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Tech - ABC News
Climate change boosted Helene's deadly rain and wind and scientists say same is likely for Milton
Scientists say human-caused climate change boosted the rainfall of deadly Hurricane Helene by about 10% and intensified its winds by about 11%3 hours ago - Climate -
Top stories - BBC News
'In the ocean, at the forefront of climate change' - Buchan
After years on climate change's frontline, surfer Andrew 'Ace' Buchan has won the BBC Green Sports Awards' Evergreen Athlete lifetime achievement award.4 hours ago - Climate -
World - The New York Times
Climate Change Increased Rain and Wind Speeds of Helene
In cooler times, a similarly rare storm over the Southeast would have delivered less rain and weaker winds, a team of scientists concluded in an analysis.5 hours ago - Climate -
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World - The New York Times
As a Massacre Unfolded in Haiti, a Frantic Call: ‘Send for Help'
When a gang assaulted a town in central Haiti last week, one woman called a local community leader begging for assistance. The massacre left at least 78 civilians dead.6 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Small Business Administration Will Soon Exhaust Disaster Loan Funds
The agency has less than $100 million for new loans, according to officials, while Hurricane Milton is headed toward Florida and after Hurricane Helene devastated much of the Southeast.9 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Small Business Administration Will Soon Exhaust Disaster Loan Funds
The agency has less than $100 million for new loans, according to officials, while Hurricane Milton is headed toward Florida and after Hurricane Helene devastated much of the Southeast.9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Americans are flocking to U.S. regions most threatened by climate change
The number of Americans moving to high-risk areas from low- and moderate-risk areas has doubled after the pandemic.11 hours ago - Climate -
Business - Financial Times
Pension funds call for UK fiscal rule change to spur investment
Current definition means government is ‘actively discouraged’ from spending on infrastructure13 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Tech - VentureBeat
Jordan Weisman launches Kickstarter to fund Sea of Legends development
Veteran developer Jordan Weisman announced a Kickstarter for his newest game: Pirate-themed fantasy CRPG Sea of Legends.13 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Hurricane Milton is Crashing Towards Florida as SBA Disaster Relief Funding Runs Low. Can Congress Help While its Out of Town?
The Small Business Administration’s disaster relief program is a lifeline for business and home owners alike. It could be depleted even sooner with Hurricane Milton.16 hours ago - Florida -
World - Financial Times
Private equity’s latest source of leveraged buyout funding is US farmers
Farm credit funding parent corporation has more than $400bn of debt securities outstanding that supports its lending18 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Earth’s ‘vital signs’ show humanity’s future in balance, say climate experts
Record emissions, temperatures and population mean more scientists are looking into possibility of societal collapse, report says. Many of Earth’s “vital signs” have hit record extremes, indicating ...19 hours ago - Climate -
Top stories - BBC News
Bus rescuer used hammer to free pupils crying for help
Gary Smyth says he tried to break glass to help rescue pupils after the crash on Monday.19 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Women’s health tech ‘less likely’ to get funding if woman is on founding team
Research also shows pitches from female founders less likely to succeed if using phrases such as ‘women’s rights’. ‘Huge disadvantage’: the hurdles facing women behind femtech phenomenon ...19 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Planetary 'vital signs' reaching record extremes: 2024 State of the Climate Report
The Earth's worsening "vital signs" indicate a climate crisis that is leaping forward at a dangerous pace and unprecedented magnitude, scientists are warning in a new report. Of the 35 such signs ...19 hours ago - Climate -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden to set 10-year deadline to remove all lead pipes nationwide
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.19 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Women's health startup Maven Clinic closes funding at $1.7 billion valuation
Maven Clinic closed a $125 million funding round at a $1.7 billion valuation, the company announced Tuesday.20 hours ago -
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World - The Guardian
Saudi wealth fund buys 40% stake in Selfridges department store
Thai conglomerate Central Group to co-own high-profile retailer with Saudi Public Investment Fund. Business live – latest updates Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund has bought a stake in the ...21 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Climate-drive departures of sperm whales, jumbo squid from Gulf of California raise ecosystem concerns
The exodus of sperm whales from Mexico's Gulf of California in response to jumbo squid population declines may be indicative of broader ecosystem instability, a new study has found. As apex marine ...22 hours ago - California -
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Top stories - NBC News
Evangelicals push for climate votes as election nears: 'Care for God's creation'
Young evangelical Christians plan to campaign at religious colleges to get voters to consider climate change. It’s part of a movement to link Christian values with climate action.Yesterday - Climate -
Top stories - BBC News
'Football needs to adapt to help female coaches'
Anita Asante discusses the challenges for female coaches in football and why they need to be invested in just as much as players.Yesterday -
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Business - Financial Times
Lobbying firm Arden funded 1 in 10 Labour MPs
Ability of Jim Murphy’s consultancy to forge close ties with governing party raises questions over UK disclosure rulesYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Can gun storage initiatives help prevent suicides?
Advocates for these initiatives say they can save lives through safely storing firearms for people at risk of suicide.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Trump said hurricane funds were spent on illegal migrants - he's wrong
BBC Verify looks into claims made about the US government's response to Hurricane Helene.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden urges Congress to fund small business disaster loan program
With the Southeast still recovering from Hurricane Helene, President Biden has called on Congress to fund a small business disaster loan program. But lawmakers are on recess until after Election ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Chris Boardman urges Premier League clubs to step up work on climate crisis
Sport England chair to deliver keynote speech Clubs encouraged to stop taking short-haul fights Premier League clubs must step up and put themselves on the right side of history when it comes to ...Yesterday - Climate -
Business - Financial Times
Oil surges above $80 as conflict and storm spark supply fears
Hedge funds reverse short positions as market has surged nearly 20% from year-to-date low in the last monthYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Disaster relief hurricane loan program precariously low on funds
Biden administration and congressional sources worry that funding to help small businesses recover from hurricane damage will dry up by the end of October.Yesterday -
Politics - CBS News
Disaster relief hurricane loan program precariously low on funds
Biden administration and congressional sources worry that funding to help small businesses recover from hurricane damage will dry up by the end of October.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
US hits Hamas funding network with sanctions on attack anniversary
The Treasury Department announced Monday, the anniversary of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel, it would be sanctioning part of the Palestinian militant group’s funding network. The Treasury said its ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Milton's rapid intensification is part of a climate-fueled trend
Hurricane Milton grew from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in just over 24 hours. That rapid intensification is part of a trend fueled by climate change.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Supreme Court won’t weigh Michigan ban on state funding for private schools
The Supreme Court will not weigh whether Michigan’s ban on public dollars for private schools can stand, allowing a decades-old amendment to the state’s constitution to remain intact. Five ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
'Prison parkrun helps rehabilitation,' says governor
Governor Gary Milling rejects any suggestion that the event is a perk which prisoners do not deserve.2 days ago -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
OpenAI Nearly Doubles Valuation to $157 Billion in Funding Round
The startup behind ChatGPT raised $6.6 billion from backers including Microsoft, SoftBank and Thrive Capital.6 days ago -
Health - ABC News
In India, warming climate pressures scientists to keep developing tougher seeds
India is one of the world’s largest producers and consumers of wheat and rice, but extreme weather is taking a toll on these vital cropsOctober 1 - Climate