Support Systems Strained as Thousands of Migrants Flood Sanctuary Cities
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Support Systems Strained as Thousands of Migrants Flood Sanctuary Cities
Support Systems Strained , as Thousands of Migrants , Flood Sanctuary Cities.
NBC reports that an influx of thousands of migrants in New York, Washington and Chicago have sent officials scrambling to establish a support system.
NBC reports that an influx of thousands of migrants in New York, Washington and Chicago have sent officials scrambling to establish a support system.
According to advocates and volunteers,
as more buses continue to arrive, the need
for support has become increasingly clear.
NBC reports that the rapid influx of migrants
has caused many asylum-seekers to fall
through the holes of an already stretched system.
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Ariadna Phillips, the founder of South Bronx Mutual Aid, says that the number of buses full of migrants arriving in New York has risen to as many as eight a day.
Ariadna Phillips, the founder of South Bronx Mutual Aid, says that the number of buses full of migrants arriving in New York has risen to as many as eight a day.
The scope and
the magnitude of
crises is colossal, Ariadna Phillips, Founder of South Bronx Mutual Aid, via NBC.
Last week, Texas Governor Greg Abbott
said that the state has already shipped over
11,000 migrants to sanctuary cities since August.
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Last week, Texas Governor Greg Abbott
said that the state has already shipped over
11,000 migrants to sanctuary cities since August.
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Meanwhile, Arizona has bused almost
2,000 migrants to Washington, and Florida Governor
Ron DeSantis has sent migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
Meanwhile, Arizona has bused almost
2,000 migrants to Washington, and Florida Governor
Ron DeSantis has sent migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
The need for food, clothing and medical care has strained volunteer groups and nonprofit agencies.
According to New York Mayor Eric Adams,
8,500 of the 11,000 migrants that have arrived
in the city are still living within the shelter system.
Trump Canât Obtain Appeal Bond , in New York Fraud Case.
According to a New York court filing
on March 18, Trump isn't able to secure a
$454 million bond as he appeals a civil business
fraud judgement against him, CNBC reports. .
Trump's attorneys said that getting the bond is "impossible" since it would "effectively" require "cash reserves approaching $1 billion.".
Defendantsâ ongoing diligent
efforts have proven that a bond
in the judgmentâs full amount
is âa practical impossibility.â, Donald Trump's lawyers, via CNBC.
Gary Giulietti, president of the
Northeast division of the Lockton Companies, was hired to help Trump obtain a bond.
Despite scouring the market, we have
been unsuccessful in our effort ... for the
simple reason that obtaining an appeal bond
for $464 million is a practical impossibility
under the circumstances presented, Gary Giulietti, president of the Northeast
division of the Lockton Companies, via CNBC.
Simply put, a bond of this
size is rarely, if ever, seen, Gary Giulietti, president of the Northeast
division of the Lockton Companies, via CNBC.
In the unusual circumstance that a bond of
this size is issued, it is provided to the largest
public companies in the world, not to
individuals or privately held businesses, Gary Giulietti, president of the Northeast
division of the Lockton Companies, via CNBC.
Giulietti went on to say that a private company would need about $1 billion to put up as collateral to receive a bond of that size. .
While it is my understanding that
the Trump Organization is in a strong
liquidity position, it does not have
$1 billion in cash or cash equivalents, Gary Giulietti, president of the Northeast
division of the Lockton Companies, via CNBC.
Meanwhile, Trump secured a $91.6 million bond earlier this month as part of a separate case
brought against him by writer E. Jean Carroll. .
Meanwhile, Trump secured a $91.6 million bond earlier this month as part of a separate case
brought against him by writer E. Jean Carroll.
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This Day in History: , First St. Patrick's
Day Parade.
March 17, 1762.
The first St. Patrick's Day parade is widely
regarded as having been celebrated in New York City
by Irish soldiers serving in the British army.
The day honors the patron saint of Ireland, who was born to a Christian family in Britain in the 4th century.
St. Patrick is credited with converting
almost all of Ireland to Christianity
before his death.
One of the most revered legends about
the saint is his explanation of the Holy Trinity
using a three-leafed shamrock.
Early Irish immigrants brought his
feast day with them to America.
