NATURAL DISASTER

Jul 16 2025POLITICS

A Year in Review: Politics, Education, and Global Tensions

The political scene has been quite the rollercoaster lately. Let's dive in. President Trump's second term has been anything but boring. From policy shifts to personal safety scares, it's been a year of ups and downs. Remember that close call in Butler, Pennsylvania? It's a stark reminder of the risks that come with the job. Meanwhile, the future isn't looking too br...

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

Texas Floods: Trump's Visit Amidst Criticism and Recovery Efforts

President Donald Trump is heading to Texas to check out the damage from recent floods that have caused over 100 deaths. The floods hit hard and fast, overwhelming entire neighborhoods in minutes. This has led to questions about how well the government warned people and how quickly they responded. Trump's trip is partly to show support and partly to quiet critics. He...

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Jul 11 2025WEATHER

Hot July Weather Hinders Flood Recovery in Texas Hill Country

The Texas Hill Country is facing a tough situation after the Guadalupe River flood. The weather is not helping. July is known for its heat, and this year is no different. The sun is strong, and the air is humid. This makes working outside very hard. People are trying to clean up and find those who are still missing. The mess is huge. There are broken trees, rocks, a...

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Jul 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Floods, Trust, and Climate Change: What Americans Think

Americans have seen a lot of floods lately. In the past five years, about 20% of people in the U. S. have dealt with major flooding. Most of these folks think climate change had something to do with it. Before the recent floods in Texas, people were pretty confident in the National Weather Service. Around 40% felt "very" or "extremely" sure about the info they got f...

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Jul 09 2025WEATHER

Ruidoso's Repeated Struggles: Flash Floods Strike Again

Ruidoso, New Mexico, is no stranger to disasters. Just a year after battling wildfires, the village faced another tragedy: flash floods that claimed three lives, including two young children. The heavy rains turned the Rio Ruidoso river into a raging torrent, reaching a record height of 20 feet in mere minutes. Homes were destroyed, and dozens of people were rescued,...

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

When Politics Drowns Out Progress: The Texas Floods and the Blame Game

In the wake of the devastating floods in Texas, the usual political blame game has kicked into high gear. Instead of focusing on the urgent needs of the victims, politicians and pundits are busy pointing fingers. Some liberals quickly blamed budget cuts by Elon Musk for the lack of timely weather alerts, while conservatives criticized the previous administration's ha...

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

When Politics and Weather Collide: A Look at Recent Events in Texas

A Texas senator recently faced criticism for cutting funds to a weather agency just before severe floods hit his state. The senator, Ted Cruz, proposed reducing a $150 million budget for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This money was meant to improve weather forecasts and warnings. The cuts came shortly before deadly floods struck Texas. ...

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Jul 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Floods in Texas: A Warning of Things to Come?

The recent floods in Texas have left over 100 people dead and many more missing. These floods were caused by a storm that dumped a large amount of rain in a short period of time. This type of storm is becoming more common as the planet warms. Experts have warned that these floods could be a sign of things to come. They blame the high death toll on the dismantling of...

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Jul 08 2025WEATHER

Balkans Battle Extreme Weather: Storms, Fires, and Heatwaves

The Balkans have been hit hard by extreme weather recently. First, there was a heatwave. Temperatures soared to 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit). This made conditions very dangerous. Then, sudden storms brought relief but also caused damage. In Croatia, a powerful storm hit the city of Split. Strong winds and hail damaged buildings, including the Poljud soccer st...

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Texas Floods Spark Wild Weather Control Claims

In the wake of devastating floods in Texas, some politicians have floated bizarre ideas about weather control. Senator Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, quickly shut down these claims. He stated that there is no proof to support the idea that anyone can manipulate the weather. Cruz also pointed out that the internet is full of wild theories. These comments came aft...

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