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in NepalGiven the scale of the Bhote Koshi flood disaster, what should be Nepal's top priority: disaster response now, or long-term flood infrastructure reform? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · 3d

in The New York PostShould Florida require driver's license exams to be conducted only in English, even if it means some drivers who can operate vehicles safely won't be able to get licensed? — Elena VasquezElena Vasquez · Aug 13, 2026

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Developing·Aug 31, 2026

Grand Canyon flash flood and multi-state river fatalities

Authorities confirm multiple fatalities tied to the Grand Canyon flood with about 15 hikers still unaccounted for, alongside recovered bodies in the Ohio River, Columbia River and Beaufort County wat…
Search teams identify one of the missing hikers as Dr. John Giusti, a Texas chiropractor and father of three, as rescue crews continue patrolling the canyon floor for survivors.

3 stories · 367 sources

Developing·Aug 31, 2026

Nepal-Tibet border flash floods and mudslide disaster

The Nepal Army rescues a Bihar family from the debris zone and airlifts a German family of four to safety after they altered trekking plans, as destroyed bridges hamper relief efforts.
Officials report roughly 359 confirmed deaths and about 910 people missing, including dozens of Indian nationals and Trishuli-I hydropower workers, as figures like cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar exp…

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Driveway Flood Claims Rise, Costs Rise for InsurersWeather — Jul 14, 2026Insurance carriers are facing a spike in flood-related vehicle claims from policyholders who did everything right—evacuating and protecting their homes—because even modest floodwater can ruin parked cars, turning thousands of vehicles into preventable losses. With Hurricanes Helene and Milton causing hundreds of thousands of vehicle damages and about 80% of drivers carrying comprehensive coverage, insurers are grappling with the scale of post-storm claims rather than the direct event itself.

Flash Flood Warnings Expand Across Southeast, SouthwestWeather — Jul 24, 2026{"summary":"Heavy rainfall across North Georgia and metro Atlanta triggers multiple flash flood warnings and watches, with authorities warning of potential debris flows, ponding, and rapid flood rises as storms move slowly and episodic rain totals exceed several inches. A separate flash flood warning near Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, warns of life-threatening flooding and debris flows along burn scar areas, urging residents to seek higher ground and avoid flooded routes while monitoring updates.","summary_sources":[]}

Pat McClellan Dies, Flora-Bama Co-Owner — Jul 24, 2026Pat McClellan, longtime co-owner of the Flora-Bama, died peacefully in his sleep, leaving behind his role in turning the roadhouse into a nationally recognized Gulf Coast landmark. Since joining Joe Gilchrist as a partner in 1984, he helped grow signature events like the Mullet Toss and Polar Bear Dip and shaped a welcoming culture for countless performers and patrons.

El Paso Builds Largest Stormwater Pond to Cut Flood RiskEnvironment — Jul 23, 2026{"summary":"El Paso is pursuing year-round stormwater management, highlighted by the Will Ruth Pond project to reduce flood risk and remove dozens of homes from flood zones due to large-capacity detention of stormwater. In Texas, flood response and water management continue amid ongoing storms, with temporary hours-of-service relief for emergency transportation, potential reservoir boosts from floodwaters in Corpus Christi, and city-level flood adaptations including drought restrictions and related relief efforts in Austin.","summary_sources":["https://elpasomatters.org/2026/07/24/building-flood-resilience-in-el-paso-inside-el-paso-waters-stormwater-improvements/","https://tanktransport.com/2026/07/texas-flood-hos-relief/","https://www.chron.com/texas/article/texas-floodwaters-help-corpus-christi-crisis-22357177.php","https://us.headtopics.com/news/news-briefs-austin-weather-flooding-relief-and-more-85881039"]}

IJRAs California Burns Billions To Fail At High-Speed Rail, China Laid Enough Track To Circle America Three TimesParis Apodaca · 6 min · 9h

India Rejects Pakistan Flood Claims Citing Monsoon-Driven Chenab Rise — Jul 24, 2026India rejected Pakistan’s allegations of deliberately causing floods, attributing the Chenab’s rising flows to heavy monsoon rainfall and noting Pakistan’s own flood advisories corroborate this. The MEA said it would continue sharing real-time flood data with Pakistan on humanitarian grounds, and highlighted that the Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance pending Pakistan’s actions on cross-border terrorism.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Glacier Collapse Triggers Nepal-Tibet FloodsWorld — 6dFrom India’s Rajouri district to the Philippines’ Bulacan province and Bulgaria’s Blagoevgrad region, relentless floods and related damage—destroyed crops, road washouts, evacuations, and outages—are testing local infrastructure and prompting criticism of flood-control projects and governance. Authorities have declared states of disaster, ordered evacuations and closures, and are coordinating rescue and recovery efforts as communities seek restoration and compensation.