According to the National Retail Association, Americans spent nearly $6 billion for St. Patrick's Day in 2018
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Artists and Speakers Boycott SXSW , in Protest of Military and Defense Industry Sponsorships.
As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on,
dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies
and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. .
As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on,
dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies
and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. .
The protest is meant to show solidarity
with Palestinians in Gaza.
The protest is meant to show solidarity
with Palestinians in Gaza.
A music festival should not include
war profiteers. I refuse to be
complicit in this and withdraw
my art and labor in protest, Singer-songwriter Ella Williams, via Instagram.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took to social
media to respond to the protest.
Bye. Donât come back, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X.
We are proud of the
U.S. military in Texas. If you
donât like it, donât come here, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X.
However, SXSW "does not agree" with Abbott's approach, CNN reports. .
We fully respect the decision
these artists made to exercise
their right to free speech, SXSW organizers, via statement.
The defense industry has historically
been a proving ground for many of
the systems we rely on today. , SXSW organizers, via statement.
These institutions are often leaders in emerging technologies, and we believe itâs better to understand how their approach will impact our lives. , SXSW organizers, via statement.
The Armyâs sponsorship is part of
our commitment to bring forward
ideas that shape our world, SXSW organizers, via statement.
The annual Austin, Texas,
festival lasts until March 16
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Texas and the federal government clash over border security, focusing on Shelby Park, a hotspot for illegal crossings. Governor Abbott refuses federal access, citing the state's right to defend against illegal immigration. Tensions rise as calls for President Biden's intervention grow, complicating bipartisan negotiations in Congress. #StandWithTexas trends on social media, reflecting support amid the border crisis.
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St. Patrick's Day
by the Numbers.
Everyone can be
Irish for a day on March 17.
In the U.S., St. Patrick's Day
has evolved into a reason to
celebrate your Irish heritage.
On average, 13 million pints of Guinness
are served on March 17.
Chicago has a famous tradition
of dyeing its river green.
The tradition started in 1942,
and takes 40 pounds of dye.
Boston is a great place to
celebrate with its annual parade.
It is the most Irish city in the U.S.,
with 20.4% of its citizens are of Irish ancestry.
79% of celebrators plan to wear green.
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7 , St. Patrick's Day Traditions:, Explained.
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day,
but why are these traditions so significant?.
1. St. Patrick.
Patrick was an Irish missionary who
was kidnapped as a child and
brought to Ireland. March 17 is
believed to be the day of his death.
2. The Green River
in Chicago.
The Chicago River has been
traditionally dyed green for over 50
years. The color green is derived
from the green strip in the Irish flag.
3. Parades.
The first St. Patrickâs Day parade
in the U.S. was in 1762. They allow
people to proudly celebrate their
Irish-American identity.
4. Shamrocks.
Shamrocks used to be worn by the
Irish in defiance of the ruling British
class and to represent kinship
among the native people.
5. Drinking Guinness.
This Irish stout is the drink
of choice on St. Patrick's Day,
with about 13 million pints
consumed on the holiday.
6. Leprechauns.
These little green men come from
8th century Irish folklore. They were
said to make shoes and wreck
havoc on unsuspecting humans.
7. Corned Beef
and Cabbage.
This tradition was begun by poor
Irish-Americans of the 19th century.
Corned beef and cabbage were
the affordable option
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Renowned Kuchipudi dancer Amarnath Ghosh was shot dead on Tuesday evening while on a walk in St. Louis, Missouri. The Indian government has expressed its deep concern and is actively involved in coordinating with US authorities to investigate the murder. Ghosh, who was pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in Dance at Washington University, was a talented artist and a recipient of a National Scholarship for Kuchipudi.
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California Could Get up to 10 Feet of Snow , as Blizzard Approaches.
A blizzard will reach the Sierra Nevada on the night of Feb. 29 and last until March 3, NBC News reports. .
The storm's peak could bring
1 to 2 inches of snow per hour.
Wind gusts up to 100 mph are also possible.
Donner Pass could see up to 10 feet of snow, while Blue Canyon could accumulate as much as 7 feet. .
Lake Tahoe is forecast to get 3 to 6 feet of snow, and Pollock Pines could get up to 3 feet. .
Up until now, below average snowfall
has accumulated in the Sierra,
leading to as much as an 8-foot deficit.
