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Years after Hurricane Katrina, demolition at Six Flags in New Orleans begins
Demolition crews have started dismantling the former Six Flags theme park in New Orleans, bringing down crumbling rides and buildings that have long served as an eerie reminder of Hurricane Katrina’s impact. The park, which originally opened in 2000 as Jazzland, went bankrupt after just two seasons. Six Flags then took over the lease, but… -
Record 87% of US faces drought amid shifting weather patterns
A record 87% of the contiguous United States experienced dry or drought conditions as of Oct. 31, according to the latest data from the U.S. Drought Monitor. The widespread dry spell surpassed previous records of 85% in early November 2022 and 80% in July 2012. The recent expansion of drought conditions followed an unusually dry… -
FEMA criticized over unanswered calls after hurricanes
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) faced criticism after new data revealed nearly half of calls for disaster assistance following Hurricanes Helene and Milton went unanswered. Almost half of the callers seeking aid never connected with a federal worker, and those who managed to connect waited over an hour on average to reach assistance. The… -
Multiple tornadoes rip through Oklahoma City area, thousands without power
At least 11 people suffered injuries, and dozens of homes were damaged or destroyed after multiple tornadoes struck the Oklahoma City area on Sunday, Nov. 3. Authorities continued to assess the destruction on Sunday as rescue operations remained underway. Officials issued tornado warnings early Sunday, including one for the University of Oklahoma’s Norman campus. One… -
Crowd throws mud at Spain’s king and queen after deadly flood
Recovery efforts continued in Spain following severe flash floods but public frustration erupted over what many called a slow and disorganized response. In Paiporta, Spain, outrage over the handling of the crisis boiled over during the weekend of Nov. 2, leading to tense encounters with the country’s royalty and officials. During a visit to survey… -
How one country is cracking down on drunk and distracted cyclists
Japan intensified its crackdown on risky cycling behavior by implementing stricter penalties for activities like biking under the influence and using a phone while riding. Those who violate the new rules could face up to three years in jail. Under the new nationwide regulations, cyclists caught making a call, watching a video or even holding… -
Wendy’s to close 140 underperforming, outdated locations
Wendy’s announced it would close 140 underperforming and outdated locations by the end of 2024, adding to the 100 closures it had already scheduled earlier this year. Wendy’s CEO, Kirk Tanner, said the locations struggled to meet current customer expectations and had become outdated. The company planned to focus on locations that better aligned with… -
Graduate student discovers ancient Mayan city in Mexican jungle
An ancient Mayan city buried for centuries in Mexico’s jungles was recently discovered by a Tulane University graduate student examining old land survey data. Luke Auld-Thomas, a Ph.D. student at Tulane, identified the city while analyzing publicly available, decade-old laser mapping data of the region. Using LiDAR, a technology that employs laser pulses to penetrate… -
Arizona recreational pot industry sees big changes with new home delivery
Starting Friday Nov. 1, Arizona residents 21 and older can have cannabis delivered directly to their doorstep. This is a new convenience previously available only to medical marijuana users. The Arizona Department of Health Services worked with individual dispensaries and licensed third-party services to launch this initiative. It marks a significant milestone for recreational marijuana… -
Judge orders Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ accuser to reveal identity
A federal judge ruled that a woman accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault couldn’t proceed with her lawsuit under the pseudonym “Jane Doe.” Instead, the woman must identify herself if she wishes to continue with her case. In her decision, Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil explained that Combs had the right to defend himself. That… -
Supreme Court ruling on VA voter purge spurs civil rights election concerns
A recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court raised concerns among civil rights leaders and election watchdogs. On Wednesday, Oct. 30, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority blocked a lower court order that would have reinstated approximately 1,600 individuals who were purged from Virginia’s registered voter rolls. These voters had been removed under an executive order… -
Record-breaking warmth delays first snowfall on Mount Fuji
While some parts of the United States are already feeling the fall weather, Japan is still feeling the lingering effects of the summer heat. The summit of Mount Fuji has yet to see any snowfall this year. This is the latest the summit has been without snow since snowfall records began in 1894. Typically, Mount… -
Fight over MAGA hat delays British Airways flight at Heathrow Airport
Two American women caused a scene at London’s Heathrow Airport on Monday, Oct. 28, over a red “Make America Great Again” hat. The dispute resulted in a delayed flight and police involvement. The altercation began in Heathrow’s Terminal 5 as the women prepared to board a British Airways flight to Austin, Texas. According to reports,…
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