Ahead of landfall, winds and rain knocked out power. Officials said it was too late to evacuate and urged residents to hunker down. Here’s the latest.
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Sunday, August 29, 2021
Here's How Hurricane Ida Quickly Strengthened Into a Monster
Climate change plays a role in the rapid intensification of storms, and in Ida’s case, other factors worked as well to ramp up winds in a matter of hours.
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U.S. Carries Out Strike on Explosive-Laden Vehicle in Kabul
A U.S. military drone strike blew up the vehicle, an official said, hours after President Biden warned of a potential terrorist attack at the Kabul airport. The U.S. and other nations said they would hold the Taliban to a promise to allow people to leave Afghanistan after Aug. 31. Here’s the latest.
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Ed Asner, Emmy-Winning Star of ‘Lou Grant’ and ‘Up,’ Dies at 91
Best known as the gruff newsman he first played on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” he was also a busy character actor and a political activist.
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Saturday, August 28, 2021
Why We Need More National Parks
There are dozens of natural wonders around the country worthy of the designation.
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How ‘Candyman’ Star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Became the Next Big Name
The actor’s career has surged thanks to projects like “Aquaman” and “Watchmen.” He’s even become a Warner Bros. favorite. Now on the brink of movie stardom, he’s ready to steer.
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You Don’t Need to Like Those Vacation Pics
In fact, your boss needs some guidance on the downside to oversharing.
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