This storm has the potential to
set a new record, NBC News reports.
It could also create a surplus in
areas where there are deficits. .
Experts are warning about the
possibility of avalanches, "especially
in the backcountry," NBC News reports. .
Meanwhile, states to the east
are experiencing record warmth.
Cities that have experienced their
warmest February on record include
Albany, Chicago, Des Moines, Fargo.
Cities that have experienced their
warmest February on record include
Albany, Chicago, Des Moines, Fargo.
Green Bay, Little Rock, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Syracuse and Tulsa. .
Green Bay, Little Rock, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Syracuse and Tulsa. .
Green Bay, Little Rock, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Syracuse and Tulsa.
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The White House condemns violence against Indian students in the US, emphasizing President Biden's efforts to combat such incidents. Recent attacks include the death of Vivek Taneja in Washington and the brutal assault on Syed Mazahir Ali in Chicago. Concerns mount over the safety of Indian students studying in America.
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Another Boeing Flight , Experiences Mid-Flight Tire Issue.
NBC reports that the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) is investigating yet another Boeing mishap,
this time involving an American Airlines flight.
On March 13, a Boeing 777 landed after it "blew
a tire during take off" from Dallas-Fort Worth
International Airport, according to the FAA.
American Airlines, the flight's operator, said that no
tire was blown, adding that the pilot was aware that
the pressure was low in one of the aircraft's tires.
The aircraft taxied to the gate
under its own power and
customers deplaned normally, American Airlines statement, via NBC.
LAX confirmed that the flight
landed safely without incident.
The news comes after another incident
involving a Boeing aircraft just last week.
In that incident a tire flew off of a United
Airlines Boeing 777-200 shortly after
takeoff, prompting an emergency landing.
At the time, United said that the Boeing 777-200
is âdesigned to land safely with missing or
damaged tires" as it has âsix tires on each
of its two main landing gear struts.â.
NBC reports that these incidents follow a major
January 5 mishap involving a door panel blowing off
of a Boeing 737 Max 9 plane operated by Alaska Airlines. .
In response to that incident, the FAA grounded all
Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft in the U.S and ordered
increased oversight of Boeing aircraft production.
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Former Treasury Secretary , Looking to Form Investor Group , to Purchase TikTok.
NBC reports that former Treasury Secretary
Steven Mnuchin is looking to put together an
investor group to acquire ByteDance's TikTok.
NBC reports that former Treasury Secretary
Steven Mnuchin is looking to put together an
investor group to acquire ByteDance's TikTok.
The news comes as a bipartisan bill works its
way through Congress that threatens to bring an
end to the platform's existence in the United States.
The news comes as a bipartisan bill works its
way through Congress that threatens to bring an
end to the platform's existence in the United States.
On March 13, the House of Representatives passed
the bill, which would force ByteDance to divest
the platform or face a ban on the app in the U.S.
I think the legislation should
pass and I think it should be sold.
Itâs a great business and Iâm going
to put together a group to buy TikTok, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBCâs âSquawk Boxâ.
This should be owned by
U.S. businesses. Thereâs no
way that the Chinese would
ever let a U.S. company own
something like this in China, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBCâs âSquawk Boxâ.
NBC points out that the bill still requires Senate approval
before it heads to President Joe Biden, who has indicated
that he would support the bill if it passes through Congress.
NBC points out that the bill still requires Senate approval
before it heads to President Joe Biden, who has indicated
that he would support the bill if it passes through Congress.
However, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has said
that selling TikTok is not a viable option. .
According to PitchBook data, , ByteDance was valued at , $220 billion in 2023. .
Mnuchin has yet to specify the potential valuation
of a deal to acquire the social media platform
or which investors may be interested in the deal.
At the same time, the 'Wall Street Journal' reported that
former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has also
expressed interest in a deal to purchase TikTok.
At the same time, the 'Wall Street Journal' reported that
former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has also
expressed interest in a deal to purchase TikTok
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Research Suggests , Dogs Can Distinguish , Foreign Languages.
NBC reports that researchers in Hungary have found
that dogs can recognize when someone is speaking
their owner's native language or a foreign one. .
According to brain scans from 18 dogs, different areas
of the dogs' brains would light up depending on whether
the dog heard a familiar or foreign language. .
