What FEMA Does During Disasters like Helene
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World - The Guardian
White House blasts false claims about Hurricane Helene and relief aid
Statement comes as president urges Congress to pass disaster-relief package as costs soar amid devastation. The White House moved Saturday to quash claims that government officials control the ...2 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
What FEMA Does During Disasters like Helene
There are a lot of misconceptions about FEMA’s role in disaster recovery.4 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
House GOP chairman demands FEMA accountability for Hurricane Helene after flooding claims more than 200 lives
The chairman of a House Homeland Security subcommittee is asking the Federal Emergency Management Agency to detail what it did to prepare for Hurricane Helene after it became clear there would be ...5 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
What to know about Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction a week later
Several storm-battered communities remain disconnected as officials work to restore power, deploy aid, rescue survivors and locate victims.5 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tennessee mayor on FEMA attacks post-Helene: 'Quit spreading those rumors'
A mayor in Tennessee joined other local officials Friday to denounce skepticism and rumors that have swirled around the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) response to the devastation in ...10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. stocks’ remarkable 2024 run is likely to continue during the fourth quarter, history shows
U.S. stocks have had a remarkable run during the first nine months of 2024 — and if the past is any guide, it will likely continue over the next three months.14 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Hit by Disaster? How to Get What You Deserve From Insurers or FEMA
Experts offered plenty of advice about ways to make the disaster-recovery process work. Here’s what to do and what to avoid.16 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Leadership contests are what the Tory party does best
At this stage in the cycle, the Conservatives don’t want to be normal, they want to be themselves21 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Leadership contests are what the Tory party does best
At this stage in the cycle, the Conservatives don’t want to be normal, they want to be themselves21 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Political row erupts over Hurricane Helene disaster relief
Trump slams Fema for spending money on migrants, but the agency says those funds did not come from its hurricane relief.23 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
One week later, reality of Helene's fury becomes clearer for cut-off communities
BAKERSVILLE, N.C. — In Mitchell County, a mountainous and remote North Carolina region made even more remote in the wake of Hurricane Helene, residents are trying to make sense of the unthinkable.23 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
What Does College Football Have to Do With College?
The question isn’t new. But seismic changes to college sports, embraced by Coach Deion Sanders and his University of Colorado Buffaloes, have made it more relevant than ever.Yesterday - College Football -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump’s False Claims About FEMA’s Response to Hurricane Helene
The former president falsely accused the Biden administration of spending disaster funding on migrants, neglecting areas that had voted for Republicans and ignoring a call from a Republican governor.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Buttigieg counters Musk claim of Fema blocking Starlink from hurricane relief
The billionaire’s accusations about his satellite internet company are, Fema and transportation secretary say. Pete Buttigieg, the transportation secretary, shot down criticism by Elon Musk on the ...Yesterday - Elon Musk -
Sports - CBS Sports
Terrelle Pryor sues NCAA, Big Ten, Ohio State for use of QB's likeness during run as Buckeyes star
Pryor's suit is the latest in a long string from former prolific athletesYesterday - College Football -
Top stories - The New York Times
For Congress, Disaster Funding Has Its Own Perils
Congressional leaders deferred a debate over sending federal money to respond to Hurricane Helene until after the election, delaying a potentially messy political fight.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Trump pushed false claims about FEMA disaster funds used on migrants
False claims that federal emergency disaster money was given to migrants in the U.S. illegally have spread quickly in recent days, boosted by former President Donald Trump and some of his most ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Politics - NBC News
Trump pushed false claims about FEMA disaster funds used on migrants
False claims that federal emergency disaster money was given to migrants in the U.S. illegally have spread quickly in recent days, boosted by former President Donald Trump and some of his most ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Sports - CBS Sports
The conversation: Can Grizzlies' Ja Morant get back on track and what does Zach Edey bring to the table?
A preview of the 2024-25 Memphis Grizzlies, including their best-case and worst-case scenariosYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What is Marburg virus? Outbreak of Ebola-like disease detected in yet another country
Health officials in Rwanda are dealing with the country’s first outbreak of the Marburg virus, an Ebola-like disease which, if left untreated, has a fatality rate of up to 88%.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
What to know about the false claims Trump is pushing about FEMA funds
Donald Trump held a rally in Michigan Thursday where he spread a new baseless conspiracy theory about hurricane relief funds. CBS News campaign reporter Libby Cathey has more.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
White House bashes GOP 'lies' about FEMA funds
The White House bashed Republicans on Friday for what it argues are lies about the Hurricane Helene federal response effort. The White House focused on the claim that the Federal Emergency ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA warns of Helene misinformation, launches 'rumor response' page
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is warning the public to be wary of misinformation surrounding Hurricane Helene and the federal government's response, launching a “rumor response” ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
How to financially prepare for natural disasters, unexpected events
In today's MoneyWatch, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger shares advice on preparing for natural disasters, unexpected events.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
How does credit card debt forgiveness impact your taxes?
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World - The Guardian
‘Unlucky’ Bruno Fernandes does not have disciplinary issue, insists Ten Hag
Manchester United captain sent off in two straight games Manager plays down talk of team’s disciplinary problems Erik ten Hag has denied that Manchester United have a discipline problem after ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
The Big Question: does age matter in politics?
This week, the FT asks readers whether they care about how old leaders areYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Hurricane Helene is a humanitarian crisis – and a climate disaster | Rebecca Solnit
Behind the violence of extreme weather is that of the fossil fuel industry, and Americans are suffering for it. The weather we used to have shaped the behavior of the water we used to have – how ...Yesterday - Climate -
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Top stories - The New York Times
Why Trump Is Lying About Disaster Relief
His usual trash-talking is losing its mojo.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
What dockworkers are demanding with union strike
Port strikes in the U.S. entered a third day as dockworkers continue demanding better pay and limits to automation for their new contract negotiations. International Longshoremen's Association ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
What to know about the damage from Hurricane Helene
The damage from Hurricane Helene could total more than $160 billion, and it is already the second-deadliest hurricane in a quarter-century, according to estimates. Since Helene made landfall in ...2 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
The Grammys' voting body is more diverse, with 66% new members. What does it mean for the awards?
For years, the Grammy Awards have been criticized over a lack of diversity, a a reflection of the Recording Academy’s electorate2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
South Carolina grandparents killed by fallen tree during Helene are found hugging each other
A South Carolina couple were found hugging each other after a tree fell on their bedroom and killed them.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Why does Prince William support Aston Villa?
Prince William 'lost' his voice after Aston Villa's win against Bayern Munich.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - CBS News
Couple killed by tree during Helene found hugging each other
Marcia and Jerry Savage are among the more than 180 people who died in one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The Lassana Diarra case: what is it and will it change football like Bosman?
A court verdict could lead to players walking out on contracts without their clubs being compensated. The court of justice of the European Union (CJEU) will deliver a verdict on Friday in the case ...2 days ago -
Health - ABC News
Hurricanes like Helene are deadly when they strike and keep killing for years to come
A new study says hurricanes in the United States are hundreds of times deadlier in the long run than the government calculates3 days ago