Helene Relief Disinformation
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Tech - Wired
The Disinformation Warning Coming From the Edge of Europe
Moldova is facing a tide of disinformation unprecedented in complexity and aggression, the head of a new center meant to combat it tells WIRED. And platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Telegram and ...2 days ago -
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Top stories - CBS News
Trump repeats FEMA Helene relief disinformation
Former President Donald Trump is touring areas in North Carolina where Hurricane Helene hammered entire communities. During his tour, Trump repeated claims that federal aid for survivors is being ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Trump uses North Carolina visit to reiterate hurricane relief conspiracies
Republican candidate repeats false claims that Fema spent money on ‘illegal migrants’ in Helene-ravaged area. Donald Trump on Monday used a trip to a hurricane-ravaged part of North Carolina to ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Trump backs Congress returning from recess to pass hurricane relief
Former President Trump on Monday said he would be in favor of Congress returning early from recess to pass additional aid following Hurricane Helene. “I would be in favor of it, yeah. This is a ...11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
10/20/2024: Relief, N.C.; Navalny; The Swingiest County; The Cap Arcona
First, a look at Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina. Then, Yulia Navalnaya: The 60 Minutes Interview. Next, a look inside a battleground-state swing county. And, a report on the sinking of ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA administrator on disinformation after Hurricane Helene
FEMA regional administrator Robert Samaan told 60 Minutes that "mistrust in government" makes it harder to deliver aid to victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
North Carolina communities devastated by Helene determined to stay
Helene devastated towns in western North Carolina. Three weeks later, dozens of people are missing and thousands are without power. Volunteers, donations and search and rescue teams have poured in.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
How Hurricane Helene is threatening dialysis patients
Hurricane Helene is gone, but its ripple effects continue all across the U.S., with tens of thousands of dialysis patients now at risk of losing access to lifesaving care due to a shocked supply ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Elon Musk’s riskiest bet yet: Donald Trump
The billionaire entrepreneur has gone all-in behind the Republican candidate. If he wins, the prize could be substantial influence over the administration3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Financial Times
A ‘full fat’ Budget is impossible — what are the trade-offs?
Traditional Labour measures on tax and borrowing will need to be balanced with thinner fare to keep to fiscal constraints3 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
TikTok let through disinformation in political ads despite its own ban, Global Witness finds
Just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, TikTok still approved advertisements that contained election disinformation even though it has a ban on political ads4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Relief, NC: Hurricane Helene | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday on 60: Sharyn Alfonsi surveys one of the hardest-hit areas by Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that tore through six states. Alfonsi visits communities in rural western North Carolina ...4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
New calls for Congress to return from recess for hurricane relief funding
There is a new wave of calls for Congress to come back from recess and approve a new round of hurricane relief funding with the Small Business Administration out of money for new disaster relief ...4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Damage Estimates for Helene and Milton Pass $100 Billion
Each hurricane is likely to be a $50 billion disaster, joining the ranks of the most costly U.S. storms.4 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Student debt cancelled for 1 million public servants, as other relief remains in limbo
Biden administration touts the milestone while courts are blocking other parts of the White House’s student-loan agenda4 days ago -
Politics - NBC News
The disinformation pipeline: How Russian propaganda reaches and influences the U.S.
Storm-1516, a Russian disinformation group, aims to influence the U.S. election through viral videos that rely on fake whistleblowers and fabricated photos and documents.5 days ago - Russia -
World - ABC News
Lebanese officials say Israeli airstrike on Nabatiyeh hit building during meeting coordinating relief efforts
Lebanese officials say Israeli airstrike on Nabatiyeh hit building during meeting coordinating relief efforts5 days ago - Israel -
Business - Inc.
SBA’s Disaster Relief Fund Runs Dry After Milton’s Destruction Spikes Need
After hurricanes Milton and Helene bombarded Florida and other parts of the East Coast, the SBA’s funding pool has been depleted sooner than expected.6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Small Business Administration out of disaster relief funds
The Small Business Administration, a key federal program that provides disaster loans, said it has run out of funds for new emergency loans following hurricanes Helene and Milton.6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
SBA runs out of funding for disaster relief loans after Helene, Milton
The Small Business Administration offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to businesses and people affected by disasters.6 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
92 unaccounted for as misinformation continues after Helene: Governor
Ninety-two people remain unaccounted for in hard-hit North Carolina in the wake of the "catastrophic disaster" unleashed by Hurricane Helene, Gov. Roy Cooper said.6 days ago -
Business - Inc.
For Entrepreneurs Hit by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Tax Relief Is Here
The IRS extends its October 15 deadline for storm victims and reminds taxpayers about casualty loss deductions available.6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Arrest made in reported threats against FEMA over hurricane relief efforts
An arrest has been made following reports of an armed threat against FEMA workers in North Carolina who are helping victims impacted by Hurricane Helene. It comes amid a rise in misinformation and ...6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricane misinformation hinders relief efforts: DHS head
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Mayorkas warns of hurricane misinformation Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned over the weekend that hurricane ...October 14 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation
Weather experts say the spiraling falsehoods, especially claims that the government is creating or controlling storms, have gotten out of hand.October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
Arrest made after FEMA crews threatened amid hurricane relief efforts
FEMA says its disaster assistance teams will be at fixed locations after National Guard troops reportedly encountered armed militia who said they were "hunting FEMA" in North Carolina.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
A red-lipped batfish: is there anything creepier? | Helen Sullivan
We’ve all been there. We’ve all felt like a badly made-up, odd-limbed, irritable floor-dwelling mess. As you contemplate the wonders of evolution, and how a creature can be born with something ...October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
FBI warning about scams surrounding hurricane relief
Post-disaster fraud has become a big business as the FBI says it has had over 26,000 complaints with over $312 million lost on disaster relief scams in the last five years. CBS News Confirmed ...October 14 -
World - The New York Times
Russian Disinformation Targets U.S.-Backed Anti-Malaria Campaign
Scientists fighting the spread of infectious diseases on the continent have been targeted online by pro-Russian activists, part of an effort to spread fear and mistrust of the West.October 14 - Russia -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden Visits Florida After Hurricane Milton and Calls for Bipartisan Relief Effort
The president surveyed damage in Florida and announced $612 million for projects to help the electric grid in areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.October 14 - Joe Biden -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden announces $600 million for Florida hurricane relief
President Biden traveled to Florida on Sunday, where he announced more than $600 million in aid to help recovery efforts from hurricanes Helene and Milton. Mr. Biden has asked Congress to return ...October 13 - Joe Biden -
Politics - Politico
Johnson: Congress coming back early for hurricane relief would be ‘premature’
Congress is not scheduled to be back in session until after the election.October 13 -
Top stories - CBS News
Alejandro Mayorkas says election disinformation is "extremely damaging"
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also noted on Sunday that he's "incredibly concerned" about misinformation that's spread in the aftermath of two hurricanes.October 13 -
Top stories - CBS News
Rep. Maxwell Frost says Congress should return "as soon as possible" to replenish relief funds
Rep. Maxwell Frost of Florida has signed a letter urging Congress to return from recess to replenish relief funds, telling "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that although FEMA currently has ...October 13