Dogs are really good in
the human environment.
We found that they know more than
I expected about human language, Laura Cuaya, a postdoctoral researcher
at the Neuroethology of Communication Lab
at Eötvös Lorånd University in Budapest, via NBC.
Certainly, this ability to be constant social
learners gives them an advantage as a species:
it gives them a better understanding
of their environment, Laura Cuaya, a postdoctoral researcher
at the Neuroethology of Communication Lab
at Eötvös Lorånd University in Budapest, via NBC.
According to NBC, Cuaya said that dogs
seem to recognize their owner's native
language without "explicit training." .
I think this reflects how much dogs are
tuned to humans. As many owners already
know, dogs are social beings interested
in what is happening in their social world, Laura Cuaya, a postdoctoral researcher
at the Neuroethology of Communication Lab
at Eötvös Lorånd University in Budapest, via NBC.
The study reportedly included six border collies, two Australian shepherds, a labradoodle, a cocker spaniel and three mixed breed dogs. .
The study reportedly included six border collies, two Australian shepherds, a labradoodle, a cocker spaniel and three mixed breed dogs. .
16 of the dogs' native language was Hungarian,
while the other two were familiar with Spanish. .
The dogs were read excerpts from Chapter 21 of 'The Little Prince' while in an MRI scanner. .
The report was published in NeuroImage.
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Ancestry Reveals , Taylor Swift's Connection , With Emily Dickinson.
NBC reports that Taylor Swift has been
found to be a distant relative of legendary
American poet Emily Dickinson. .
NBC reports that Taylor Swift has been
found to be a distant relative of legendary
American poet Emily Dickinson. .
On March 4, genealogy company
Ancestry revealed that Swift is
Dickinson's sixth cousin, three times removed.
Swift and Dickinson both
descend from a 17th century
English immigrant (Swiftâs
9th great-grandfather and
Dickinsonâs 6th great-grandfather
who was an early settler
of Windsor, Connecticut), Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Swift and Dickinson both
descend from a 17th century
English immigrant (Swiftâs
9th great-grandfather and
Dickinsonâs 6th great-grandfather
who was an early settler
of Windsor, Connecticut), Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Taylor Swiftâs ancestors remained
in Connecticut for six generations
until her part of the family
eventually settled in northwestern
Pennsylvania, where they
married into the Swift family line, Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Taylor Swiftâs ancestors remained
in Connecticut for six generations
until her part of the family
eventually settled in northwestern
Pennsylvania, where they
married into the Swift family line, Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
NBC points out that prior to this
announcement, Swift has publicly
referenced the 19th century poet. .
In 2022, Swift mentioned Dickinson while receiving
the Songwriter-Artist of the Decade Award from
the Nashville Songwriters Association International.
If my lyrics sound like a letter
written by Emily Dickinsonâs
great-grandmother while sewing
a lace curtain, thatâs me
writing in the Quill genre, Taylor Swift, via NBC.
Other connections have been drawn to Swift's ninth studio
album 'Evermore,' which was announced in 2020 on
December 10, which happens to be Dickinson's birthday.
NBC reports that this is not the first
time that Ancestry has found
connections between American icons.
In 2019, the genealogy company found that Tom Hanks was
related to late children's TV host Mister Rogers, whom
Hanks portrayed in 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.'.
In 2019, the genealogy company found that Tom Hanks was
related to late children's TV host Mister Rogers, whom
Hanks portrayed in 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.'
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FDA Approves Marketing , That Cites Yogurt's Ability , to Reduce Diabetes Risk.
NBC reports that the Food and Drug Administration
has decided that food makers can advertise
that regularly consuming yogurt could
reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
NBC reports that the Food and Drug Administration
has decided that food makers can advertise
that regularly consuming yogurt could
reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
The decision comes following a 2018 petition from
Danone North America, which owns major yogurt
brands Dannon, Activia, Wallaby Organic and Silk. .
The decision comes following a 2018 petition from
Danone North America, which owns major yogurt
brands Dannon, Activia, Wallaby Organic and Silk. .
The petition sought to have the FDA allow the
company to market yogurt's ability to reduce
the risk of Type 2 diabetes without objection.
On March 1, the FDA confirmed that
it would not oppose the marketing
campaign, while including some caveats. .
