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Tech - VentureBeat
The human factor: How companies can prevent cloud disasters
Let's explore human engineering techniques that have worked at scale across the most successful tech companies in history.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
BHP accused of ‘doggedly trying to avoid’ responsibility for Brazil dam disaster
Largest group lawsuit in English legal history over 2015 dam collapse that killed 19 people opens at high court in London. The Anglo-Australian mining company BHP has been accused of “cynically and ...9 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Why America needs disaster reform now
Former FEMA Administrator Brock Long calls for reforms to the disaster management system, including increased funding, improved preparedness, and simplified disaster assistance, to address the ...10 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Truth under siege: Battling misinformation amid growing disasters
FEMA's response and recovery efforts are being undermined by misinformation and conspiracy theories, causing some disaster survivors to avoid seeking assistance and putting the safety of FEMA teams ...14 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Calls grow for investigation into Musk election giveaways
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump’s vulgar ramble and Boeing workers to vote on pay deal15 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Congress’ to-do list grows while on the campaign trail
As Congress enters a critical stretch to the November elections, a lengthy to-do list of critical funding items is piling in its absence. Congressional leaders have faced pressure from all sides to ...15 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'Nuclear waste would be disaster for our seaside'
Tourism on the Lincolnshire coast will suffer if an underground facility is built, opponents claim.20 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Britain’s wealth gap is growing, its malign effects seep into all aspects of life. It’s a national disaster | Will Hutton
Wealth distribution reeks of unfairness and poses as big a threat to the country’s wellbeing as climate change. Britain is a wealthy country, but the gap between our richest and poorest 10% is now, ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
How BHP is facing a record London lawsuit over a Brazilian dam disaster
Australian miner is fighting a multi-billion-pound claim brought by about 620,000 alleged victimsYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
'We are poisoning ourselves': Ghana gold rush sparks environmental disaster
Rivers have been polluted and forests destroyed on a shocking scale by illegal gold miners.2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
The Hidden Reason Your Business Isn’t Growing
How to regain focus and share the responsibility.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
New experiments in grape growing
Breeders have crossed and hybridised vines for centuries but they’re facing different challenges now2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Senate Republicans raise questions after funds for disaster loans exhausted
A group of GOP senators are pressing the Small Business Administration (SBA) for answers after officials said its disaster loan program exhausted its funds earlier this week in the aftermath of a ...3 days ago - Republican Party -
Business - Financial Times
China’s economy grows 4.6% in third quarter
Lowest figure in year and a half comes as Beijing steps up stimulus efforts3 days ago - China -
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 -
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 -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Ukraine Says North Korean Role in Russia's War Is Growing
Pyongyang was supplying military personnel to Russia’s army and workers for its factories, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.5 days ago - Ukraine -
World - Financial Times
The growing problems with buying leasehold
Stringent new regulations on adapting tall buildings are among the new challenges facing those buying a flat5 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 - NBC News
Growing cost of elder care an increasing burden for families
The growing cost of elder care is putting an increasing burden on American families. NBC News' Christine Romans profiles one American family dealing with the financial and emotional burdens of ...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 -
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 -
Tech - VentureBeat
Arm touts growing ecosystem of sustainable AI datacenter silicon
Arm said that a year from its introduction, the Arm Total Design ecosystem has doubled in size, drivingglobal silicon innovation for sustinability. Datacenters are constantly challenged to balance ...6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Russian Oil Flows Through Western ‘Price Cap’ as Shadow Fleet Grows
A report shows how Russia has largely evaded sanctions aimed at limiting its revenue from oil sales.October 14 - Russia -
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 -
World - The Guardian
US intervention points to growing concerns over Israel’s air defences
After Hezbollah drone strike, any tit-for-tat strikes with Iran could pose a bigger problem still for Israel’s defences. Middle East crisis – live updates As Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah ...October 14 - Israel -
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World - The Wall Street Journal
Deadly Hezbollah Strike Shows Growing Threat Posed by Drones
The attack by Hezbollah highlights a weak spot in Israel’s vaunted air defense system that military officials say is hard to counter.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers grows despite western sanctions
Poorly maintained and uninsured vessels transporting up to 70% of country’s seaborne oil, says report. Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers is expanding, according to research, transporting up to ...October 14 - Russia -
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 - Financial Times
Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown
Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says reportOctober 14 - Russia -
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 -
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 - 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 -