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Crisis pregnancy center's forms give rare insight into anti-abortion practices
A free family planning center in Twin Falls, Idaho, asks its visitors for sensitive, private information, including nonmedical questions about religion and financial status, according to documents ...26 minutes ago - Abortion -
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A Tale of Two Hurricanes Finds More That Differs Than Is the Same
Helene in North Carolina and Milton in Florida were very different storms in very different places.1 hour ago -
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Biden to announce over $600M in resiliency projects following hurricanes
President Joe Biden will travel on Sunday to Florida areas ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes, and announce funding for projects that strengthen the electrical grid.1 hour ago - Joe Biden -
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Tool kit to make limb-saving devices set to transform treatment in crisis zones
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Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone
Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene downed power lines and washed out roads all over North Carolina’s mountains, the roar of gas-powered generators is both unpleasant and essential5 hours ago -
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Harris helps pack aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of Sunday campaign push
The vice president agreed with one helper who said “it takes a village.”6 hours ago -
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As Florida reels, focus turns to restoring power, assisting victims in Hurricane Milton's wake
Restoring power, clearing debris and distributing fuel are now the top priorities in Florida as the state continues to reel in the wake Hurricane Milton.6 hours ago - Florida -
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Fuel shortages hinder Hurricane Milton cleanup efforts in Florida
Hurricane Milton killed at least 23 people when it tore across central Florida, flooding barrier islands and spawning deadly tornadoes.6 hours ago - Florida -
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How to predict and prevent catastrophic landslides from hurricanes
Hurricane Helene triggered hundreds and potentially thousands of landslides, according to federal geologists. Dave Malkoff explores how mapping out the destruction can help predict future disasters.9 hours ago -
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Middle East live: More than 100 UN member states sign letter of support for UN chief after Israel declares him ‘persona non grata’
Among countries absent from support of secretary general António Guterres are US, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Images on the newswires show Palestinians fleeing areas in the ...11 hours ago - United Nations -
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How schools are tackling misinformation as false claims about hurricanes, election run wild
Schools face challenges teaching children how to identify and handle misinformation without getting political, especially in recent days as false claims swirl surrounding the recent hurricanes and ...16 hours ago -
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Are hurricanes the COVID of the 2024 election?
The 2024 election is set to be a contentious one, with Republicans and Democrats raising questions about voting access following the hurricanes, and leaders in Congress needing to step up to ensure ...16 hours ago - Covid -
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Back-to-back hurricanes rock presidential race
Hurricanes Milton and Helene have rocked the 2024 presidential race, which is less than four weeks away. Vice President Kamala Harris is returning to storm-battered North Carolina on Sunday as ...19 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton recovery efforts continue
Hurricane Milton carved a path of destruction across the center of Florida, unleashing flooding, powerful winds and even tornadoes. Now, many Floridians who evacuated the area are returning home to ...21 hours ago -
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Millions still without power after Hurricane Milton
As Florida grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, at least 17 are dead and over a million homes and businesses remain without power. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.21 hours ago -
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Hurricane Milton updates: 16 dead across Florida in storm's aftermath
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.21 hours ago - Florida -
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In This ‘Oval Office,’ Tourists Can ‘Solve or Start a World Crisis’
The White House Historical Association has opened a new museum that aims to provide insight into the difficult choices that presidents face.21 hours ago -
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Florida begins long road to recovery after double hurricane strike
The twin blow from Milton and Helene has left the state reeling – and the act of rebuilding will be lengthy and costly. More than just clouds were swirling when a tropical disturbance that would ...23 hours ago - Florida -
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Hurricane Milton squeezed Florida’s orange crops at a critical time. What comes next?
Most of Florida’s orange crops took a direct hit from Hurricane Milton, marking a major setback for growers in the state that have been dealing with the effects of what may be the worst known ...Yesterday -
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Insurance is failing hurricane survivors: ‘People thought they were covered’
Flooding is separate from typical US home insurance and many homeowners are not adequately covered. As millions of US residents begin working to file insurance claims on their homes in the ...Yesterday -
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Key disaster loan program 'quickly exhausting' funds after hurricanes
Officials are warning a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners is running critically low on funds in the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes, increasing the ...Yesterday -
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Hurricanes Helene and Milton walloped parts of the U.S. What will they do to GDP?
Hurricanes Milton and Helene put lots of people out of work temporarily and could add upward pressure to inflation, but the storms are unlikely to put a big dent in the growth of the U.S. economy.Yesterday -
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The Eric Adams Administration Is in Crisis. Who’s Running NYC?
Mayor Eric Adams is relying on a group of respected civil servants to run the city and a trio of advisers to salvage his political career. Some say it’s too late.Yesterday -
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Climatic conker champs crisis conveniently clears
Fears of storms causing a shortage of conkers for the 2024 world championships are put to rest.Yesterday -
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England’s hair salons face recruitment crisis as gen Z shuns profession
Owners say it’s almost ‘impossible’ to hire new stylists after 70% decline in people enrolling in apprenticeships. The Covid lockdowns that forced hairdressers to close for months taught us to ...Yesterday -
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Kucherov scores go-ahead goal, two empty-netters to push Lightning past Hurricanes in season opener
Nikita Kucherov had a third-period hat trick to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 in the season opener for both teamsYesterday -
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Biden says Hurricane Milton caused staggering $50bn in estimated damage
Sixteen people killed by storm but state spared ‘worst-case scenario’ as accusations fly between political candidates. Joe Biden said on Friday that experts estimate that Hurricane Milton caused ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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MLB spring training facilities spared extensive damage from Hurricane Milton
Major League Baseball spring training facilities on Florida’s west coast appear to have been mostly spared major damage during Hurricane MiltonYesterday - MLB -
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Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs amid worker strike and crisis over plane safety
Embattled US aerospace giant also announces plans to delay first delivery of 777X commercial jetliner by a year. Boeing is cutting 17,000 jobs “to align with our financial reality” as the ...Yesterday -
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Florida residents assess damage and begin recovery after Hurricane Milton
NBC News Correspondents Marissa Parra and Chase Cain are on the ground in Florida, talking to residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi ...Yesterday - Florida -
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Northern Lights During Solar Storm Entrance Viewers in New York Area
The aurora borealis, which transformed the sky with startling streaks of pink and purple, arose from a magnetic storm.Yesterday - New York -
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How You Can Help Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts By Playing Xbox Games
A pair of devastating hurricanes recently devastated parts of Florida and surrounding states, and many might be wondering what they can do to help. The American Red Cross is one of the ...Yesterday -
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Hurricane Milton was intensified by human-driven climate change, say scientists
Storm estimated to have caused about $50bn in damage, according to President Joe BidenYesterday - Climate -
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Activists risk their lives to rescue animals in areas of Lebanon hit by Israeli airstrikes
Animal rights activists are risking their lives in Lebanon to rescue cats, dogs and other animals harmed by Israeli airstrikesYesterday - Israel -
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Hurricanes refocus attention to scarcity of flood insurance in high-risk Florida
Only about one-third of homes in Florida’s flood zones are covered by insurance. Residents say the state ‘should provide every incentive’ to obtain it. Many of the million-dollar houses lining ...Yesterday - Florida -
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Why this hurricane season has been 'extraordinary'
Hurricanes Helene and Milton have bookended a particularly stormy period. What's behind it?Yesterday -
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Todd Bowles, Mike Evans say their hearts are with hurricane-ravaged Tampa Bay
Bucs players, coaches and their families are in New Orleans. They don't know if they'll return home after Sunday's game.3 days ago
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