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Read More »Millions More American Homes Are at Risk of Flooding Than Previously Known, New Analysis
Today, about 8.7 million properties are located in special flood hazard areas as determined by FEMA Flood Maps, the legal standard used in the US to manage flood plains, determine insurance requirements and premium pricing policies. But up to 14.6 million properties, nearly 70% more than FEMA’s Special Flood Hazard …
Read More »Stocks hit two-week lows, oil slips on virus surge
LONDON (Reuters) – Global stocks hit two-week lows and oil fell nearly 2% on Monday, as the relentless spread of the coronavirus curbed optimism in the global economy, prompting investors to take refuge in bond stocks. refuge and gold. FILE PHOTO: A man wearing a protective face mask, after the …
Read More »China to impose visa restrictions on US individuals over Hong Kong
FILE PHOTO: Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian attends a press conference in Beijing, China, April 8, 2020. REUTERS / Carlos Garcia Rawlins BEIJING (Reuters) – Beijing said on Monday it will impose visa restrictions on US individuals with “egregious conduct” in matters related to Hong Kong, reflecting US sanctions …
Read More »Lyda Krewson: Calls for resignation rise after St. Louis Mayor publishes names of people calling for police reforms
The demonstration came after Krewson read the names and addresses of people calling for police reform during a live Facebook video on Friday afternoon, the affiliate reported. During the live video briefing on Friday, the mayor was asked about meeting with protesters outside City Hall. In response, Krewson read aloud …
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