Why are there still so many blackouts after major storms?
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Politics - CBS News
Why fracking is a major issue for securing Pennsylvania voters
One of the tightest races this presidential election is the battle for Pennsylvania and its 19 electoral votes. In 2016, former President Donald Trump won Pennsylvania by just over 44,200 votes. In ...16 minutes ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Hurricane Helene Death Toll Climbs, But Many Remain Missing
The storm’s death toll has climbed past 210, but many people remain unaccounted for and searching for them is complicated. Their families are desperate for answers.2 hours ago -
Health - The New York Times
As America’s Marijuana Use Grows, So Do the Risks
The drug, legal in much of the country, is widely seen as nonaddictive and safe. For some users, these assumptions are dangerously wrong.3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Why are there still so many blackouts after major storms?
Millions of people were left in the dark after Hurricane Helene battered the southeastern U.S. last week; as of Friday morning, days after the storm abated, more than 700,000 were still without ...4 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why many Helene flooding victims don't have flood insurance
FEMA says only 4% of U.S. homeowners have flood insurance and many of those affected by Helene flooding are just discovering they don't have coverage for their homes. USA Today money reporter ...4 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Paolo Banchero Has Come So Far, So Fast. But There’s Still More To Do.
Heading into his third year in the N.B.A., the Orlando Magic star is developing his game and his voice: “You can’t ever be quiet.”4 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Giants' Nabers still in protocol, to miss 1st game
Giants rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers remains in the concussion protocol and has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.6 hours ago - NFL -
Tech - GameSpot
The Best Games Of 2024 (So Far)
The 2024 gaming year is nearing the finish line, and if there's a common thread linking all of this year's biggest releases, it's that several of these games have been surprise hits. While 2023 was ...9 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump is still his own worst enemy
It’s as if losing says something about Trump that he doesn’t want to hear — or, more to the point, doesn’t want to know about himself.10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Conker players forced to freeze seeds after UK storms bring early fall
About 250 people do battle at Conker World Championships in Northamptonshire on Sunday. Contestants gearing up for this year’s conker tournaments have been forced to freeze the seeds they use to ...11 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Tech - Wired
So You Can 3D Print a Steak Now—but Why on Earth Would You?
WIRED tried 3D-printed steaks that you can’t buy anywhere yet. But reducing food to a technological problem leaves a bitter taste, and delivers all the joy of licking a catering catalog.12 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Northern Lights sightings possible as solar storms gather
The largest solar flare since 2017 has been spotted erupting from the Sun’s surface.12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
North Carolina election officials grapple with storm's impact
Reporter Bob Buckley from NewsNation affiliate WGHP says the impact of Helene in North Carolina could have "massive" impact on the election.13 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Is Miller Moss taking too many hits? Lincoln Riley isn't too concerned
Miller Moss proved his toughness against Wisconsin, but the USC quarterback is being exposed to a high level of punishment from opposing Big Ten teams.14 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
European IPO Revival Still Lags Behind U.S.
Europe’s market for initial public offerings got off to a lively start in the fourth quarter, winding down a better year for new listings, though levels continue to lag the average and trail the U.S.15 hours ago - Europe -
Tech - GameSpot
Silent Hill 2 Remake - Apartment 206 Safe Code In The Blackout Room
While the Silent Hill 2 Remake sticks close to the original's story and path through the game, it's filled with puzzles that are similar to what was in the 2001 game, but not quite the same. One ...15 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Talent Tracker: Travis Hunter should be No. 1 pick in 2025 NFL Draft, why Auburn still needs portal QB
Who cares about positional value? Hunter is a once-in-a-lifetime prospect. Plus, Auburn gets good news but needs a quicker fix, a smart way coaches can get around the redshirt rule, and weekly awards.18 hours ago - NFL -
World - Financial Times
The ransomware battle is shifting — so should our response
Billions of dollars are being lost each year and critical infrastructure is coming under threat20 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Why are the British so reluctant to invest?
Millions of people have five-figure sums sitting in cash, in spite of inflation’s corrosive effects20 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Where do Brewers go after heartbreaking Wild Card Series loss? Milwaukee still set up for sustained success
The Brewers are a well-run organization coming off another successful regular season21 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Dozens of migrants still missing off Djibouti's coast after smugglers forced them out of boats
Rescuers are searching for dozens of migrants from Africa still missing after smugglers apparently forced them out of two boats in the Red Sea off the coast of Djibouti earlier this week23 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Krathon Storm Brings Flooding and Landslides to Taiwan
Two people have been killed and more than 10,000 evacuated, the authorities said. The drenching rain brought damage and widespread power outages from the storm, downgraded to a depression.Yesterday - Taiwan -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Getting Old Never Looked So Ugly
“The Substance” figures in the long line of movies about what you might call menopausal derangement syndrome — the ostensibly crazy-making tragedy of a woman living past 50.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Trump, Kemp to tour storm damage together on Friday
Former President Trump and Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) will make a rare joint appearance Friday as they tour damage from Hurricane Helene. Kemp and Trump will visit the community of Evans, Ga., to ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Why mortgage rates rose after initially falling
Mortgage rates dropped after the Fed's interest rate cut announcement in September. Although rates appear to have slightly risen since dropping to a record two-year low, experts still believe they ...Yesterday - Mortgage -
Top stories - The New York Times
Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.Yesterday - Covid -
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Business - MarketWatch
Mortgage rates are dropping, but the housing market is still stuck. Here’s why.
A crisis of unaffordability has held the housing market hostage. That situation is not likely to change anytime soon, according to Fannie Mae’s chief economist — and there’s one culprit.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Various reasons why Wednesday night was so big for the Phillies
It's rare for a wild-card series to extend to a decisive Game 3 but the Phillies' potential NLDS opponents will battle it out for one more night Thursday to determine the matchup.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Jobless claims inch higher, but still no sign of major U.S. layoffs
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week rose slightly to a minuscule 225,000, confirming that layoffs remain surprisingly low even though many companies have pulled ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
VP debate ratings show how many people watched the Walz-Vance showdown
An estimated 43.15 million viewers tuned in to the CBS News vice presidential debate.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Caribou: Honey review – this AI-aided album is dubious on so many levels
(City Slang/Merge) Evidently running out of ideas, the Canadian musician has used AI to alter his voice into rappers and singers – a dismally insular style of working that produces little of note. ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Do we still need vice presidential debates?
Very few people make their voting decisions based on the vice-presidential candidate. So why do we bother?Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...Yesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
The Whiplash of a Major Fashion World Shake-up
Celine shocked the industry by announcing that Hedi Slimane, its top designer, is leaving. Hours later, it surprised many again by naming his replacement.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Why this couple is blocked from suing Uber after serious car crash
A couple seriously injured during an Uber ride is speaking out after a court ruled they cannot sue Uber due to a clause in Uber's contract. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.2 days ago