Those caveats include that the marketing must
note that evidence is limited to eating two cups,
equal to three servings, of yogurt per week. .
NBC reports that Danone's petition is
part of a standard process which the
FDA calls "qualified health claims.".
While these claims do not require the FDA's
approval, companies often petition the
agency to define the specific language
necessary to avoid making false claims.
The petition reportedly cited yogurt's nutrient
profile of proteins, vitamins and low sodium.
The petition also cited studies which have supported
the link between regularly consuming yogurt and
reduced risk of diabetes and related conditions.
The petition also noted that
the evidence supports the health
effects of yogurt as a food rather
than related to any single nutrient
or compound and thus is
independent of fat or sugar content. , FDA announcement, via NBC
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NYC Sues TikTok,
Facebook and YouTube , for Allegedly Harming Kidsâ Mental Health.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced the
lawsuit on Feb. 14, NBC News reports.
The parent companies of TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube are being sued for allegedly harming the mental health of New York's young adults and children. .
The parent companies of TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube are being sued for allegedly harming the mental health of New York's young adults and children. .
The suit claims that Meta, Snap, ByteDance and Google "designed, developed, produced, operated, promoted, distributed, and marketed their platforms to attract, capture, and addict youth, with minimal parental oversight.".
The suit claims that Meta, Snap, ByteDance and Google "designed, developed, produced, operated, promoted, distributed, and marketed their platforms to attract, capture, and addict youth, with minimal parental oversight.".
The suit claims that Meta, Snap, ByteDance and Google "designed, developed, produced, operated, promoted, distributed, and marketed their platforms to attract, capture, and addict youth, with minimal parental oversight.".
The suit claims that Meta, Snap, ByteDance and Google "designed, developed, produced, operated, promoted, distributed, and marketed their platforms to attract, capture, and addict youth, with minimal parental oversight.".
Over the past decade, we have seen just how
addictive and overwhelming the online world
can be, exposing our children to a non-stop
stream of harmful content and fueling our
national youth mental health crisis, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement.
Today, weâre taking bold action on behalf
of millions of New Yorkers to hold these
companies accountable for their role in this
crisis, and weâre building on our work to
address this public health hazard. , Mayor Eric Adams, via statement.
Spokespeople for
the defendants
deny the allegations.
We regularly partner with experts
to understand emerging best
practices, and will continue to work
to keep our community safe by
tackling industry-wide challenges, TikTok spokesperson, via statement.
Providing young people with a
safer, healthier experience online
has always been core to our work, Google spokesperson, via statement.
We want teens to have safe,
age-appropriate experiences online,
and we have over 30 tools and features
to support them and their parents. , Meta spokesperson, via statement.
While we will always have more
work to do, we feel good about the role
Snapchat plays in helping close friends feel
connected, happy and prepared as they
face the many challenges of adolescence, Snap Inc. spokesperson, via statement
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NYC to Wipe Out $2 Billion in Medical Debt , for Some Residents.
On Jan. 22, NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced that the city will eliminate over "$2 billion in medical debt for up to 500,000 residents," Associated Press reports. .
For middle- and working-class
New Yorkers, medical bills can
be financially devastating, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement.
Working-class families often have
to choose between paying their medical
bills or some of the basic essentials
that they need to go through life, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement.
RIP Medical Debt is helping
the city get rid of the debt.
The nonprofit seeks to help
low income people and those who
are experiencing financial hardship. .
There is no application process. .
Those who are selected will be notified
that their debt has been resolved.
NYC will spend $18 million over the course of three years under the program, AP reports. .
If you are able to ... save $2 billion
in debt, that $2 billion trickles down
to those households, who are not
going to fall into our safety net, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement.
Theyâre not going to fall
into our homeless system, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement
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SpaceX's Third Test of Its , Starship Succeeds Ahead, of Crewed Lunar Mission.
'The Independent' reports that SpaceX's third test of its
Starship has ended successfully, with the spacecraft
falling to Earth somewhere in the Indian ocean. .
The successful test follows two
failed tests which lasted only a few
moments before ultimately exploding.
The third test saw the Starship successfully launch,
separate from its booster, arrive in space, open its
payload door and then fly halfway around the Earth.
This means that the test successfully
accomplished all of the major tests
SpaceX had laid out prior to launch.
