disasters
As Florence lashes U.S. coast, Trump denies Puerto Rican death toll
September 13, 2018The outer bands of wind and rain from Hurricane Florence began lashing North Carolina on Thursday as the monster storm moved in for an extended stay.
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Killer storm approaches Carolinas, environmental disaster looms
September 12, 2018Florence is closing in with terrifying winds of 125 mph and a potentially catastrophic rain and storm surge.
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Brazil’s National Museum burns, millions of artifacts reportedly destroyed
September 4, 2018Smoke rose Monday from the burned-out hulk of Brazil’s National Museum.
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Chicago water plant injuries just days before Labor Day
August 31, 2018This Labor Day weekend, let’s honor workers and their families by re-asserting the importance of preserving and enforcing health and safety.
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Puerto Rico death toll figure comes as statehood support rises
August 30, 2018A statehood bill now has 54 supporters from both parties, including the chairman of the House committee that would handle it.
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