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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 hurricanes3 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Milton downgraded to category 3 but risk-to-life warnings remain in place – live updates
Heavy rains lashing Florida ahead of Milton’s expected landfall; Biden says hurricane looks like ‘storm of the century’ . When will Hurricane Milton make landfall? Tell us: how have you been ...21 minutes ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Save Big On The Razer Edge Gaming Tablet And Other Accessories At Amazon
A bunch of Razer products are getting Prime Day Deal Days discounts at Amazon. You'll find price cuts to some of Razer's best gaming headsets, gaming mice, controllers, mobile gaming gear, and ...36 minutes ago -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA has enough money to respond to Hurricanes Helene and Milton
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is not at risk of running out of money and being unable to support survivors in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, despite misinformation that has ...1 hour ago -
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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 ...1 hour ago -
Business - The New York Times
CBS News ‘Made a Mistake’ in Rebuking Anchor, Shari Redstone Says
The news division has been in turmoil over Tony Dokoupil’s interview with the writer Ta-Nehisi Coates, which executives told staff members had fallen short of editorial standards.2 hours ago -
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 ...2 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Live Updates: Hurricane Milton approaches Florida landfall as powerful storm
Hurricane Milton is on a path to make landfall on the west coast of Florida, south of the Tampa Bay area.2 hours ago - Florida -
Health - The New York Times
Hospitals and Nursing Homes in Milton’s Path Prepare for the Storm
Hospitals and nursing homes in Florida have plenty of experience with hurricanes, but officials are aware that Milton may bring more damage than past storms.2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Puberty-blocker focus disproportionate, Cass says
The author of a landmark report into child gender services says the treatment has been oversold.3 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Israeli defense minister warns an attack on Iran would be 'lethal' and 'surprising'
Israel’s defense minister says his country’s retaliation for a recent Iranian missile attack will be “lethal” and “surprising.”3 hours ago - Israel -
World - Financial Times
The data says the US economy is strong. Swing-state voters disagree
High costs are a threat to Kamala Harris’s hopes of winning Michigan, a crucial election battleground3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Why Hurricane Milton became so intense so fast — and why more storms may do the same
Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday in the Tampa, Fla., region after undergoing a rapid intensification this week that saw it become the third-fastest storm on ...3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Special report: Multiple tornadoes seen in Florida ahead of Milton's landfall
Ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall in Florida, multiple tornadoes have been seen across the state. NBC News' Dana Griffin, Al Roker and Tom Llamas report on the latest from the storm.3 hours ago - Florida -
World - Financial Times
Post Office battling to win trust of staff after IT scandal, CEO admits
Nick Read says state-owned company ‘not getting through to everybody’ as workers continue to report problems3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
46 percent in Florida poll say they will vote for abortion rights amendment
Less than half of the likely electorate in Florida say they would vote for an amendment that would legalize abortion up to the point of fetal viability, according to a New York Times and Siena ...4 hours ago - Abortion -
Politics - The Hill
Trump edges Harris by 2 points in Pennsylvania survey
Former President Trump edged out his general election opponent, Vice President Harris, by 2 points in a new Pennsylvania survey. Trump had a 2-point advantage, 49 percent support to 47 percent, ...4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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.5 hours ago -
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 ...5 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
'Many more runs to get', says record-breaker Root
Joe Root says there are “many more runs still to get” after he overhauled Sir Alastair Cook to become England’s all-time leading Test runscorer.5 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA head: Volume of misinformation 'starting to go down'
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell said the volume of misinformation surrounding Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton is starting to drop. “We're still seeing ...5 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Jenrick and Badenoch to contest Tory leadership after Cleverly knocked out
Badenoch topped the fourth ballot of MPs on 42 votes5 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Macron says he's 'super proud' of his wife's cameo in 'Emily in Paris'
French President Emmanuel Macron says he’s “super proud” of the cameo appearance by his wife, Brigitte, in the fourth season of the Netflix show “Emily in Paris.”5 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Macron says he's 'super proud' of his wife's cameo in 'Emily in Paris'
French President Emmanuel Macron says he’s “super proud” of the cameo appearance by his wife, Brigitte, in the fourth season of the Netflix show “Emily in Paris.”5 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA leader vows "whole federal family" will respond to Hurricane Milton
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said on Wednesday that the agency has a "layered approach" to staffing.5 hours ago -
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Business - Financial Times
Argentina’s Milei says his ‘regime of freedom’ not ready to drop currency controls
‘We are not communists,’ says president in Financial Times interview6 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Patrick Riccards on debunking Hurricane Helene FEMA misinformation
Misinformation about FEMA aid for Hurricane Helene victims continues to spread, with new conspiracy theories alleging government weather manipulation and land grabs in North Carolina. Patrick ...6 hours ago -
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 2024.6 hours ago -
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.6 hours ago -
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 ...7 hours ago - Florida -
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.7 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Las Vegas says goodbye to the Tropicana with a flashy casino implosion
Sin City blew a kiss goodbye to the Tropicana in an elaborate implosion that leveled two hotel towers7 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA administrator on Hurricane Milton concerns, preps for landfall
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell talks with "CBS Mornings" about the dangers of Hurricane Milton as it nears landfall in Florida. She advises people to listen to their local officials regarding ...7 hours ago -
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?11 hours ago - 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.19 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Saints QB Derek Carr will miss multiple games with an oblique injury: Reports
Carr was injured in the fourth quarter of the Saints’ 26-13 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night.23 hours ago - NFL -