Raj Patel This matches what I've seen elsewhere too.

Florida Primary Delivers Gov and Senate Nominees — Aug 16, 2026Florida’s upcoming primaries will determine the governor and the remaining U.S. Senate term, with Donalds atop a Trump-backed Republican field and DeSantis-aligned contenders vying for the nomination, while Democrats look to end a long statewide win drought; incumbent Ashley Moody seeks the Rubio seat with a relatively undisputed path. The election landscape also features DeSantis not backing Cory Mills in the GOP primary, a Florida-focused prediction market for the FL-06 race in 2026, and reporting on St. Johns County’s Aug. 18 primary day rules and a related county employee whistleblower case.

Democrats Are So Mad About Ron DeSantis’ Redistricting Play, They’re Blowing Bullhorns Over It — Apr 29, 2026A Florida lawmaker yelled into a bullhorn Wednesday on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives to protest new congressional district maps supported by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. DeSantis unveiled…

Video: Monstrous Waves Wreak Havoc in Florida – Seawater Engulfs Entire Block in Just 1 HourReporting — Sep 29, 2022Hurricane Ian charged ashore Wednesday, downing trees and power lines and causing flooding in multiple Florida communities. A 5 p.m. ET advisory from the National Hurricane Center said the storm hit Florida with…

On X · @le_sserafimLE SSERAFIM Opens Pre-Orders for 2nd Single Album ‘Made My Night’Fans are overwhelmingly excited and supportive of LE SSERAFIM's new single album pre-orders and Billboard push, with purchases and hype dominating reactions while criticism remains minimal.1,357 likes · 22m

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs ‘Biden Border Crisis Executive Order’Reporting — Sep 28, 2021Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an executive order on Tuesday to protect Floridians from the “dangerous” impact of the Biden border crisis. Executive Order 21-223 prohibits all Florida agencies from…

Ron DeSantis Changes Course, Issues Stay-At-Home Order for FloridaReporting — Apr 1, 2020After weeks of resistance, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) changed course on Wednesday and announced a stay-at-home order for Floridians. DeSantis, who came under fire for not shutting down Florida beaches or public…

VS BattlePhysical Books vs E-ReadersPaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side

Grand Canyon Floods Kill Two, Strands Hikers — 2dFlash flooding in Bright Angel Canyon near the Grand Canyon triggered aerial evacuations of about 50 people from the Phantom Ranch area, with Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail closed until further notice. The rain, totaling roughly a quarter to three-quarters of an inch in 30 minutes, caused continued heavy creek flows and led the Red Cross to open a shelter at Grand Canyon High School as authorities warned visitors to stay away from closed zones.

Elena Vasquez Good catch. Hadn't noticed that angle.

Grand Canyon floods: two dead, dozens missingWeather — 1dThe Grand Canyon flood disaster left about 15 hikers unaccounted for as rescue teams patrol the canyon floor, with officials confirming multiple fatalities while focusing on ongoing search efforts; among the missing is Dr. John Giusti, a Texas chiropractor and father of three, whose wife has publicly pleaded for prayers as authorities continue to locate those affected.

Warriors Sign Niang to Final Roster Spot — 6dThe Golden State Warriors have signed forward Georges Niang to a one-year, $3.9 million deal to fill remaining regular-season roster spots, also adding guard Brandon Williams as part of their depth moves. Niang brings shooting and veteran experience to space the floor, offsetting last season’s injury absence and aiming to contribute as a floor-spacing forward in 2026-27.

James Okafor Good catch. Hadn't noticed that angle.

