In short: WHO warns drug-resistant fungal pathogens are on the rise. Europe has excess natural gas but the market will be tight until 2025. Australia announced a buyback scheme for flood victims in NSW. US GDP grew 2.6% in Q3; Fed might slow pace of rate hikes in December; Europe has excess natural gas but
In short: The US to brace for a “tripledemic” of respiratory illnesses. Canada’s nationwide handgun sales ban went into effect. Colorado will recycle wastewater for drinking. Next US GDP report expected to show growth; Eurozone’s fear of recession accelerating; Global growth forecast to slow in 2023 The US unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, payrolls rose by 263,000,
In short: US heating bills are going up this winter. 70% of US children’s hospitals are full. Flesh-eating bacteria is infecting Floridians after Hurricane Ian. US recession looms; Heating prices increase; High PFAS in US deer and fish More economists believe the US is heading toward recession within the next 12 months. Employers are expected
In short: US inflation rose 0.4% in September; COLA will increase by 8.7% in 2023. Current floods in Southeast Australia might cause food shortages and high food prices. A chronic shortage of AdBlue could damage Germany’s supply chain and economy. US inflation rose 0.4% in September; Supply chain issues affecting Adderall, butter, tomatoes, beer, and
Editor’s note: Quick reminder that I’m taking a break next week—the news roundup will be back Tue 18. In the meantime, be good, be sane, take a breath, and one step at a time 😉 In short: The Mississippi River is too dry to ship harvest and other commodities through it. Nearly half of Canadians
Editor’s note: I’m taking a break from the news next week (wanna join me?), which means that there will be no news roundup published the week of Oct 10-16. The roundup will be back Tue Oct 17. Thank you for understanding. In short: The UK could be at significant risk of gas shortages this winter.
In short: Hurricane Ian might cause a 4-7 ft storm surge in South Carolina on Friday. Europe could face mobile network blackouts this winter. The cost of growing food in the US is set to rise by the most ever in 2022. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups
In short: Hurricane Ian could reach Cat 4 by Wednesday — Tampa might see a near-historic storm surge. The average US heating bill is expected to rise 17% this winter. Atlantic Canada will likely see more storms due to climate change. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups will
In short: Cat 4 Hurricane Fiona should hit Canada’s Eastern Atlantic provinces this weekend. US gasoline prices have started rising again in some states. California temporarily banned insurance companies from dropping customers in wildfire-hit areas. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups will feature a section of TP’s beginner’s checklist and
In short: Hurricane Fiona might strengthen, hitting Turk and Caicos and continuing towards the Bahamas. Germany’s natural gas storage is nearly at 90% but will be enough for one winter only. Almost one in five US households has medical debt. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups will feature
In short: US inflation rose by 0.1% in August, and the Fed might need to raise interest rates more aggressively. Tropical Storm Fiona heading for Puerto Rico this weekend. Study: A rapid shift to clean energy would save the world $12 trillion. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups
In short: World on the verge of multiple climate tipping points, even if we reach Paris Climate Agreement goals. New York governor declares disaster emergency after polio found in wastewater. ‘Triple dip’ La Niña is on the way, bringing cold and snow to the US Northwest and drought to the south. National Preparedness Month Challenge
In short: Europe is heading for a recession and will also see winter food shortages and price increases. 90% of the world’s countries saw their living standards decline in 2021. The Australian parliament passed the first climate change legislation in a decade. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups
In short: Tropical Storm Earl is expected to form into a hurricane later this week. Russia has halted gas supplies to Europe indefinitely. World food prices dropped for the fifth consecutive month. National Preparedness Month Challenge Each Tuesday and Friday throughout September, the news roundups will feature a section of TP’s beginner’s checklist and introduce
In short: US life expectancy dropped again, marking the worst two-year decline in a century. Europe’s inflation hit another high of 9.1%. Even if we stop emissions now, sea levels will rise 10 inches by 2100. September is FEMA’s National Preparedness Month Throughout September, I’ll feature tips and tidbits from each section of our beginner’s
