Florida residents are gearing up for a rough few days as two storms, Helene and Isaac, approach. Tonight, Helene is expected to hit the northwest coast of Florida. Initially a tropical storm, Helene has been bumped up to a Category 2 hurricane with winds zooming past 100 mph. The governors of severa
A big storm is heading towards Florida, and it's not just the wind and rain people are worried about. The Jacksonville Port Authority has already taken steps to secure the port by stopping all ship movements. This means no ships can enter or leave during the storm. But that's not all. There mig
Fresh storms are being whipped up over the churning waves of the Atlantic—which could heap more misery on millions of Americans still reeling from Hurricane Helene. Meteorologists have warned that they are keeping a close eye on two weather systems "in the eastern tropical Atlantic," one of which "h
In a landmark deal, DirecTV is set to acquire Dish DBS, including Dish TV and Sling TV, from EchoStar. This merger will create the largest pay-TV provider in the US, with around 20 million subscribers. DirecTV will pay EchoStar $1 and assume debt, estimated to be around $1 billion. The deal has been
Imagine a scenario where your favorite holiday gifts, food, and decorations are stuck at the port, unable to reach you. This could be a harsh reality if the 45,000 dockworkers represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) go on strike. The strike could lead to product shortages,
Hurricanes can bring even the most unlikely of allies together. The recent category 4 storm, Helene, which ravaged parts of Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina, is a testament to this. When disaster strikes, politicians often take center stage, sharing their grief and support for those affected. In
The lone vice presidential debate of the 2024 election is set to take place on Tuesday, featuring Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz as they go head-to-head for the first time. The debate, hosted by CBS News in New York, offers a fresh opportunity for the running mates to introduce themselves
As Idaho's statewide public defense system is set to launch on October 1, the Idaho State Bar has issued an ethics opinion on attorneys withdrawing from pending criminal cases. With the state taking over the costs and responsibility of public defense, some attorneys have chosen not to sign on with t
As a child development expert, I have had the opportunity to talk to many kids about politics. And let me tell you, it's jarring to hear them talk about it. They're so honest and straightforward, it's like they're not even thinking about the consequences of what they're saying. But that's exactly wh
When it comes to running shoes, there's a fine balance between style and performance. Adidas' Ultraboost 5 is a great option for those who want a shoe that's both stylish and comfortable for casual runs. With its sleek design and Primeknit upper, this shoe is sure to turn heads. But is it the best o
