In a tight-knit town already skeptical of the government, the lack of concrete information, and the open-ended nature of the crisis, undergird anxiety.
Category: Disasters and Emergencies
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Weeks After Ohio Train Derailment, Health Concerns Mount
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As Humanitarian Crises Escalate, So Do Demands to End Them
The New York Times – Business:David Miliband, head of the International Rescue Committee, says the global refugee crisis “is manageable, not insoluble.”
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Britain’s Soaring Energy Costs Strain Crisis Responders
The New York Times – Business:Families in chilly, drafty homes are seeking help. The response may be a blanket and thick socks, while some doctors are writing prescriptions for heat.
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Climate Change Has Some Retirees Rethinking Where to Live
The New York Times – Business:It’s a small yet noticeable shift, experts say — but climate change is causing retirees to start reconsidering moves to disaster-prone dream locales.
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In the Netherlands, Balancing Energy Security Against Climate Concerns
The New York Times – Business:A central location and web of gas pipelines are helping boost gas imports in the country even as it tries to stick to its clean energy goals.