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Honda recalls nearly 1.7M vehicles for steering problem that could lead to crashes

1:18pm October 09, 2024

The vehicles covered in the recall were from model years 2022 to 2025 and include certain Acura Integras, Honda Civics, Honda CR-Vs and Honda HR-Vs.

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A bidding war is brewing for Alex Jones’ media empire

1:09pm October 09, 2024

Infowars is on the auction block, and would-be-buyers have opposite agendas.

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How FEMA tries to combat rumors and conspiracy theories about Milton and Helene

12:29pm October 09, 2024

The emergency management agency has long tried to respond to rumors that might delay recovery efforts. But a former FEMA official says the current information environment has never been so bad.

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Donald Trump Surveys Damage In Georgia In Aftermath Of Hurricane Helene

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The swing-state counties hit by Hurricane Helene mostly voted for Trump in 2020

12:04pm October 09, 2024

The key presidential states of Georgia and North Carolina were hit particularly hard by Hurricane Helene. NPR compared which counties qualify for FEMA aid with 2020 election results. The area is largely Republican.

How to follow the latest local updates on Hurricane Milton

11:30am October 09, 2024

Milton made landfall late Wednesday near Siesta Key. Millions across the state have been left without power.

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Shaboozey and Sabrina Carpenter rule the charts as The Weeknd approaches

10:26am October 09, 2024

Two of 2024's biggest new hitmakers consolidate their hold on the top of the pop charts, while a pair of stars from a previous generation — Katy Perry and Lady Gaga — both stumble with new work.

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How could hurricanes impact the election? What we can learn from 5 recent storms

9:35am October 09, 2024

The election and Atlantic hurricane seasons are overlapping with dramatic effect, and not for the first time. Here's what we can learn from other storms that shaped elections, from Katrina to Maria.

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Time is short to evacuate for Hurricane Milton. And, EPA mandates lead pipe removal

8:09am October 09, 2024

Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida late tonight as a dangerous storm, and time is running out for people to evacuate. And, the EPA has mandated a nationwide lead pipe removal.

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Researchers work to make pitch-perfect turf for the 2026 World Cup

7:49am October 09, 2024

Researchers work to grow grass that will offer the same level playing field for athletes at the various soccer venues that will be used during the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Hurricane Milton is poised to hit Florida's Gulf Coast. It's expected to be historic

7:19am October 09, 2024

by A Martínez

Sarasota is still cleaning up from Hurricane Helene which hit less than two weeks ago. Mayor Liz Alpert tells NPR's A Martinez the city is likely to take a direct hit from Milton, a stronger storm.

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