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Trump health secretary choice is ‘courting catastrophe’, says rights group – as it happened
This blog is closed, thanks for following along. You can read more of our coverage below: . Reaction: RFK Jr condemned as ‘clear and present danger’ after Trump nomination Full report: Trump ...World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago -
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 -
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 - 6 days ago -
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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 - November 4 -
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 - November 4 -
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 - November 7 -
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 - 5 days ago -
When you combine AI and nuclear power, the results can be catastrophic
Big tech needs to find more energy-efficient ways to run AI data centers, and direct their major energy investments, along with the government, to clean renewable energy that doesn’t make our world ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
'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 - November 5 -
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Meta faces day in court
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Meta to face trial in FTC antitrust suit Meta must face trial in an antitrust case brought by the ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
In Wisconsin, Trump courts 'garbage' outrage while Harris courts students
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris held events in Wisconsin on Wednesday, with Trump in Green Bay and Harris in Madison.Politics - NBC News - October 31 -
The Uplift: From the court to the swimming pool
NBA player Jared Butler fulfills his lifelong goal of learning how to swim – and hopes to inspire others to chase their dreams. A patient who thought for decades about the nurse who cared for her ...Top stories - CBS News - October 19 -
Lady Donaldson to appear in court in December
The 58-year-old previously pleaded not guilty to three charges related to aiding and abetting.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Tommy Robinson jailed for 18 months after admitting contempt of court
He was jailed for republishing and distributing untrue claims about a Syrian refugee.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
Will the Supreme Court Stand Up to Trump?
The Supreme Court is largely to blame for the challenges it may face over the next four years.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago