Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to eliminate or suspend burdensome regulations preventing Floridians from rebuilding their homes after the devastating hurricanes Helene and Milton. These restrictions, she argues, are forcing some residents to abandon their communities altogether.
American Airlines announced it will not resume flights to Haiti in February, citing the worsening gang violence and instability in the Caribbean nation.
A coalition of Black churches is urging MSNBC to suspend Al Sharpton after it was revealed his organization accepted $500,000 in donations from Vice President Kamala Harris' failed presidential campaign.
Although President-elect Donald Trump has yet to take office, the promise of stricter border enforcement is already deterring many would-be illegal immigrants from attempting to enter the United States. According to reports, a growing number of migrants stranded in Mexico are seeking to return to their home countries, disillusioned by the risks and dwindling opportunities to cross the border under Trump’s upcoming administration.
Concerns over a broader conflict in the Middle East have prompted international airlines to suspend flights to the region or avoid affected airspace. The cancellations impact major hubs like Tel Aviv, Beirut, and others, with timelines varying by carrier. Here is an overview of current airline decisions:
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The Bank of Russia announced that it will suspend foreign currency purchases in order to "reduce the volatility of financial markets," Reuters reported.
Israel has allowed 15 trucks loaded with essential aid to enter northern Gaza, addressing warnings from aid organizations about worsening conditions and the risk of famine due to the ongoing conflict. The trucks, which arrived Wednesday, carried food, water, hygiene items, shelter materials, and medical supplies provided by the United Arab Emirates. Israel's Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) reported the aid's arrival, though the United Nations has not yet confirmed if the supplies have reached the intended distribution points in northern Gaza.