Starship is the largest and most
powerful rocket ever built, with
a towering height of 397 feet. .
CEO Elon Musk said prior to launch that the
company had made thousands of upgrades and
fixes to improve the chances of a successful test.
CEO Elon Musk said prior to launch that the
company had made thousands of upgrades and
fixes to improve the chances of a successful test.
The spacecraft launched from
the southern tip of Texas
near the Mexican border. .
The spacecraft launched from
the southern tip of Texas
near the Mexican border. .
The test flight outperformed previous
tests, reaching an altitude of 100
miles and nearing orbital speed.
'The Independent' reports that NASA is heavily invested in
the success of Starship, as the spacecraft plays an integral
role in the agency's plan to return astronauts to the moon.
The highly anticipated missions will
mark the first crewed missions to the
moon since last century's Apollo program.
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Aging Energy Infrastructure, Plus Climate Change, Are a Growing Risk.
NPR reports that Texas investigators say that a power pole , "that appeared to be decayed at the base", was the cause of the worst wildfire in the state's history.
Xcel Energy, the state's electric
utility, said in a statement that , "its facilities appear to have been involved
in an ignition of the Smokehouse Creek fire.".
Rob Gramlich, president of consulting firm
Grid Strategies, warns that many of the U.S.'s
power lines were built 60 to 70 years ago. .
According to Gramlich, most electric utility providers
in the U.S. lack the technology to let them know
when power lines are overheating or sagging.
Combined with increased temperatures
and drier vegetation, this aging infrastructure
could spark larger, more intense wildfires.
There are some utilities
that are really leaders and
are getting ahead of the risk, Michael Wara, director of the Climate and Energy
Policy Program at the Woods Institute for
the Environment at Stanford University, via NPR.
And then there are others
that we look at and think are
walking into a catastrophe, Michael Wara, director of the Climate and Energy
Policy Program at the Woods Institute for
the Environment at Stanford University, via NPR.
According to experts, wildfire prevention
can not only impact safety, but also the
cost of energy bills across the nation.
We cannot afford â literally,
in terms of our pocketbooks â
to have utilities be perceived
by their investors as high risk, Michael Wara, director of the Climate and Energy
Policy Program at the Woods Institute for
the Environment at Stanford University, via NPR.
There is a set of practices
that utilities can take that
do not cost an arm and a leg
that can dramatically cut
the risk of outcomes
like we saw in Texas, Michael Wara, director of the Climate and Energy
Policy Program at the Woods Institute for
the Environment at Stanford University, via NPR
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US Facing Winter Storms, , Thunderstorms and Wildfires This Week.
NBC reports that the United States is facing
a slew of weather-related risks on March 13.
A major snowstorm is forming over the Rockies and severe
thunderstorms are taking shape across the Plains, while Texas
and Oklahoma are facing an extreme risk of wildfires.
Five million people were under Winter Storm Warnings
on the morning of March 13, ahead of what could
turn out to be Denver's biggest snowstorm of the season.
Five million people were under Winter Storm Warnings
on the morning of March 13, ahead of what could
turn out to be Denver's biggest snowstorm of the season.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit
Denver through midday before plummeting
temperatures bring snow in the early evening.
Heavy snow with wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour
are expected to last through the morning of March 15 and
make travel across the I-25 corridor nearly impossible.
Meanwhile, four million people across Kansas,
Missouri and Nebraska are facing the risk of severe
storms, including large hail and isolated tornadoes.
On March 14, the storm is expected to
shift east, threatening 21 million people from
northern Illinois down to northeast Texas.
At the same time, the southern Plains
are facing an increased risk of wildfires.
The Storm Prediction Center warned
that critical-to-extreme fire danger
could result in a 'wildfire outbreak.'.
On March 13, Amarillo, Lubbock and Roswell, New Mexico
are all under Red Flag Warnings and considered at
extreme risk due to high winds and dry conditions
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Crisis in Haiti , Could Drive Another Wave of , Illegal Immigration in the US.
'Newsweek' reports that the United States
could be facing another wave of illegal
immigration driven by refugees fleeing Haiti.
On March 11, President Ariel Henry said
he would resign amid widespread gang
violence and a breakdown of law and order.
