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Eye Opener: Catastrophic flooding in Spain
In Spain, catastrophic flooding has killed dozens of people and trapped thousands of others. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump attempts to capitalize on a gaffe by President Biden. All that ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Joker sequel on course for catastrophic $200m loss – reports
Folie à Deux is heading for an early debut on streaming platforms as its dismal run at the box office continues. Joker: Folie à Deux is on course for a catastrophic financial loss of up to $200m ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Catastrophic Flooding in Spain Kills at Least 95 People
More than a year’s worth of rain fell overnight in some areas, washing away bridges and flooding towns.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
'This catastrophic Budget will put up pint prices'
Hiking the amount employers pay in National Insurance, coupled with other cost rises, has sparked fury from businesses.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
New Tech Tries to Catastrophe-Proof Your Home
Tech once used to make homes more sustainable has fresh applications in making structures resistant to hurricanes, hail, blackouts, flooding, wildfires, and other disastersTech - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday -
The inflation risk for emerging markets
Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising pricesWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
There Is No Leadership Without Risk
Those in positions of leadership fear they will say the wrong thing, or say what they believe to be the right thing in the wrong way.Top stories - The New York Times - October 20 -
The Risk of Trump’s Old Age
If he were my dad, I’d want to take away the car keys — and nuclear codes.Top stories - The New York Times - October 26 -
Insurers embrace climate change investments as catastrophe costs mount
Industry adopts low-carbon goals it once shunned as natural disaster losses exceed $100bn a yearBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
Travelers’ stock soars as earnings triple despite record catastrophe losses
ravelers’ stock surges toward another record after earnings beat expectations by a wide margin, amid a sharp improvement in underlying profitability.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
Global biodiversity report shows "catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations
A shocking new report on global biodiversity is detailing what it calls "a catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations ahead of a major international conference on biodiversity.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Seven dead in Georgia as officials investigate ‘catastrophic failure’ of dock gangway
Deadly accident occurred as crowds gathered for celebration of Gullah-Geechee community in Sapelo Island. At least seven people have been killed after part of a ferry dock collapsed on Georgia’s ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
'Catastrophic failure' cited in gangway collapse that killed 7 on Georgia island
At least seven people are dead and several others critically injured after a gangway collapse at a landing dock on Georgia's Sapelo Island.Top stories - ABC News - October 21 -
Witnesses and survivors of deadly dock collapse describe 'catastrophic' experience
Demands for a federal investigation mount as witnesses and survivors of a gangway collapse at a dock in Georgia describe the “catastrophic failure” that killed seven people traveling for a festival ...Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
New U.N. emissions report warns of catastrophic global warming
A new report from the United Nations says the world is way off target when it comes to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the worst threats of climate change. CBS News national ...Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
US calls on Israel to tackle ‘catastrophic humanitarian crisis’ in Gaza
Failure to help improve the situation on the ground could be met by restrictions on US military aid. Middle East live: latest updates Israel is not addressing the “catastrophic humanitarian ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods
At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims.Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
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‘There is no alternative’: Israel’s ban on vital Unrwa services will be a catastrophe for Gaza
Israel’s anti-Unrwa legislation will sever aid to 2.3 million people, unless Benjamin Netanyahu can be convinced to veto it. Bin bags were piling up at one end of the chaotic main thoroughfare in ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
Spain's Flash Flood Victims Caught in 'Worst Natural Catastrophe'
Lack of antibiotics, baby food, basic items plague residents in parts of Valencia region after deadly disaster.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 2 -
How Nick Sirianni nearly turned a blowout win into a catastrophe
The Eagles made Sunday’s game against the Jaguars much harder than it had to be, and a handful of bizarre coaching decisions were the main reason.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago -
Spain’s political leaders turn on each other over flood catastrophe
Blame game begins over failure to alert residents as country suffered its deadliest disaster in decadesWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Spain's catastrophic floods: At least 219 dead and billions in damage
Spain’s catastrophic floods have left behind staggering devastation and despairWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
The sky isn’t falling: Trump’s foreign policy won’t be a catastrophe
While Trump’s approach is far from traditional, it’s neither reckless nor isolationist. Instead, it represents a strategy of restraint aimed at addressing core threats without entangling America in ...Politics - The Hill - 6 hours ago -
Policymakers should not exacerbate the risks of deglobalisation
A fragmented approach to rulemaking in banking around the world has the potential to be destructiveWorld - Financial Times - October 23 -
Why Kompany managing Bayern is 'not a risk'
Nedum Onuoha discusses how his former Manchester City team-mate Vincent Kompany will lead Bayern Munich in this season's Champions League.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Ozempic lowers Alzheimer’s risk: Research
The diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic could lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease among people with Type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published Thursday. Alzheimer’s disease is the ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
The risk from talking tough to Trump
Preparing fixed battle plans for a trade war with the US may not be the right approachWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
Time is running out for Kamala Harris to break with Biden on the Gaza catastrophe | Moira Donegan
Biden’s approach to Israel has been disastrous, both morally and strategically – and it could cost Harris dearly. In an appearance this week on the daytime talkshow The View, Kamala Harris was ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
'Catastrophic failure': Seven dead, six critically injured after gangway collapses in Georgia
Seven people are dead and half a dozen others were critically injured after a gangway that's part of a ferry dock collapsed on Georgia’s Sapelo Island on Saturday.Top stories - NBC News - October 20 -
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Brazil's federal police indict 20 in connection with salt mine catastrophe in country's northeast
Brazil’s federal police have indicted 20 people for rock salt mining in the northeastern coastal city of Maceio that destroyed five urban neighborhoods and forced tens of thousands of people to ...World - ABC News - November 1 -
Spain says 89 people are confirmed to be missing 1 week after catastrophic floods hit the eastern Valencia region
Spain says 89 people are confirmed to be missing 1 week after catastrophic floods hit the eastern Valencia regionWorld - ABC News - 4 days ago
