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The families of L.A. wildfire victims confront the failures that prevented escape
One month after the Los Angeles wildfires, the public and California’s government are being forced to confront weaknesses in their approach to disasters.NBC News - Feb. 8 -
My daughter bought a $350,000 home and took out $20,000 in personal loans. She’s fallen behind on payments. What now?
“I can’t begin to tell you how down and stressed she is about possibly losing her home.”MarketWatch - 3d -
For some L.A. wildfire survivors, rebuilding will not be an option
Many Los Angeles residents who lost their homes in last month's wildfires fear their insurance payouts won't be enough to cover the costs of rebuilding.NBC News - 6h -
WNBA mock draft: How far has Kiki Iriafen fallen? Will Paige Bueckers remain No. 1?
WNBA free agency has essentially come and gone. Although a few stragglers remain, most of the league’s teams have settled into their new realities. With the major moves behind us, and the draft ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 6 -
Mudslides, heavy rain impact residents hit by L.A. area wildfires: "It is terrifying"
In southern California, including areas hit by last month's deadly wildfires, mudslides created dangerous conditions, trapping drivers at times. Meanwhile, farther north on the West Coast, icy ...CBS News - 3d -
Scientists racing to discover the depth of ocean damage from L.A. wildfires
LOS ANGELES — On a recent Sunday, Tracy Quinn drove down the Pacific Coast Highway to assess damage wrought upon the coastline by the Palisades Fire.NBC News - 1d -
How Going to Commercial During the Super Bowl Works
TV advertising is the lifeblood of the league, but knowing when to pause the games is a task undertaken by N.F.L. executives, network producers and on-field officials.The New York Times - Feb. 8 -
How GoFundMe Became a $250 Million Lifeline After the L.A. Fires
Donations on the crowdfunding site to people and fire relief efforts have exceeded those for all natural disasters worldwide last year.The New York Times - 5d -
How the Grammy Awards and Charlie Puth Helped This Small Business Recover From the L.A. Fires
The Grammys created a free, Charlie Puth-starring commercial for this small business.Inc. - Feb. 7
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Delta plane crashes on landing at Toronto airport, injuring at least 15
A Delta Air Lines flight was involved in an "incident" upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport Monday afternoon, the airport said in a statement.CNBC - 18m -
European countries clash over sending troops to Ukraine
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Restaurants warn of weak first quarter, but say sales will pick up later this year
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