An estimated 80% of Port-au-Prince,
the Haitian capital, are under
the control of armed gangs.
An estimated 80% of Port-au-Prince,
the Haitian capital, are under
the control of armed gangs.
We are alert to that possibility.
The driving conditions in Haiti
could very well press
more people [to migrate], Rebecca Zimmerman, Department of Defense official,
via 'Newsweek'.
Thomas Gift, the head of the Centre on U.S. Politics
at University College London, warned that
a deepening immigration crisis would pose
a serious challenge for the Biden administration.
Fair or unfair, anything that
highlights the immigration
crisis is a net negative
for Biden at the moment, Thomas Gift, the head of the Centre on U.S. Politics
at University College London, via 'Newsweek'.
To the extent that the tragedy
in Haiti puts a new refugee story
in the headlines, it will only make
the immigration issue more
salient for American voters. , Thomas Gift, the head of the Centre on U.S. Politics
at University College London, via 'Newsweek'.
At the same time, Biden's
hands will no doubt be tied
by progressive groups who
will insist that the White House
not repatriate refugees back to
Haiti given the huge political
instability in the country, Thomas Gift, the head of the Centre on U.S. Politics
at University College London, via 'Newsweek'.
According to a Monmouth University survey,
84% of voters in the U.S. consider illegal
immigration a "serious" or "very serious" issue.
In 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared
a state of emergency after hundreds of
migrants from Haiti and Cuba arrived by boat.
An estimated 146,000 Haitian migrants
were encountered at the U.S. border
between October 2020 and May 2023
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Trump Confirms 6 Names , on Vice Presidential Shortlist.
Donald Trump spoke with Laura Ingraham
at a Fox News event in South Carolina
on Feb. 20, HuffPost reports. .
Ingraham asked Trump if the following names were on his shortlist for potential vice presidential running mates:.
Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott.
Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott.
Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott.
Byron Donalds, Kristi Noem and Tulsi Gabbard.
Byron Donalds, Kristi Noem and Tulsi Gabbard.
Byron Donalds, Kristi Noem and Tulsi Gabbard.
Trump confirmed, "They are.".
Honestly, all of those people are good. Theyâre all good. Theyâre all solid, Donald Trump, via statement.
Trump went on to single out Rep. Scott.
A lot of people are talking about
that gentleman right over there, Donald Trump, via statement.
"He has been much better for me than he was for himself," Trump said, referencing the senator's previous bid for the White House.
Scott dropped out of the
presidential race in November.
Other running mates have also been named as possible choices for Trump, including Elise Stefanik, .
whom the former president previously described as "a killer," according to NBC News
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In an eye-opening segment during a Fox News town hall, Donald Trump divulges potential names on his vice-presidential shortlist, sparking a flurry of speculation among his supporters and political analysts alike. Will it be Vivek Ramaswamy, Tulsi Gabbard, or Ron DeSantis? Trump shares his thoughts and praises for each contender, from DeSantis's strong presence to Tim Scott's advocacy and Ramaswamy's impressive campaign journey.
#DonalTrump #USVicePresident #USPresidentialElection #USA #VivekRamaswamy #TulsiGabbard #ByronDonalds #KristiNoem #OneindiaNews
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Judge Dismisses Disneyâs Lawsuit , Against Ron DeSantis.
Disney filed a lawsuit against DeSantis in April, .
accusing the Florida governor of using his political position as a weapon against the company when it criticized the state's "Don't Say Gay" legislation.
accusing the Florida governor of using his political position as a weapon against the company when it criticized the state's "Don't Say Gay" legislation.
The lawsuit also included the board that DeSantis appointed to handle Disney's Florida property.
The lawsuit also included the board that DeSantis appointed to handle Disney's Florida property.
But on Jan. 31, U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor tossed out the lawsuit, saying Disney had no standing or jurisdiction to sue DeSantis. .
Its alleged injury ⊠is its operating
under a board it cannot control.
That injury would exist whether or
not the governor controlled the board, U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor, via ruling.
Disney issued a statement after the ruling.
This is an important case with
serious implications for the rule
of law, and it will not end here, Disney, via statement.
If left unchallenged, this would set a
dangerous precedent and give license
to states to weaponize their official
powers to punish the expression of
political viewpoints they disagree with. , Disney, via statement.
