?. . The view from the plastic chair in which Fatou ...The Guardian - 1d -
Augusta National post-Helene could present new challenges for 2025 Masters golfers
Apr. 7—AUGUSTA — Trevor Immelman was in a spot of bother during the final round of the 2008 Masters Tournament. He had played near-flawless golf during the first three rounds at Augusta National ...Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Horse with 'No More to Give' Dies After Collapsing During Grand National Race
Jockey Michael Nolan was placed on a 10-day suspension following Celebre D’Allen's deathYahoo Sports - 2h -
Rune Factory: Guardians Of Azuma Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Is Up For Preorder
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition (Switch) $100 | Paid upgrade for Switch 2 ...GameSpot - 2h -
Bengals' Paycor stadium impacted by Ohio flooding
A look at the footage of flooding new and around Paycor Stadium.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Gaza medic deaths just the latest in Israel’s long history of changing its story over civilian killings
After 15 Palestinian medics and civil defence workers were killed by Israeli forces late last month, Israel began a familiar pattern of denial. The Israel Defense Forces’ changing account of its ...The Guardian - 6h -
Multiple Hurricanes Return To Practice, Status Still Up In Air For Tuesday Night Game
The Carolina Hurricanes look to be very close to finally having their full lineup again.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Video Shows Search for Missing Gaza Paramedics Before Israelis Shoot Rescuers
The Palestine Red Crescent released a video made by a paramedic before he was killed, and called the deaths of 15 rescue workers “a full-fledged war crime.” Israel has said it is investigating.The New York Times - 1d -
Deadly flash floods impacting multiple states
Heavy rains and flash flood blasts through multiple states, forcing urgent rescues. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports from hard hit Tennessee.NBC News - 1d -
Dozens Die in Floods Hitting Congo’s Capital
While the Democratic Republic of Congo reels from a new rebel offensive in the east, its capital in the west, Kinshasa, grapples with deadly floods.The New York Times - 2h -
Millions across Midwest and South face widespread flooding
After being battered by violent storms, millions across the Midwest and South are facing widespread flooding that is tearing apart roads and forcing rescues of residents. Researchers say sweeping ...NBC News - 1d -
Aiken-area golf courses ready for Masters Week after damage from Helene
Apr. 7—Golf courses in Aiken County and the surrounding areas have a simple message: They are open and ready for play. Six months after Tropical Storm Helene caused widespread damage, the many ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ancient Hunting Kit Is Found in West Texas
The 6,500-year-old weapons, found in a cave near Marfa, could be among the oldest near-complete set of wood and stone hunting tools found in North America.The New York Times - 3d -
Plastic surgeon guilty of trying to kill colleague he wanted 'out of the way'
Graeme Perks was stabbed after being disturbed by a break-in at his home on 14 January 2021.BBC News - 1d -
At least 8 killed after heavy rains flood Congo's capital
Major flooding in the Congolese capital of Kinshasa has killed at least eight people and cut off access to over half of the city and the country’s main airportABC News - 2d -
Dow Jones ticker: Markets plunge in response to Trump tariffs
Watch a live ticker of the Dow Jones Industrial Average as U.S. stocks plunge in response to President Donald Trump's aggressive global tariffs.NBC News - 1d -
Trump’s Tariffs Imperil the Fortunes of a Nissan Factory Town
Kanda, on Japan’s southern coast, grew in tandem with an auto plant that sends half of the cars it makes to the United States.The New York Times - 1d -
Ronaldo pays tribute after death of former coach
Cristiano Ronaldo has paid tribute following the death of the coach who discovered him and several other elite Portuguese players.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Markets open calmer after days of instability in response to Trump tariffs
Global stocks bounced back slightly after plunging for days in response to President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs. NBC News' Brian Cheung reports on what could happen next as a trade war ...NBC News - 9h -
Federal probationary workers left in limbo amid legal challenges to mass firings
Probationary workers fired as part of President Trump's downsizing talked about their jobs and their ongoing employment limbo as legal fights continue.CBS News - 2d -
Supreme Court halts court order requiring rehiring of probationary workers
More than 16,000 probationary workers at six different agencies were fired in mid-February.CBS News - 6h -
Gas leak at Iranian coal mine kills 7 workers
A gas leak at a coal mine in northern Iran killed seven workers, three of whom were Afghanis, state media said TuesdayABC News - 13h -
Supreme Court clears way for Trump admin to fire some probationary workers
The Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration Tuesday by enabling officials to fire thousands of federal workers in their probationary period, saying the government employee unions that ...The Hill - 7h
