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Hurricane Helene: Over 100 dead, more than 2 million without power in aftermath
Communities across the southeast are in rescue and recovery mode after Hurricane Helene barreled through last week, leaving more than 100 people dead across six states while many more remain missing. Hundreds of roads are closed — especially in the Carolinas — making it hard to get much-needed supplies to ravaged areas and restore power. About two million… -
SpaceX capsule slated to bring home Starliner astronauts arrives at ISS
Two astronauts who have been stuck at the International Space Station since June are one step closer to returning to Earth. The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule that will ferry NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home arrived at the ISS Sunday, Sept. 29. Wilmore and Williams rode Boeing’s Starliner to the ISS in June for… -
Hamas says leader in Lebanon killed by Israeli airstrike
Hamas says its leader in Lebanon was killed in the latest rounds of Israeli airstrikes as the war in the Middle East escalates. And two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station are now one step closer to returning home. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. Hamas says leader in Lebanon killed in Israeli… -
Federal courts warned about possible security threats as election nears
With the November election less than six weeks away, a top security official is warning federal judges to be very aware that courthouses might become targets of security threats. He advised the courts to talk about possible threats with the U.S. Marshals Service. Paul Gamble, head of security for the Administrative Office of U.S Courts,… -
NTSB issues ‘urgent safety recommendation’ over Boeing 737s
Another strike against the already embattled jet maker Boeing; the National Transportation Safety Board has issued an “urgent safety recommendation” warning critical flight controls could jam in certain passenger planes. The issue was first seen on a United Airlines flight in February, but the NTSB now says it could happen on other planes. The warning applies… -
Top chief financial officers predict Harris will win the presidency
Top business leaders believe Vice President Kamala Harris will win the election and become the next president of the United States. That’s what they told CNBC in a recent survey. The survey found that 55% of chief financial officers say that Harris will win the presidential election. A bit lower, 31% believe former President Donald… -
Army exceeds 55,000 recruitment goal, reversing 2022 and 2023 shortfalls
The Army surpassed its recruiting goal of 55,000 new recruits in fiscal year 2024, while adding 11,000 individuals to the delayed entry program, which will support next year’s recruiting efforts. This marks a significant turnaround after the service missed its recruitment targets in 2022 and 2023. The success is largely attributed to the Army’s Future… -
Athletics play final game in Oakland before permanent move to Las Vegas
The Athletics played their final home game ever in Oakland on Thursday, Sept. 26, to end an era in baseball. In front of a sold-out crowd of nearly 47,000 fans at the Oakland Coliseum, the A’s ended their 57-year run in the East Bay with a victory — defeating the Texas Rangers 3-2. The game had plenty of… -
Convicted murderer put to death in country’s second nitrogen gas execution
For only the second time in the country’s history, nitrogen gas has been used to execute an inmate. The state of Alabama put to death convicted murderer Alan Eugene Miller Thursday night. It marked the second time this year the state has employed this controversial method. In January, Kenneth Smith was put to death using nitrogen gas. Miller was sentenced… -
At least 3 dead as Helene barrels through southeastern US
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida overnight as a major Category 4 storm, leaving at least 3 people dead and leading to massive power outages. And the Oakland A’s have played their final home game after 57 years. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. At least 3 dead as Helene… -
Halloween 2024: Early shopping, billions in sales, skibidi costumes
Halloween 2024 is still weeks away but that hasn’t stopped people from getting ready for it. According to a recent survey of nearly 8,000 people by the National Retail Federation, 47 % began their Halloween shopping before October, up from 32% just 10 years ago. What’s the reason for the Halloween head-start? Most (48%) say… -
Absentee voting begins in Michigan, Trump prepares for rally in key state
Starting Thursday, Sept. 26, voters in Michigan are beginning to receive and cast their ballots in this year’s presidential election. The state’s 40-day absentee voting period is underway. Back in 2018, voters statewide approved a measure to expand absentee voting to every registered voter. No specified reason had to be given as to why a… -
Battle for US Senate likely to come down to a few states
While the presidential race is dominating the headlines, the balance of power in the Senate is at stake in the upcoming election. Democrats hold a slim 51-49 edge, which includes four Independents who caucus with them. If the Republicans can pick up just one additional seat and Donald Trump wins the presidency, a 50-50 split…