We are determined to press
forward with our case, Disney, via statement
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Ron DeSantis Drops Out , of 2024 Presidential Race.
On Jan. 21, two days ahead of the New Hampshire primary, DeSantis ended his presidential campaign, CNBC reports. .
If there was anything I could do to
produce a favorable outcome â
more campaign stops, more
interviews â I would do it, , Ron DeSantis, via X.
... but I canât ask our supporters
to volunteer their time and donate
their resources if we donât have
a clear path to victory, Ron DeSantis, via X.
Accordingly, I am today
suspending my campaign, Ron DeSantis, via X.
DeSantis went on to endorse Donald Trump.
Trump is superior to the current
incumbent Joe Biden. That is clear, Ron DeSantis, via X.
I signed a pledge to support
the Republican nominee and
I will honor that pledge. , Ron DeSantis, via X.
He has my endorsement because
we canât go back to the old Republican
Guard of yesteryear, a repackaged form
of warmed-over corporatism that
Nikki Haley represents, Ron DeSantis, via X.
He has my endorsement because
we canât go back to the old Republican
Guard of yesteryear, a repackaged form
of warmed-over corporatism that
Nikki Haley represents, Ron DeSantis, via X.
Trump thanked DeSantis for his endorsement.
As you know, he left the campaign
trail today at 3 p.m. and in so
doing, he was very gracious and he
endorsed me, so I appreciate that, Donald Trump, via statement.
I also look forward to working
with Ron and everybody else
to defeat crooked Joe Biden, Donald Trump, via statement.
Trump also said that the
"DeSanctimonious" nickname was
"officially retired," according to HuffPost
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Former President Donald Trump has been barred from appearing on the Illinois Republican presidential primary ballot by a state judge. Cook County Circuit Judge Tracie Porter made the ruling on Wednesday, citing Trump's role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol. The judge sided with Illinois voters who argued that the former president violated the anti-insurrection clause of the US Constitution's 14th Amendment, thus disqualifying him from the state's upcoming primary and general elections.
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In a tragic incident, 18-year-old Akul Dhawan, a student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, was found dead last month. The young man reportedly froze to death on January 20th after being denied entry to a club in Urbana, Illinois. The cause of death, as determined by the Champaign County Coroner's Office, was hypothermia exacerbated by acute alcohol intoxication and prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures.
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Mystery Respiratory , Illness Among Dogs , Spreads to More US States.
'Newsweek' reports that dogs across the United States have fallen sick with a mystery illness called Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (aCIRDC).
The cause of aCIRDC, which has now been
reported in at least 19 states, remains unknown. .
Most recently, cases have been reported
in Maine, North Dakota and Texas. .
Other states to report cases include Washington state,
Vermont, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Nevada, .
New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maryland, Indiana,
Illinois, Idaho, Georgia, Florida, Colorado and California.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service said the agency , "is currently working with multiple state animal
health officials and diagnostic laboratories
regarding reports of respiratory illness in dogs
that, in rare cases, has progressed rapidly to death.".
A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service said the agency , "is currently working with multiple state animal
health officials and diagnostic laboratories
regarding reports of respiratory illness in dogs
that, in rare cases, has progressed rapidly to death.".
Spokesperson Mike Stepien told
'Newsweek' that the agency has, "not yet definitively
identified the cause of illness.".
The mystery disease was first reported in
Oregon earlier in 2023, with over 200 reports
largely focused around the Portland area.
As a result of the unknown illness, several
annual dog events were canceled over fears of
the disease spreading and health officials have
warned owners to limit dog socializing.
As a result of the unknown illness, several
annual dog events were canceled over fears of
the disease spreading and health officials have
warned owners to limit dog socializing.
Symptoms reportedly include sneezing,
watery eyes, cough, fever and lethargy, while more
extreme cases can lead to pneumonia and even death.
At this point in time, I don't think there
is reason for extreme alarm. I do think it's
a time to be cautious and to stay informed, Deborah Silverstein, Professor and veterinarian at
the University of Pennsylvania, via 'New York Times'
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Bus Carrying , Migrants From Texas , Arrives in Chicago.
On September 1, a charter bus full of undocumented migrants arrived in Chicago from the state of Texas.
CNN reports that the news comes after..
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