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Top stories - The New York Times
Hurricane Milton’s Storm Surge Threatens Dangerous Flooding in Florida
A combination of unrelenting rains and strong storm surge prompted officials to issue flash flood warnings in western and Central Florida.22 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
Florida rep expects 'catastrophic devastation’ to coastal communities from Hurricane Milton
Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.) predicted on Wednesday that Hurricane Milton would bring "catastrophic devastation" to coastal communities in Florida but said he hoped it wouldn't bring "catastrophic ...22 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
Harris and Trump gamble $200m on biggest prize
The Keystone State is the lynchpin of the swing-state electoral firewalls for both campaigns.22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - ESPN
Evans on hurricane: Bucs playing for 'bigger' cause
As Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida on Wednesday, Bucs players said their thoughts were back home as they prepare for Sunday's game in New Orleans.22 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
How Waffle House Became a Bellwether of Storm Severity
The Waffle House Index is an informal measure of a storm’s anticipated impact.23 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Tornadoes add to deadly threat across the region
Multiple twisters have been reported - including on a popular interstate as cars were on the roadYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
A severe solar storm is headed toward Earth this week, forecasters say
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanes.Yesterday -
Tech - ABC News
Severe solar storm could stress power grids even more as US deals with major back-to-back hurricanes
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanesYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Milton downgraded to category 3 but risk-to-life warnings remain in place – live updates
This blog is closing down – you can follow all the latest in our new blog here . Here is some footage from the town of Treasure Island in Florida, which shows already deserted streets as ...Yesterday -
Science - The New York Times
U.S. Warns of Solar Storm That Could Bring Northern Lights and Power Concerns
An explosion of particles is expected to reach Earth on Thursday, and could lead to visible Northern Lights in much of the country while also raising power grid concerns.Yesterday -
Politics - NBC News
Growing political storm over federal hurricane response
The political storm intensified over the federal government's hurricane response. Vice President Harris criticized former President Trump for pushing false claims about FEMA disaster relief money. ...Yesterday -
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Supreme Court could give Oklahoma murderer another shot at avoiding execution
The Supreme Court appears likely to give Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip another shot in court at overturning his conviction for lack of a fair trial.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Evacuating could be 'difference between life and death,' Biden says ahead of Milton
President Joe Biden urged residents in the path of Hurricane Milton to evacuate and listen to local officials. Emergency declarations have been approved and the U.S. defense secretary positioned ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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How rising oil prices could impact the election, according to experts
Oil prices have surged in recent weeks as conflict escalates in the Middle East.Yesterday -
Health - ABC News
Officials work to protect IV supplies in Florida after disruptions at North Carolina plant
Federal officials are working to move IV bags out of the path of Hurricane Milton, which is threatening another manufacturer of IV fluids even as hospitals nationwide are still reeling from ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton dips to Category 3 storm
Milton has weakened into a Category 3 hurricane as its wind speeds fluctuate off the coast of Florida. CBS News' David Yeomans, Cristian Benavides and Manuel Bojorquez have the latest. Plus, Trish ...Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
How Jurgen Klopp’s Return to Soccer Could Dent the Coach’s Reputation
A role at Red Bull carries significant risk for the former Liverpool coach, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
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Tech - Wired
The AI Nobel Prizes Could Change the Focus of Research
It has been a billboard week for artificial intelligence research. But could big wins for Demis Hassabis and Geoffrey Hinton change broader scientific incentives?Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
OpenAI says bad actors are using its platform to disrupt elections, but with little 'viral engagement'
OpenAI said in a report that it continues to see threat actors attempt to use its products, like ChatGPT, to influence election outcomes.Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
Letitia James vs. Andrew Cuomo for NYC Mayor? It Could Happen.
With Mayor Eric Adams’s future in doubt, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his adversary Letitia James, the state attorney general, could find themselves in a battle for the city’s top job.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane expert on Milton, first responders prepare for storm
Several tornadoes have touched down in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches the state's west coast. CBS News meteorologist and hurricane expert David Yeomans is tracking the storm, and Danny ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Milton insured losses could total $100B, analysts say
Hurricane Milton’s impact is expected to cause up to $100 billion in damages according to a Wednesday analysis from MorningStar, putting insured losses on par with Hurricane Katrina. The storm is ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What Netanyahu should have conveyed to the international community at the UN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the UN was criticized for its lack of strategic vision and its focus on the hostage situation in Gaza, which has resulted in the deaths of 51 ...Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Fed Minutes Could Offer a Peek at Rate Cut Debate
Insight into the central bank’s decision to cut the prime interest rate may signal its plans for future reductions.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Top stories - NBC News
Why Hurricane Milton could also cause damage Florida’s inland
NBC News’ Al Roker reports that as Hurricane Milton makes landfall it will impact both coastal and inland areas with strong wind, rain and heavy flooding. The storm has also led to tornado watches ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Will we see northern lights, power grid impacts amid 'severe' geomagnetic storm?
Earth is being hit by a strong solar radiation storm event that will be followed by a geomagnetic storm, space weather officials say.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
What to know about Hurricane Milton as Florida braces for storm
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida during the overnight hours, but the weather is already starting to worsen in the state. CBS News' Jessica Burch and Jonathan Vigliotti have ...Yesterday - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
This hurricane season, mobile voting could empower disenfranchised voters
Before the next storm hits, we need to guarantee that voters fleeing a natural disaster or other emergency have a mobile voting option.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Why Milton could become one of the most destructive hurricanes on record
When Hurricane Milton reaches Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, the immense and powerful storm could generate “life-threatening” storm surge of up to 15 feet.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
European companies could still beat earnings estimates, Barclays says
European companies are heading into the upcoming earnings season on shaky ground, but lowered earnings estimates could help them beat analysts’ forecasts in fiscal 2024.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Milton was fastest storm to grow into Category 5 hurricane in the Gulf
Hurricane Milton is the strongest storm to form since 2019's Hurricane Dorian.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Milton to double in size as ‘storm of the century’ threatens Florida
Category 5 storm expected to bring 15ft storm surge along coast affecting Tampa, St Petersburg and Sarasota. Hurricane Milton – live updates Tell us: how have you been affected by Hurricane ...Yesterday - Florida -
Sports - The New York Times
After the Jets Fired Their Head Coach, Which Teams Could Follow?
The Cleveland Browns and the Philadelphia Eagles are among the teams that may consider a change, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
Could Manchester City Actually Be Relegated? Here’s What the Odds Say.
The Premier League champions are unbeaten in seven matches this season, but face the prospect of a significant points deduction.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Record storm surge forecast in Florida
Parts of Florida are bracing for a huge storm surge. But why do such surges happen and why are they so deadly?Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - NBC News
Watchdog analyst says FEMA is on 'a razor's edge' as it wrestles with multiple storms
A GAO analyst says FEMA is stretched thin as Hurricane Milton approaches. But FEMA officials say it is fully capable of juggling concurrent disasters.Yesterday