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1 dead and 12 others trapped underground in Colorado gold mine, officials say
One person is dead and a dozen others remain trapped underground after an equipment failure in a Colorado gold mine, officials said.32 minutes ago -
Politics - NBC News
FEMA stretched thin by hurricanes, other disasters
Federal officials say FEMA can meet the immediate needs of people affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. But President Biden said the agency will need significantly more money to deal with all ...2 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Rome mayor responds after Macron says he'll fight to keep 'Emily in Paris' in France: 'Netflix does not take orders from heads of state'
"Emily in Paris" is sparking a très dramatique back-and-forth between the French president and the mayor of Rome, who are battling about the Netflix series potentially bidding adieu to the City of ...4 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Tennis Has an Officiating Problem
In less than 24 hours, three players subjected umpires to tirades at the China Open.5 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Oregon officials name gas utility in climate deception lawsuit, in nationwide first
Northwest Oregon officials have announced the inclusion of a publicly traded gas company in a massive climate suit against fossil fuel producers, marking the first instance in which a gas utility ...6 hours ago - Climate -
World - ABC News
At least 11 people killed in Israeli airstrikes that hit two different areas in central Beirut
Lebanon's health ministry says at least 11 people were killed and 48 were wounded in Israeli airstrikes that hit two different areas in central Beirut on Thursday evening6 hours ago - Israel -
Politics - The Hill
Mayorkas condemns reported harassment of FEMA officials responding to hurricanes
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Thursday condemned reports of online harassment of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and ...7 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Harris should promise to elevate FEMA head to Cabinet
FEMA's lack of resources has become a critical point of discussion, and the next president should take a hard look at this by proposing the merging of FEMA and NOAA into an independent ...7 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
Politics - The Hill
What officials are saying in aftermath of Hurricane Milton
Floridians awoke Thursday morning with the worst of Hurricane Milton largely behind them but a long road to recovery still ahead. Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday evening as a Category 3 ...7 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Watch: Officials rescue teen on floating debris from Milton floodwaters
The Hillsborough County Marine Unit rescued a 14-year-old boy who was on floating debris from Hurricane Milton floodwaters.7 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump still spreading false claims about FEMA diverting aid amid hurricanes
In the wake of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, former President Donald Trump is continuing to peddle false claims that FEMA is diverting disaster relief funds to migrants. CBS News political ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - CBS Sports
NFL reportedly reviewing Steelers' George Pickens' explicit eye black message, WR responds to backlash
Pickens is once again in the news for the wrong reasons9 hours ago - NFL -
World - ABC News
UN official says Israeli fire has wounded two peacekeepers in Lebanon
UN official says Israeli fire has wounded two peacekeepers in Lebanon13 hours ago - Israel -
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FEMA reassures residents of relief efforts as officials reach Florida
FEMA officials are on the ground in Florida trying to reassure residents impacted by both Hurricane Milton and Helene, that help is available. FEMA says it is well stocked with emergency resources ...13 hours ago - Florida -
World - ABC News
Death toll in gang attack on small Haitian town rises to 115, a local official says
The death toll in a horrific gang attack last week on a small town in central Haiti has risen to 11521 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Save On The Official Civilization Board Game And Its Expansion At Amazon
Civilization fans don't have to wait too much longer to play the next mainline entry in the 4X series, as Civ 7 is slated for launch on February 11, 2025. But you could play plenty of rounds of ...21 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Harris Campaign Officially Hits $1 Billion in Funds Raised
The Harris campaign launched in July when President Joe Biden dropped out of the race.22 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Bears' Caleb Williams responds to DJ Moore calling him 'bossy'; Chicago GM discusses rookie QB's development
Williams knows the comment came from a good placeYesterday - NFL -
Top stories - BBC News
Does the US have the money to respond to Milton?
Some Republicans claim the White House is prioritising funding for foreign countries over hurricane victims – what are the facts?Yesterday -
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Afghan accused of plotting terror attack worked as CIA guard, officials say
An Afghan man arrested on charges of planning a terrorist attack on Election Day worked as a security guard in Afghanistan for the Central Intelligence Agency, sources told NBC News.Yesterday -
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FEMA funds down ahead of Hurricane Milton as Helene response continues
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said that its disaster relief fund is down to $11 billion after it spent around $9 billion on its Hurricane Helene response. Hurricane Milton is heading toward ...Yesterday -
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Florida official on Hurricane Milton preparations, predictions
Temple Terrace Mayor Andy Ross discussed the city's preparations for Hurricane Milton as it continues to recover from Hurricane Helene. Officials say the storm will bring life-threatening ...Yesterday - Florida -
Business - CNBC
Fed officials were divided on whether to cut rates by half a point in September, minutes show
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday releases minutes from its Sept. 17-18 policy meeting.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
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NC officials say politicians are suggesting measures already passed to ensure vote
A North Carolina official said they have adopted "many of the suggestions that national political figures are now suggesting" to ensure the Nov. 5 election occurs.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA has enough money to respond to Hurricanes Helene and Milton
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is not at risk of running out of money and being unable to support survivors in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, despite misinformation that has ...Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Fed Officials Debated Whether a Big Rate Cut Was Smart in September
Freshly released minutes from the central bank’s September meeting show that policymakers were divided on how much to cut rates.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane expert on Milton, first responders prepare for storm
Several tornadoes have touched down in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches the state's west coast. CBS News meteorologist and hurricane expert David Yeomans is tracking the storm, and Danny ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Fed officials were divided over big rate cut in September
Minutes from meeting showed some dispute about how quickly to reduce borrowing costsYesterday - Federal Reserve -
Top stories - ABC News
'This is it, folks': Florida officials warn it may be too late to evacuate
Authorities are warning Florida residents in the path of Hurricane Milton that it may be too late to evacuate.Yesterday - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA head: Volume of misinformation 'starting to go down'
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell said the volume of misinformation surrounding Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton is starting to drop. “We're still seeing ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA leader vows "whole federal family" will respond to Hurricane Milton
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said on Wednesday that the agency has a "layered approach" to staffing.Yesterday -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
CVS, Cigna Seek to Disqualify FTC Officials in Insulin Case Over Alleged Bias
The healthcare company said Chair Lina Khan, Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya through public statements show they have prejudged the matter at hand.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Patrick Riccards on debunking Hurricane Helene FEMA misinformation
Misinformation about FEMA aid for Hurricane Helene victims continues to spread, with new conspiracy theories alleging government weather manipulation and land grabs in North Carolina. Patrick ...Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
USC coach Lincoln Riley curious why officials 'ignored' replay rule on critical play in loss at Minnesota
Riley explained why USC was miffed about the overturned call which gave Minnesota the leadYesterday -
World - ABC News
The death toll in a brutal gang attack on a small town in central Haiti has risen to 115, a local official says
The death toll in a brutal gang attack on a small town in central Haiti has risen to 115, a local official saysYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA administrator on Hurricane Milton concerns, preps for landfall
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell talks with "CBS Mornings" about the dangers of Hurricane Milton as it nears landfall in Florida. She advises people to listen to their local officials regarding ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Watchdog analyst says FEMA is on 'a razor's edge' as it wrestles with multiple storms
A GAO analyst says FEMA is stretched thin as Hurricane Milton approaches. But FEMA officials say it is fully capable of juggling concurrent disasters.Yesterday