Truth under siege: Battling misinformation amid growing disasters
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Top stories - CBS News
Small Business Administration out of disaster relief funds
The Small Business Administration, a key federal program that provides disaster loans, said it has run out of funds for new emergency loans following hurricanes Helene and Milton.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Growing concerns about cleanup and misinformation more than two weeks after Helene
Officials say misinformation is complicating cleanup and recovery efforts in western North Carolina, more than two weeks after Hurricane Helene swept through the region. Some residents complain ...6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Growing cost of elder care an increasing burden for families
The growing cost of elder care is putting an increasing burden on American families. NBC News' Christine Romans profiles one American family dealing with the financial and emotional burdens of ...6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
SBA Depletes Disaster Loan Funds After Helene and Milton, Biden Says
Federal officials urged people to keep applying for the loans, which they said they would continue to process while awaiting more funding from Congress, which is not set to reconvene until Nov. 12.6 days ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricanes, the election and misinformation
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Storm misinformation stokes election fears The flood of conspiracy theories and rumors amid the severe ...6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
SBA runs out of funding for disaster relief loans after Helene, Milton
The Small Business Administration offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to businesses and people affected by disasters.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
SBA disaster loan program is out of money, says Biden
President Biden said on Tuesday that a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners is tapped out on funds in the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes. Biden said ...6 days ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
I Cut Off His Penis: The Truth Behind the Headlines review – shocking cases
This documentary on the phenomenon of penicide paints a terrible picture – but it could have been far bolder. There is a much bolder programme struggling to get out of I Cut Off His Penis: The ...6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Starboard-Pfizer battle strains Guggenheim’s relationship with drugmaker
Boutique adviser’s work for two former executives has threatened its lucrative ties to the vaccine maker6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricane misinformation stokes fears ahead of election
The flood of conspiracy theories and rumors following the severe weather in the South is sparking concerns that political figures’ embrace of misinformation is just the beginning as the general ...6 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Disaster loan program fully ‘exhausted’ with Congress still out of town
Without congressional action, the Small Business Administration can’t make new loan offers to people trying to rebuild after disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Milton.6 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
92 unaccounted for as misinformation continues after Helene: Governor
Ninety-two people remain unaccounted for in hard-hit North Carolina in the wake of the "catastrophic disaster" unleashed by Hurricane Helene, Gov. Roy Cooper said.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
‘Land politics’ are at the root of our costliest natural disasters
Patterns of home-building in climate frontiers and the resources provided to communities following natural disasters are deeply rooted in the political power of land.6 days ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
Arm touts growing ecosystem of sustainable AI datacenter silicon
Arm said that a year from its introduction, the Arm Total Design ecosystem has doubled in size, drivingglobal silicon innovation for sustinability. Datacenters are constantly challenged to balance ...6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The Temu pig T-shirt: the truth behind a tremendously disturbing top
It is nightmarish, haunted and cursed – but makes perfect sense when you consider its retailer’s business model. After all, no one can argue it isn’t eye-catching .... Name: Temu’s “Stylish Pig ...6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Hard Truth About Montana and Jon Tester’s Senate Race
The state’s changing electorate and America’s polarized politics have turned Montana’s Senate race into the most consequential of the year.6 days ago -
World - The New York Times
In Jordan, a ‘Stunning’ Discovery Under Petra’s Ancient Stone
A recent excavation has unearthed 12 human skeletons and a chamber of grave offerings near Petra’s Treasury building, a UNESCO World Heritage site.6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Battle Over Who Controls the Internet
We explore an important shift in the yearslong struggle.6 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Entrepreneurship Is Tough. But Leading a Successful Business Ultimately Comes Down to These 3 Surprisingly Simple Truths
You don’t have to be a business expert to put yourself on the path to success. You just have to understand these three things.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tackling misinformation at school
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Schools tackle false info amid hurricanes, election Schools face challenges teaching children how to ...October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricane misinformation hinders relief efforts: DHS head
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Mayorkas warns of hurricane misinformation Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned over the weekend that hurricane ...October 14 -
Business - The New York Times
Russian Oil Flows Through Western ‘Price Cap’ as Shadow Fleet Grows
A report shows how Russia has largely evaded sanctions aimed at limiting its revenue from oil sales.October 14 - Russia -
Politics - The Hill
SBA disaster loan fund running low
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} View Online Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story SBA disaster loan fund running low Congress is facing more pressure ...October 14 -
Business - CNBC
Trump Media stock surges as election betting odds shift, Truth Social launches streaming site
The DJT surge came as some election betting markets shifted in favor of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris, and as Trump Media launched a Truth+ streaming site.October 14 - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump's DJT stock is surging, lifting Truth Social. Here's why.
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, which trades under the DJT ticker, jumped 18% on Monday. Here's why.October 14 - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
US intervention points to growing concerns over Israel’s air defences
After Hezbollah drone strike, any tit-for-tat strikes with Iran could pose a bigger problem still for Israel’s defences. Middle East crisis – live updates As Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah ...October 14 - Israel -
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World - The Wall Street Journal
Deadly Hezbollah Strike Shows Growing Threat Posed by Drones
The attack by Hezbollah highlights a weak spot in Israel’s vaunted air defense system that military officials say is hard to counter.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers grows despite western sanctions
Poorly maintained and uninsured vessels transporting up to 70% of country’s seaborne oil, says report. Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers is expanding, according to research, transporting up to ...October 14 - Russia -
Top stories - The New York Times
Climate Disasters Are Shattering the Lives of People Who Live in Mobile Homes
Millions of Americans, many poor and vulnerable, live in mobile and manufactured homes. When catastrophe strikes, they’re often on their own.October 14 - Climate -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown
Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says reportOctober 14 - Russia -
World - Financial Times
Olive oil heartlands battle over the industry’s future
Mega farms are encroaching on a market long dominated by smallholders, as prices remain near record highsOctober 14 -
Business - Inc.
Volunteers Set Up Solar Power In Hurricane Helene Disaster Zone
Areas affected by Hurricane Helene are getting a solar power boost with help from volunteers.October 13 -
Politics - The Hill
Beshear: ‘It hurts’ to see Trump, Vance lie about election, natural disasters
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) said in an interview Sunday that “it hurts” to see former President Trump and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), the Republican vice presidential nominee, lie about the results ...October 13 -
Top stories - CBS News
Frost says Congress should return "as soon as possible" to replenish disaster funds
Congress is not set to return from recess until Nov. 12, after Election Day.October 13 -