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Storm-triggered floods in Philippines spark frantic calls to rescue trapped people, some on roofs

Torrential rain set off by an approaching storm has swamped eastern Philippine cities and towns in widespread floods that trapped people, some on their roofs, and sparked frantic appeals for rescue ...

World - ABC News - October 23

GOP-leaning polls trigger questions about accuracy

The prevalence of Republican-leaning polls in recent weeks is raising questions about their effect on the overall polling average as the presidential race between Vice President Harris and former ...

Politics - The Hill - October 19

A strike by Greek teachers triggers a broader labor dispute

Striking Greek public school teachers have marched in protest through central Athens as tensions grow between labor organizations and the center-right government over workers’ rights

World - ABC News - October 23

Secretary of State triggers protocol vote process

Controversially unlike other Stormont votes, there is no requirement for cross-community support.

Economists warn Trump’s policies will trigger inflation

US president-elect won on claims he could rid of high prices yet many analysts think he will do the opposite

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Would Trump's tariffs trigger a global trade war? Experts weigh in.

The Republican presidential candidate has proposed tariffs as high as 20% on all imported goods.

American Airlines Cracks Down on ‘Gate Lice’ With New Boarding System

American Airlines is testing a technology platform that will produce a sound when a passenger attempts to board a flight ahead of the assigned group.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

A woman is fatally shot in her bathroom. Who pulled the trigger?

After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions ...

Investors step up bets that US election will trigger market volatility

Jitters sweep through bond and currency markets before presidential vote

World - Financial Times - November 1

Abortion rights amendment's passage triggers new legal battle in Missouri

Abortion rights advocates prevailed in ballot measures in seven states, but that doesn't resolve the issue

Health - ABC News - 2 days ago

Weather Tracker: Hurricane Rafael triggers nationwide blackout in Cuba

Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica and Nicaragua also reeling after fifth major hurricane of season causes landslides and flooding. Hurricane Rafael became the 17th named storm of the 2024 Atlantic ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum

Human and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and Russia

World - ABC News - October 14

Polish government's decision to suspend asylum law triggers concerns from civil society

World - Yahoo News - October 14

Trump Media shares fall nearly 10% after DJT plunge triggers trading halt

Trading in Trump Media shares was briefly halted due to volatility, after the Truth Social owner's stock suddenly plunged in price.

Business - CNBC - October 15

England’s Ben Duckett hits ton before Pakistan’s Sajid Khan triggers collapse

Second Test, day two: Pakistan 366, England 239-6 Duckett’s 114 was not enough against Pakistan’s attack Sajid Khan is a player who demands attention, a character whose moustache, however ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

A key change to 529 plans this year is already triggering parents to save more for college

This year, in part because of the added flexibility, more parents are utilizing 529 college savings plans.

Business - CNBC - October 25

Tyler, the Creator: Chromakopia review – early midlife crisis triggers a freaked-out psychodrama

(Columbia Records) Full of switchback turns, the rapper’s unsettled and unsettling seventh album zaps from Beach Boys harmonies to G-funk synths – and from boasts to self-loathing. News of Tyler, ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

Sporting confirm Man United plan to trigger Ruben Amorim's $10.8 million exit clause as Ten Hag replacement

Ten Hag was fired on Monday after overseeing the team's worst start to a season in 35 years

Sports - CBS Sports - October 29

Trump's tariffs could trigger 'dramatic' price spikes on clothes, furniture, warns retail group

Vice President Kamala Harris has campaigned against Donald Trump's tariff proposals, calling them a sales tax on American consumers.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Benjamin Netanyahu fires defence minister Yoav Gallant, triggering protests across Israel

Demonstrators in Tel Aviv and outside PM’s home condemn sacking of Gallant, widely seen by Israel’s allies as a brake on far-right elements of Israeli government . The Israeli prime minister, ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

America’s Flooding Problem

We explain how the country is responding in three different ways to disasters.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

AI Slop Is Flooding Medium

The blogging platform Medium is facing an influx of AI-generated content. CEO Tony Stubblebine says it “doesn’t matter” as long as nobody reads it.

Tech - Wired - October 28

Spain’s deadly floods

An inadequate response highlights the lack of preparedness against extreme weather

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Flood defences 'in worst state on record'

The floods minister says she will spend millions on repairs, as victims tell of a "national crisis".

Flood situation in France gradually easing

World - Yahoo News - October 19

Explained: The weather conditions that brought the floods

Much of the country has been badly hit by heavy rain and hailstorms, triggering rapid flooding across multiple areas.

Video clips show trail of destruction after Spanish floods

At least 158 people were killed following flash floods in southern Spain.

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 ...

Valencia floods: 'There is mud everywhere here'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller says the La Torre area of the city has been completely devastated.

Search for Spain flooding survivors continues as torrential rain hits another region

More than 200 people are dead and dozens more still missing after torrential rain earlier this week.

Halloween, floods and fire: Photos of the week

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

'My family lost everything in the floods'

World - Yahoo News - 10 hours ago

Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital

Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nation

World - ABC News - October 14

Is the National Flood Insurance Program running out of money?

The damage from Hurricanes Milton and Helene is expected to cost tens of billions of dollars. The primary option for millions of Americans facing storm damage is the National Flood Insurance ...