Congress has passed a stopgap bill to keep federal agencies funded and workers at their desks through mid-November, with 209 Democrats and 126 Republicans in support. The bill includes $6 billion in aid to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian invaders, but House Republicans have agreed to give up their demands and not provide new aid. This is seen as a victory for the Trump administration, but is also a cause for concern as it may encourage Russian aggression.
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A powerful storm hit New York City on Friday, causing flooding and damage to property. Subway systems were shut down, flights were delayed, and streets and highways were flooded. Governor Hochul warned of the storm's "dangerous and life-threatening" nature and urged residents to take precautions. The storm is expected to continue for another 20 hours, with the full extent of the damage yet to be seen.
Heavy rains have caused flooding in New York City, leading to 15 people being rescued from stalled vehicles. The National Weather Service reported more than 7 inches of rain in Brooklyn and 5 inches in Manhattan's Central Park, with an additional 1 to 3 inches of rain possible. Mayor Eric Adams has reported no deaths or serious injuries, and the city remains under a flood watch until 6 a.m. tomorrow. FDNY firefighters have been praised for their rescue efforts, and residents are urged to stay alert and take necessary precautions.
The looming government shutdown threatens to severely limit public access to America's national parks, putting tens of thousands of people and gateway towns in an economic chokehold. The National Park Service has announced plans to shutter the majority of national park sites, restricting access, locking gates and bolting bathrooms, if the government shuts down as expected on Sunday. The closure of these parks will have a significant impact on the local economies and visitors.
Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery of the oldest woven grass footwear in Europe, estimated to be up to 6,200 years old, in a bat cave in southern Spain. Radiocarbon dating was used to date the objects, which include baskets, tools and sandals made from esparto grass. The discovery has forced researchers to rethink their assumptions about our human ancestors in the region, and the team is continuing to study the objects to learn more.
On Thursday morning, an iconic 200-300 year old Sycamore Gap Tree located in Northumberland, England was discovered toppled over. The tree, known as the Robin Hood Tree due to its memorable role in the 1991 film "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves", has sparked outrage among locals and conservationists. A 16-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the incident and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
At least 52 people were killed and nearly 70 others were injured in a powerful bomb explosion near a mosque in Mastung, Pakistan on Friday. The blast occurred during a rally celebrating the birthday of Islam’s Prophet Muhammad, with TV footage and videos on the social media showing an open area near the mosque strewn with the shoes of the dead and wounded. The Pakistani government has condemned the attack and has vowed to investigate the incident and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens.
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