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THE FRONTIER: Oily sludge is flooding their dream home, Oklahoma regulators say they can’t help

It was their dream home, a newly built, 2,500-square-foot modern farmhouse with a playroom that Mitch and Kara Meredith had saved for 12 years to buy for their growing family. During construction, family members had written their favorite Bible verses on …

Oily Sludge Is Flooding Their Dream Home. Okla. Regulators Don't Help.

"The Merediths were forced to abandon their house after it filled with black goo, reaching gas concentrations at explosive levels. Despite evidence of oil and gas pollution, the state “wanted to act like it would go away,” the family says." …

Can you trust that post about Tom Steyer? How paid influencers are flooding into the governor’s race

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Jaz Roche, also known to nearly 11,000 Tiktok followers as @spo0kymom, hawks facial cleansing bars, baby wagons and AI tools in short social media videos.  On a website where …

Officials of Sekondi-Takoradi NADMO begin desilting exercise to prevent flooding

Southwest Omaha homeowners blame developer for muddy runoff flooding backyards

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Recent heavy rains have created a mess in several southwest Omaha backyards. But those homeowners say Mother Nature isn’t entirely to blame. Monday evening as muddy water flowed into their backyard, Scott and Ann Richter say it’s clear …

Back in the hot seat: Jinggoy Estrada fights new plunder case over flood control scam

By Politiko staff Senator Jinggoy Estrada expressed dismay over the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) recommendation to file plunder and graft charges against him before the Office of the Ombudsman in connection with the alleged multibillion-peso flood control …

Parks Cleanup Day volunteers find lots of flood-related debris

CADILLAC — Volunteers donned gloves and rakes Saturday to get Cadillac’s parks ready for summer. The Annual Parks Cleanup day invited individuals, businesses and organizations to help clear branches, leaves and other debris from parks throughout the city, …

Four dead, five missing in southwest China floods

BEIJING: Severe flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall killed four people and left five others missing in southwestern China’s Guizhou province, state media said Tuesday, with authorities evacuating thousands. Natural disasters are common …

Heavy rain floods Baku during WUF13, disrupting traffic and exams

Published: 18 May 2026 17:20 Last modified: 19 May 2026 17:47 Heavy rain that fell on May 17, the same day as the World Urban Forum (WUF13) being held in Baku, once again caused serious problems across the city. Roads in various parts of Baku were flooded …

AI-generated ‘slop’ floods bug bounty programmes with false reports

AI companies are continuing to market cyber-focused models designed to identify vulnerabilities. Companies that pay independent hackers to identify software flaws are facing a surge in low-quality, AI-generated reports, forcing some to suspend bug bounty …

AI money floods Manhattan congressional race

Silicon Valley billionaires are pouring millions into the race, both for and against Assemblyman Alex Bores. What You Need To Know Competing artificial intelligence interests have spent millions on the Democratic primary in Manhattan’s 12th Congressional …

UK Firm Was Paid Php9 Million a Month  to ‘Rebrand’ Marcos Name. Then Came the Floods. 

ONE  month before Ferdinand Marcos Jr. won the Philippine presidency in 2022, a London political communications firm sent him a confidential proposal. The fee was $144,000 a month. The job, according to a document obtained by the investigative outlet Whale …

Herefordshire planners reject new home proposal over flood risk

The planning application proposed a single detached dwelling with associated works within the curtilage of Walford Cottage with the owner’s agent, McLoughlin Planning, stating that the proposed dwelling has been designed to sit comfortably within the …

Outside Money, Endorsements Flood Critical Pennsylvania Swing District Ahead of Primary

The Bethlehem Visitor’s Center, which sits directly in front of the historic Bethlehem Steel factory site, was used as a precinct for Bethlehem-based primary election voters in Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District on May 19, 2026. Jacob Burg…

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Norfolk next week

Used EV prices are plunging as off-lease cars flood the market

It comes just as many drivers are still seeking relief from high gas costs. by Aaron GoldsteinMay 19, 2026 Used EV prices are falling as more off-lease electric vehicles return to the market, giving shoppers a more affordable way into models like the Tesla …

Russia’s Hospitals Overwhelmed as War Wounded Flood Civilian Clinics

Russian military hospitals are reportedly struggling to handle a surge of wounded soldiers from the war against Ukraine, forcing authorities to convert civilian medical facilities into military treatment centers, according to a report by Novaya Gazeta …

Flow Welcomes FEMA Review Council's Eight-Point Plan for Private Flood Future

Co-founders cite Flow's existing seven-carrier marketplace as operational model; firm to submit formal public comment before June 8 federal deadline. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

New Zealand commissions flood map

New Zealand’s Ministry for the Environment has selected Jacobs and JBA Consulting to develop data integration and harmonization methodologies for the first generation of the New Zealand Flood Map. The map is an important step under the government’s …

THE WEATHER CHANNEL TO AIR 'JOPLIN: 15 YEARS LATER' - A STORY OF DEVASTATION AND THE RESILIENCE OF AN AMERICAN TOWN

One-Hour Special Presented by Procter & Gamble to Premiere Thursday, May 21 at 9pm ET on TWC TV Network and TV App with Encore Broadcasts Through the Weekend. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Weather Channel …

