It S Time for A Climate Moonshot in America
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Climate Change Made an Early Heat Wave in West Africa 10 Times as Likely
Temperatures in the region rose above 40 degrees Celsius in February, with humidity pushing the heat index even higher.The New York Times - Science - Climate -
An America at Risk
Biden and Trump know the details of the nation’s security threat. Does either have a plan to meet it?The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Other 'Shrinkflation' in America
Look at the military under President Biden.The Wall Street Journal - World -
America’s Affordable Housing Crisis
The housing crisis is likely to be solved in cities and states, not Washington.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Secret to Surviving Climate Apocalypse
The town of Bombay Beach, Calif., offers its residents a tight-knit community in the midst of catastrophe.The New York Times - Top stories - Climate -
Biden Demotes America to the 'Land of Possibilities'
Whereas ‘opportunity’ implies agency, he suggests we’re at the mercy of forces beyond our control.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Abortion and America's Phony 'Pregnancy Crisis'
Contrary to the CDC’s claims, maternal mortality rates haven’t changed much since 1999.The Wall Street Journal - World - Abortion -
2024 Copa America to be played in USA
Copa America is coming back to the United States and this tournament will be a beauty all the way to the final in MiamiYahoo Sports - Sports -
7 Great Places to Ski in South America
Looking to get away from the heat of summer in North America? Try these unbeatable slopes in Chile and Argentina.The Wall Street Journal - World -
America’s archivist draws a line in the sand against vandals
No society should tolerate the destructive, self-absorbed petulance of the vandals. It should not have to be said that they have no right to destroy an irreplaceable piece of art or a precious document, denying it to future generations.The Hill - Politics -
Lottery culture is overtaking America, but for most, it’s a losing bet
Large jackpots have become conversation pieces, fueling a lottery culture that permeates the nation.The Hill - Politics -
Fortune Favors Early Movers in America's Property Crunch
Investors who are willing to buy buildings when everyone else is running scared typically get the biggest rewards.The Wall Street Journal - World -
America's toxic politics are having an unholy effect on religion
Turning the faithful of whatever faith into distinct groups of rival fans is a prescription for disaster.The Hill - Politics -
Dengue is sweeping through the Americas early this year
Dengue is surging across the Americas early this year from Puerto Rico to BrazilABC News - Health -
Conservatives’ decade of clean energy and climate leadership
Look across the political landscape, from Congress to states to the energy industry, and you will find conservatives engaging heavily in the climate debate — and winning it.The Hill - Politics - Climate -
Today's worsening climate crisis needs the leaders of tomorrow
We will strengthen our leadership when we elect more climate champions and enough potential climate leaders throughout society rise to the challenge.The Hill - Politics - Climate -
How climate change is impacting seasonal allergies
Millions of Americans who suffer seasonal allergies are seeing their symptoms start earlier and last longer. Dave Malkoff takes a look at what's causing the change and how people are dealing with it.CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
Climate change could affect timekeeping, study says
Melting ice is slowing the Earth's rotation, affecting how time is calculated, a new study says.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
Stocks Finish Lower, Led by Nasdaq
U.S. stocks finished lower, with the S&P 500 creeping further from its recent record highs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S&P 500 Surges to Start the Year
The S&P 500, rising 10 percent, set the pace as investors looked forward to interest rate cuts.The New York Times - Business -
Eye on America: Small business tries four-day work week
In Louisiana, we learn how a devastating drought has greatly diminished the area’s crawfish supply. Then in Ohio, we tour a small business that’s seeing promising results from a four-day work week model. Watch these stories and more on Eye on ...CBS News - Top stories -
Spanish chef brings the tastes of Latin America to New York restaurants
Felipe Donnelly was born in Spain and spent his childhood traveling in South America and Mexico. Now, he has three restaurants in New York City, including the James Beard Award-nominated Colonia Verde.CBS News - Top stories - New York -
A taxing problem for middle-class America: Why are we penalizing people in need?
If we trust an individual’s decision to put money in, then we should trust an individual's decision to take money out.The Hill - Politics -
2 crew members die during 'incident' on Holland America cruise ship
Two crew members on a Holland America cruise ship died during an “incident” in the ship's engineering spaceABC News - Top stories -
Here's What Retirement Looks Like for Single Women in America
Four retirees open up about their finances and how they spend their time.The Wall Street Journal - World -
America’s Most Overlooked Political Divide Is Also Its Most Revealing
Polls that don’t change can be illuminating.The New York Times - Top stories -
2 Holland America crew members die during "incident" on cruise ship
Authorities were notified and the cause of the accident is being investigated, the cruise line said.CBS News - World -
Fareed Zakaria decries the "anti-Americanism" in America's politics today
The host of CNN's "GPS" is an optimist who is nonetheless concerned about what he sees in response to a changing America. His new book, "Age of Revolutions," discusses how societies both embrace change and resist it.CBS News - Top stories -
2 crew members die on Holland America ship; fire breaks out on Carnival cruise
Two crew members on a Holland America cruise ship died during an “incident” in the ship’s engineering space, the cruise line said.NBC News - Top stories -
TikTok’s threat to America is in a category by itself, it must be heavily regulated
TikTok should be heavily regulated, just like any product that is simultaneously fun and bad for you.The Hill - Politics -
U.S. Accuses Chinese Hackers of Targeting Critical Infrastructure in America
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on the hackers, who they said were working as a front for Beijing’s top spy agency.The New York Times - Top stories -
Some ancient Greek wisdom on why America shouldn’t ban TikTok
Democratic virtue is believed to be a stronger and more reliable force than authoritarian discipline; genuine consent from the people more powerful than any authoritarian coercion.The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
Bueckers goes off; Geno calls her 'best in America'
Paige Bueckers delivered 32 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals Monday to lead UConn to a 30th consecutive appearance in the Sweet 16. Afterward, coach Geno Auriemma referred to her as "the best player in America."ESPN - Sports -
2 crew members die during 'incident' on Holland America cruise ship
Two crew members on a Holland America cruise ship died during an “incident” in the ship's engineering spaceABC News - Entertainment -
America has a housing problem. New Dems have a solution.
With the New Dem Housing Action Plan, we’re at the table ready to work with any lawmaker on either side of the aisle on this issue, because everyone deserves to have a roof over their head without going broke.The Hill - Politics -
America's retirement age of 65 is "crazy," BlackRock CEO says
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said that longer life expectancies are "putting the U.S. retirement system under immense strain."CBS News - Top stories -
Six presumed victims of Baltimore bridge collapse all from Latin America
Miguel Luna and Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandova reported to be among construction workers on bridge when it collapsed. The six likely victims of the Baltimore bridge collapse on Tuesday all appeared to be construction workers from Latin American ...The Guardian - World -
America Made a Huge Bet on Sports Gambling. The Backlash Is Here.
Less than six years after a Supreme Court ruling paved the way for widespread legal sports gambling in the U.S., sports leagues face an onslaught of scandals related to betting.The Wall Street Journal - World -
In Central America and Mexico, families mourn workers lost in the Baltimore bridge collapse
The construction workers who went missing in the Baltimore bridge collapse came to the Maryland area from Mexico or Central America, including an enterprising Honduran father and husband.NBC News - Top stories -
U.S. Officials Order Better Tracking of a Political Flashpoint: America’s Diversity
New survey questions in federal forms will draw a more detailed portrait of racial and ethnic origins. Officials point to the benefits, but the changes could face a conservative backlash.The New York Times - Top stories