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World - The Guardian
‘Vengeful’ Trump withheld disaster aid and will do so again, ex-officials warn
Former administration officials say Trump deliberately denied funds to states he deemed politically hostile. Donald Trump deliberately withheld disaster aid to states he deemed politically hostile ...23 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Tool kit to make limb-saving devices set to transform treatment in crisis zones
British scientists have developed simple ways for those in danger areas to make complex medical equipment quickly. Two shattering events played a critical role in British scientists’ efforts to ...5 hours ago -
Tech - ABC News
Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone
Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene downed power lines and washed out roads all over North Carolina’s mountains, the roar of gas-powered generators is both unpleasant and essential5 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
As Florida reels, focus turns to restoring power, assisting victims in Hurricane Milton's wake
Restoring power, clearing debris and distributing fuel are now the top priorities in Florida as the state continues to reel in the wake Hurricane Milton.6 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Geologists map hundreds of landslides triggered by Helene
Using laser scans and GPS cameras, accurate down to one inch, the U.S. Geological Survey has so far mapped more than 600 landslides caused by Hurricane Helene.8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How to predict and prevent catastrophic landslides from hurricanes
Hurricane Helene triggered hundreds and potentially thousands of landslides, according to federal geologists. Dave Malkoff explores how mapping out the destruction can help predict future disasters.8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Tensions rise in Tampa after Hurricane Milton leaves many without gas, power
Florida residents continued their Hurricane Milton cleanup efforts while over one million were still without power. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said 37 million gallons of fuel arrived at Florida ...9 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Powerful storm knocks out power to 1.4 million homes in Brazil's largest city
Around 1.4 million homes in Sao Paulo, Brazil, are without power almost 24 hours after a brief but powerful storm swept through South America’s largest city10 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Sunday shows preview: Harris, Trump enter final stretch; US recovers from Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are in the final stretch of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, and both are looking to galvanize their supporters while campaigning in ...13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden Declares Disaster From Milton Ahead of Florida Visit
The president will visit communities ravaged by Hurricane Milton on Sunday. The disaster declaration will enable funds for the state to be deployed.14 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
Inside Israel's combat zone in southern Lebanon
The BBC's Lucy Williamson travels with the Israeli military to a village destroyed during its fighting with Hezbollah.16 hours ago - Israel -
Politics - The Hill
Are hurricanes the COVID of the 2024 election?
The 2024 election is set to be a contentious one, with Republicans and Democrats raising questions about voting access following the hurricanes, and leaders in Congress needing to step up to ensure ...16 hours ago - Covid -
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Top stories - CBS News
Back-to-back hurricanes rock presidential race
Hurricanes Milton and Helene have rocked the 2024 presidential race, which is less than four weeks away. Vice President Kamala Harris is returning to storm-battered North Carolina on Sunday as ...19 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
More than 1M Floridians still without power in wake of Milton
More than 1.6 million Floridians are still without power in the wake of Hurricane Milton, according to the nationwide tracking site, PowerOutage.us. Milton, which made landfall in Florida Wednesday ...19 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
‘Not how I imagined winning would be’: Labour insiders on Starmer's uneven start
Insiders hail new workers' rights, planning laws and "stability" at the top - but Starmer has been dogged by controversy too.21 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Milton recovery efforts continue
Hurricane Milton carved a path of destruction across the center of Florida, unleashing flooding, powerful winds and even tornadoes. Now, many Floridians who evacuated the area are returning home to ...21 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Millions still without power after Hurricane Milton
As Florida grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, at least 17 are dead and over a million homes and businesses remain without power. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.21 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Hurricane Milton updates: 16 dead across Florida in storm's aftermath
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.21 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
Key disaster loan program 'quickly exhausting' funds after hurricanes
Officials are warning a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners is running critically low on funds in the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes, increasing the ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Hurricanes Helene and Milton walloped parts of the U.S. What will they do to GDP?
Hurricanes Milton and Helene put lots of people out of work temporarily and could add upward pressure to inflation, but the storms are unlikely to put a big dent in the growth of the U.S. economy.Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas
After Helene and Milton, some small Florida companies risk bankruptcy. Larger ones will be in the hot seat with lawmakers and consumer groups.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
I Will Return: play brings to life stories of Ukrainian children taken by Russia
Journalist Oksana Grytsenko’s play based on interviews with teenagers is imbued with the dark humour of a nation living with tragedy. In a small, underground theatre in central Kyiv, an audience is ...Yesterday - Ukraine -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Hernández home runs power Dodgers past Padres to NLCS
Crave drama? Chavez Ravine had it Friday night. Kiké and Teoscar Hernández HRs provided the offense, and LA shut out San Diego to set up a Mets showdown.Yesterday - MLB -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Charli XCX Brings Brat Summer to Autumn at Storm King Art Center
A performance and art installation by Charli XCX lured her fans out of the club and into nature.Yesterday -
Science - The New York Times
Northern Lights During Solar Storm Entrance Viewers in New York Area
The aurora borealis, which transformed the sky with startling streaks of pink and purple, arose from a magnetic storm.Yesterday - New York -
World - The Guardian
Sudan is the world’s gravest humanitarian disaster – but almost nobody cares | Jonathan Freedland
The war is killing tens of thousands, but not getting the attention it deserves. The reasons why are as complex as the conflict itself. Remember when we said that Black Lives Matter? We didn’t mean ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Why this hurricane season has been 'extraordinary'
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have bookended a particularly stormy period. What's behind it?Yesterday -
Science - The New York Times
Solar Storm Could Bring Northern Lights and Power Concerns in the U.S.
An explosion of particles arrived at Earth on Thursday, and could lead to visible northern lights in much of the country while also raising power grid concerns.2 days ago -