Alex's Field NotesField Notes: Day OneA quick first dispatch from the demo desk — testing the publish and share loop.27m

Moke Not Expected to Make Landfall in HawaiiWeather — Aug 19, 2026Hawaii faces another potential tropical storm or hurricane this weekend as a developing system near the islands could strengthen to tropical cyclone and pass close to the Big Island, bringing heavy rainfall and possible impacts similar to the flood-and-mwind damage from Hurricane Lala; forecasters say the storm could be named Iselle or Moke depending on its development and location. The ongoing El Niño-driven season, the memory of Lala’s devastation, and multiple disturbances monitoring near Hawaii keep residents on alert for additional rainfall, flooding, and power outages over the coming days.

QuizPlan the date and the AI predicts how it endsBuild the whole evening — opener to goodnight text — and the AI forecasts the second date. With confidence.3 min · today's quiz

Connecticut Tried To Punish Florida-Based Gun Company. It Didn’t Go Well. — Aug 7, 2026A Connecticut judge brushed off an attempt by the state to fine a Florida firearms manufacturer nearly $7.7 million for operating a website.

Key GOP Holdout Signals She Will No Longer Freeze House Floor Over SAVE ACT Demands — Jul 14, 2026Republican Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna stated Monday she would support a rule to open the House floor by complying with a plan to pass the Safeguard America Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act.

‘Political Convenience’: DeSantis Says Trump Has ‘Flip-Flopped’ on Abortion, Suggests He Isn’t ‘Pro-Life’Reporting — Jan 5, 2024Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida accused former President Donald Trump of not being “pro-life” during a CNN town hall. Trump called a Florida law which restricts abortion after the sixth week of pregnancy, when a…

Firefighters Rescue At Least 8 People from Floodwaters with Help of 'Flood Awareness Class'Reporting — May 26, 2022As heavy rains have hit Texas, residents have been reminded of the dangers of flash floods, giant hail and severe thunderstorms as well as power outages. The city of Mission, Texas, began warning residents to expect…

IJRBurglar With Uzi Chose Wrong House To Raid. It Didn’t End Well For Him.Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 10h

Sheriff's Helicopter Swoops In on People Trapped by Floodwaters, Camera Catches Daring Rescue in First-Person ViewReporting — Jul 25, 2021As floodwaters deluged parts of Arizona, daring helicopter rescues Friday plucked multiple groups from fast-moving water. Monsoons struck Arizona last week, triggering severe flooding. Drivers who tried to make their…

Supreme Court Rejects Appeal from Christian Florist Who Was Punished for Refusing Service to a Gay WeddingReporting — Jul 2, 2021The Supreme Court rejected an appeal Friday from a florist who refused to service a gay wedding ceremony because of her Christian beliefs. The appeal was brought by Barronelle Stutzman, the owner of Arlene’s Flowers and…

DeSantis Announces Pardons for All Floridians Charged With Mask ViolationsReporting — May 13, 2021Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis granted two Broward County gym owners clemency Wednesday for not enforcing a mask mandate during the coronavirus pandemic and vowed to pardon all Floridians with similar outstanding…

Bloomberg Raises Millions To Restore Voting Rights to Over 30,000 Ex-Felons in FloridaReporting — Sep 22, 2020Former New York mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg has helped raise over $20 million in an effort to restore voting rights to former felons in Florida. In 2018, Floridians voted to…

Nepal Trishuli Debris Flow Toll RisesWorld — 4dNepalese rescue teams have recovered about 350 workers and locals from a hydropower tunnel amid catastrophic floods, while roughly 100 more remain trapped and are being hunted for under difficult weather and muddy conditions. The operation, aided by helicopters and ground teams, continues to span multiple hydropower sites in the Trishuli valley with leaders signaling ongoing urgency.

Sara Lindqvist Been following this for a while; this is a bigger development than it looks.

On X · @moricalliopeHololive VTuber Mori Calliope Promotes New "Here Comes the CHADCast" Music Video CollabThe reaction to Mori Calliope's promotion of the "Here Comes the CHADCast" music video collab is overwhelmingly positive, with enthusiastic fan support and praise for the chaotic animation, memes, and references; no substantive opposition or criticism is present.1,161 likes · 22m