Winter Storms Could Disrupt Travel For People In The Midwest
A storm that has closed interstate highways and cancelled hundreds of flights in Colorado is moving east and could complicate travel for people in the Midwest.
‘Highlights’ Magazine Sticks To Winning Formula Of Mixing Fun With Learning
In the fast-paced ever-changing world of children’s entertainment, Highlights magazine, founded in 1946, slows things down with short articles and puzzles.
Michael Bloomberg Has Used His Fortune to Help Republicans, Too
A supporter of progressive priorities like gun control and climate change, Mr. Bloomberg has also given millions to Republicans he felt shared his goals, irritating some Democrats.
Mandatory In-Car Devices for All Convicted Drunk Drivers in NJ Will Test for Alcohol – NJ Spotlight
Mandatory In-Car Devices for All Convicted Drunk Drivers in NJ Will Test for Alcohol NJ Spotlight
White House Officials Worried Freezing Ukraine Aid Could Break The Law
Workers in the Office of Management and Budget raised immediate legal concerns over the summer when they were asked to halt assistance for Ukraine with no initial explanation.
Melania Trump Is Booed While Addressing Students in Baltimore
The first lady, who was speaking at an event for youth opioids awareness, rarely elicits such a visceral crowd reaction on her own.
21 dead in Albania after 6.4 magnitude earthquake
A deadly earthquake struck Albania in the dark, early hours on Tuesday morning at a 6.4 magnitude.So far, 21 people are reported dead, over 600 people were injured, and many are still missing, officials said. The quake was the strongest to hit Albania in decades, according to a U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was located in Durres, a coastal city outside Albania’s capital, Tirana. The survey also notes the economic losses are likely to fall between $100 to $1,000 million (USD).The quake was felt in neighboring countries like Italy, Bulgaria, Bosnia and others, reported The Associated Press. Authorities wanted locals to evacuate and stay off roads to make way for emergency vehicles. The New York Times noted that everything from heavy equipment to bare hands are being used to rescue civilians from the debris.The rubble that was once buildings and homes is now the site of rescue teams and volunteers, who are reportedly carrying stretchers as they search for victims. Other nations such as France, Greece, Italy, and Turkey have already offered their help Albania in the struggles that lie ahead, according to NPR.More stories from theweek.com U.N. report: Global greenhouse gas emissions must fall dramatically to avoid climate crisis Melania Trump booed throughout speech at Baltimore youth summit Trump wonders why the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage wasn’t celebrated ‘a long time ago’
Louisville basketball to honor NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Players with banner
Luke Hancock will have his name on a Most Outstanding Player banner alongside Darrell Griffith and Pervis Ellison.
The Psychological Benefits To Hearing Family Stories This Thanksgiving
NPR’s Ailsa Chang speaks with Wall Street Journal columnist Sue Shellenbarger about her column, “The Secret Benefits of Retelling Family Stories.”
In Germany, Merkel’s Party Says Huawei Decision Should Be Made By Parliament
Another twist in the saga of Chinese telecoms giant Huawei. Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel has been overruled by her own party over whether to allow Huawei to upgrade Germany’s 5G infrastructure
WHO, UNICEF Evacuate Some Staff In Congolese City Of Beni
After a surge in violence in the Congolese city of Beni, the World Health Organization and UNICEF have decided to temporarily pullout non-essential staff from the Ebola hotspot.
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