White House Blasts False Claims about Hurricane Helene and Relief Aid
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After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina's holiday tourist season grinds to a halt
Typically, the winter months draw millions of visitors to the Blue Ridge Mountains, inviting hiking trails and live music venues. But all that is over for now.NBC News - 17h -
How false claims that the Madison school shooter was transgender spread online
It’s become common for anti-trans social media users to quickly spread false or unverified claims about the gender identities of shooting suspects.NBC News - 1d -
Oil and gas companies sued over alleged false claims of plastic recyclability
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it ...CBS News - 1d -
What a government shutdown would mean for hurricane relief
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story What a shutdown would mean for FEMA resources A federal government shutdown in the coming days could have implications for the ...The Hill - 1d -
White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing.NBC News - 1d -
White House blasts GOP funding bill ahead of vote
The White House on Thursday bashed a newly released Republican funding bill as a “billionaire giveaway” ahead of the vote on it on the House floor. “Republicans are doing the bidding of their ...The Hill - 2d -
Asheville mayor in ‘shock’ that disaster relief aid could be ‘collateral damage’ in budget fight
House Republicans reach a new deal to try to avoid a government shutdown that includes federal disaster relief money. Asheville, NC Mayor Esther Manheimer joins Meet the Press NOW to explain what a ...NBC News - 2d -
Posts claiming Nigerian leader withdrew security details from governors are false
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Republicans from hurricane-ravaged states warn against stripping disaster aid from spending bill
Senate Republicans from regions affected by hurricanes and other storms are warning negotiators against stripping disaster funding from the stopgap spending bill that is suddenly in turmoil after ...The Hill - 3d -
White House blasts Trump, GOP over spending threats
The White House on Wednesday blasted President-elect Trump and Republicans for sinking a proposed government spending deal, raising the possibility of a shutdown. “Republicans need to stop playing ...The Hill - 3d -
North Carolina's Christmas trees impacted by Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene may have hurt some of North Carolina's Christmas trees grown for Americans across the U.S. Justin Whitehill, an associate professor at North Carolina State University, joins CBS ...CBS News - 4d -
Business Owners Excited as Trump Returns to the White House
Several surveys show c-suite leaders at big and small companies anticipate an economically strong 2025 expansion under Trump, though consumers still echo Biden-era gloom.Inc. - 4d -
Ukraine claims blast that killed head of Russia's nuclear weapons unit
The head of Russia's nuclear, chemical and biological forces, Lt. General Igor Kirillov, was killed in a Moscow bomb blast claimed by Ukraine.CBS News - 4d -
Jay-Z's lawyer says accuser's rape claim is 'provably, demonstrably false'
An attorney defending Jay-Z against a rape allegation says the unnamed accuser's account is “provably, demonstrably false.”ABC News - 4d -
Some in North Carolina still waiting on disaster aid after Hurricane Helene
Following the historic flooding from Hurricane Helene, many in North Carolina were denied disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration because it had run out of money. Scott ...CBS News - 5d -
Saving Christmas in North Carolina, One Tree at a Time, After Hurricane Helene
The storm upended the Christmas tree industry in the state’s western region. Now, farmers and residents are eager for the comfort of the season’s rituals.The New York Times - 6d -
Feds propose protection for giant salamanders devastated by Hurricane Helene
A giant salamander that evolved on the supercontinent Pangaea and outlived the dinosaurs has been proposed for federal protection by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceABC News - Dec. 13 -
White House Cracks Down on Overdraft Fees
With regard to overdrafting, banks will now be able to choose from three options for recourse.Inc. - Dec. 12 -
These House Democrats bucked the White House on judges bill
More than two dozen Democrats approved a House bill that would create new judicial seats on Thursday despite President Biden's threat to veto the bill. California’s delegation had the most House ...The Hill - Dec. 12 -
Howard Lutnick: Tether’s friend in the White House
Also in today’s newsletter, ‘We’re in a very, very dangerous world right now,’ warns Republican stalwart senator Mitch McConnellFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
Tommy Bahama maker Oxford depends on Florida for sales. It just cut its outlook following hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Shares of Oxford Industries sank after hours Wednesday after the maker of Tommy Bahama and Lilly Pulitzer clothing cut its full-year forecast — citing the impact of hurricanes Milton and Helene on ...MarketWatch - Dec. 11 -
Old photos, audio falsely used to claim Kenya's leader reconciles with impeached ex-deputy
Yahoo News - Dec. 11 -
Old speech of Ethiopian army chief was altered to make false claims about recent conflict
Yahoo News - Dec. 11 -
Ex-lawyer spared jail over false Iraq War claims
He was given a two-year suspended sentence over false claims of abuse made against UK troops in Iraq.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Posts claiming the Finnish president pledged to support Biafra are false
Yahoo News - Dec. 10 -
Posts falsely claim to show image of Assad in Moscow
Yahoo News - Dec. 10 -
Image of centuries-old Italian well shared with false claim origins 'remain a mystery'
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White House outlines priorities for last 42 days
White House chief of staff Jeff Zients on Monday outlined the priorities for President Biden’s final days in office, highlighting that another student debt cancellation announcement is forthcoming ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Young forecaster's Hurricane Helene reports credited with saving lives
Ethan Clark, a 22-year-old self-taught forecaster, received one of North Carolina's highest civilian honors for his reporting during Hurricane Helene. CBS News contributor David Begnaud has the story.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Hegseth's attorney threatens to sue sex assault accuser if she repeats 'false' claims
Pete Hegseth's attorney threatened legal action against the woman who accused his client of sexual assault should he lose the nomination.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
White House discusses preemptive pardons for Trump critics
The White House is considering if President Biden should preemptively protect those who have been critical of President-elect Trump ahead of an incoming administration focused on retribution, a ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Claims of Canada 'freeze' on immigration are false
Yahoo News - Dec. 5 -
False claims about hidden Plan B "pill" in pregnancy tests resurface online
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
House Freedom Caucus comes out against ‘unpaid’ disaster aid
The hardline conservative House Freedom Caucus came out against “unpaid” disaster aid legislation in an official statement on Wednesday, urging “not one more cent to the Biden administration.” In ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Frigid temperatures hit Southeast, including recovering Hurricane Helene survivors
Low temperatures are plaguing the Southeast U.S., including in Asheville, North Carolina, where people still displaced by Hurricane Helene faced temperatures in the teens overnight. CBS News' Janet ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Miami AD, ACC commissioner blast College Football Playoff Committee for ranking Alabama ahead of Hurricanes
The Tuesday CFP rankings would have Alabama in over an ACC team with fewer losses for the second year in a rowCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
North Carolina residents struggle with Hurricane Helene recovery amid cold weather
Several North Carolina counties opened warming shelters for people without heat access or who were displaced by Hurricane Helene last September. Some are enduring the cold while living in tents as ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Post falsely claims to show rebels in Ethiopia’s Oromia region with captured Amhara fighters
Yahoo News - Dec. 3 -
The White House Goes on the Defense, and Israel and Hezbollah Trade Fire
Plus, mail trucks get a “goofy” upgrade.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
White House defends pardon of Hunter Biden amid backlash
Republicans and some Democrats have accused Joe Biden of damaging trust in the justice department.BBC News - Dec. 2
