Why America needs disaster reform now
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Top stories - ABC News
Secret Service needs reform or another Butler 'will happen again': DHS
"Without reform" to the Secret Service "another Butler can and will happen again," DHS independent review finds4 days ago -
Politics - CBS News
New wave of calls for Congress to vote on disaster aid before election
Members of Congress from hurricane-ravaged states want the U.S. House and Senate to respond to the depletion of funds from the Small Business Administration disaster loan fund.4 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Why America's THAAD defense deployment to Israel is a 'gamble' in Iran conflict
Around 100 U.S. troops will soon be on active duty in Israel to help defend the country against the potent missile threat from Iran and its regional allies.4 days ago - Iran -
World - The Guardian
New York officials call for big oil to be prosecuted for fueling climate disasters
Oil majors’ conduct can constitute reckless endangerment due to fossil fuels’ effect on global heating, advocates claim. New York state prosecutors could press criminal charges against big oil ...4 days ago - New York -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Fantasy Football Trade Analyzer: Why now's the time to acquire these injured RBs
Fantasy football analyst Sal Vetri highlights players he's trading for or trading away ahead of Week 7.5 days ago - Fantasy Football -
Sports - The New York Times
Aaron Judge’s Playoff Slump Is Over. Now He Needs to Carry the Yankees.
Judge’s home run in Game 2 let the Yankees exhale, for so many reasons.5 days ago - MLB -
Top stories - The New York Times
What You Need to Know in Case of an Election Crisis
We have just a short time to understand the challenges across state legislatures, Congress, executive branches and elected judges.5 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
What does Norris need to do to beat Verstappen?
BBC Sport analyses the Formula 1 title battle including the factors that may help Lando Norris overhaul Max Verstappen.5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
SBA’s Disaster Relief Fund Runs Dry After Milton’s Destruction Spikes Need
After hurricanes Milton and Helene bombarded Florida and other parts of the East Coast, the SBA’s funding pool has been depleted sooner than expected.6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
If Kamala Harris is trying to show she can meet the needs of Black America, she has gaps to fill | Shamira Ibrahim
The Democratic nominee talked to Charlamagne tha God about turning her attention to Black men – but her vision is undercut by reality. As we enter the final 21 days of the 2024 presidential ...6 days ago -
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 - The New York Times
Harris Needs a Closing Argument. Here’s One.
Trump turned us into a nation of haters. He’ll do it again if he wins next month.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 -
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 -
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 - CBS News
Why you should open a CD with an online bank now
Interest rate cuts are looming. Here's why you should open a CD with an online bank right now.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tillis warns conservatives’ 'unwise' reforms would 'weaken' Senate GOP
North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis (R) circulated a “Dear Colleague” letter Tuesday warning that some of the reforms being pushed by Senate conservatives would only weaken the next Senate Republican ...6 days ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
The one question you need to ask ChatGPT right now
Recommended by Tom Morgan: From all of our interactions what is one thing that you can tell me about myself that I may not know about myself?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 -
Business - Financial Times
UK’s clean power 2030 target unachievable without reform, warns National Grid
Investment and ‘clarity of ambition’ required to decarbonise electricity system, says top executive6 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
American interest rates need to rise
Lessons for the US from the Brazilian canary in the coal mine6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
America and... the war in Ukraine
Could the US election result threaten support for Kyiv?6 days ago - Ukraine -
Top stories - CBS News
10/14: America Decides
Harris and Trump hold dueling events in Pennsylvania; No indication Trump was in danger at Coachella rally, federal official says6 days ago -
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 -
Sports - ESPN
Pederson on 'culture change': Jags just need wins
Doug Pederson says the Jaguars can't get used to losing games because that can become their identity this season.October 14 -
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 - The Guardian
Arena Racing CEO urges reform to save racing from gambling tax fallout
With the Treasury eyeing the gambling industry for additional tax revenue, arguments have increased on how best to bolstering British horse racing. Martin Cruddace, the chief executive of the ...October 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 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Sabres Need Important Forward To Step It Up
The Buffalo Sabres need this forward to heat up if they hope to get their season on track.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 - BBC News
'A camp riddled with chaos & confusion - England need clarity'
England's latest international camp has been riddled with confusion on the pitch and off it, as Phil McNulty looks at what comes next for Lee Carsley and the Football Association.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 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
No. 7 Alabama needs 4th-quarter rally, defensive stand to hold off South Carolina and avoid disaster
Alabama won, but some serious concerns are brewing in Tuscaloosa.October 12