CyberTech Selected for State of Missouri GIS Services Qualified Vendor List

CyberTech brings Esri Platinum Partner expertise, Managed ArcGIS Cloud Services, and enterprise GIS modernization capabilities to Missouri agencies. TREVOSE, PA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CyberTech Systems and Software, …

What Physicians Need to Know About Wildfire Exposure, Inflammation, and Advanced Serial Therapeutic Plasma Exchange

MDLifespan hosts physician-focused clinical webinar examining toxin exposure, inflammatory burden, biomarker trends, and Advanced TPE. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Los Angeles physicians continue to …

All Star Restoration Highlights Start-to-Finish Water Damage Response

Hayden restoration company emphasizes full project support for water damage, drying, repairs, and mold prevention across Kootenai County. HAYDEN, ID, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All Star Restoration, a property restoration …

WaterTame Launches National Emergency Water Damage Restoration Dispatch Network Across 1,500 US Cities

IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WaterTame has officially announced the nationwide expansion of its emergency water mitigation and structural drying dispatch network. The platform now actively connects homeowners with …

Global Inflation Pushes Millions of Vulnerable Families Deeper into Hunger and Economic Crisis

Life for Relief and Development calls for increased global support as rising living costs and food insecurity intensify humanitarian needs worldwide SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the costs of food, fuel, …

Salike® Positions Itself at the Forefront of Sustainable Geotechnical & Natural Fibre Engineering Solutions in the UK

Salike® Positions Itself at the Forefront of Sustainable Geotechnical & Natural Fibre Engineering Solutions in the UK LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new generation of erosion control and land remediation …

Governor Newsom prepositions firefighting resources to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara counties ahead of critical fire ...

What you need to know: Governor Newsom directs Cal OES to preposition firefighting personnel and equipment in anticipation of critical fire weather to ensure assets are in place to respond quickly to new fires.   SACRAMENTO – At the direction of Governor …

Intersec Deploys Kuwait’s Public Warning System in Less Than 10 Days

This announcement is made on the sidelines of the ITU’s Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), where EW4All is at the heart of regulators’ priorities. PARIS, FRANCE, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intersec, a global leader in innovative …

Dr. Lance Luke to Present Global Infrastructure Research at Structural Faults + Repair 2026 Conference in Edinburgh

Dr. Lance Luke presents "Digital Symphony" and concrete longevity research at the 20th Structural Faults + Repair-2026 conference in Edinburgh, UK. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Lance Luke, Ph.D., a …

National Leaders Advocate for Critical Infrastructure Protection as Senate Passes Bipartisan PIPELINE Safety Act

Protecting buried utilities a national imperative against $30 billion in annual damage WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National infrastructure experts gathered on Capitol Hill this week to address the ongoing …

Altitude Water Amplifies Importance of Proactive Hurricane Preparation with One-of-a-Kind Disaster Relief Trailer

LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The final countdown to hurricane season has officially begun, with June 1st marking the true beginning for the Atlantic as weather authorities encourage Americans to remain …

U.S. Chamber Foundation Highlights Small Business Preparedness Gap at National Resilience Conference

Natasha Broxton joins national resilience discussion as new data reveals gaps in small business disaster preparedness. MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As disasters become more frequent, severe, and economically …

Hail Damage Roof San Antonio: Average Wind/Hail Deductible Now $8,000 as 47% of Texas Claims Are Denied

Hail damage roof San Antonio: Texas wind/hail deductibles average $8,000 and 47% of claims close without payment. Direct-pay roof option at RoofDirectSA.com. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hail damage roof replacement …

Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Patti Tran Orozco

Published: May 13, 2026 Severe weather conditions such as snowstorms, wildfires, and floods have become more frequent and intense across California. This means our response coordination is more important than ever.  To strengthen community response efforts …

Bluedrop Contracted by the Republic of Singapore Air Force for MR Training Systems and Follow-On Support

HALIFAX, HALIFAX, CANADA, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. (“Bluedrop”), a global leader in advanced training solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded contracts by the Republic of …

AquaEye Adopted by U.S. Border Patrol BORSTAR Teams to Improve Water Search and Rescue Response

Handheld intelligent sonar enables faster detection in challenging and remote environments VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, May 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaEye announces the use of AquaEye by U.S. Border Patrol Search, Trauma, and …

Newsmatics Launches 'Journalists Wanted' Initiative to Amplify Credible Journalism and Expand Audience Reach

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the local news landscape continues to shift, a new initiative is aiming to ensure that important journalism reaches broader audiences. Newsmatics, the media intelligence …

Charleston Pool Owners Warned Not to Drain In-Ground Pools Before Hurricane Season

SC Coastal Pools says empty or near-empty shells can crack, shift, or partially lift when heavy rain saturates Lowcountry soil CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SC Coastal Pools is warning Charleston-area pool …

CrittereX Supports Businesses with Professional Commercial Pest Control Services

CrittereX helps businesses stay protected with professional commercial pest control services designed to prevent infestations and maintain safe spaces. HUDSON VALLEY , NY, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CritterX is a reliable …