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Published on May 6, 2025

Gyre could jump-start tropical activity ahead of hurricane season

The first tropical storm of 2025 could spin up before the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, kicking off what is predicted to be a dynamic year for hurricanes. Around the middle of May, a large, slow-spinning area in the atmosphere could …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Skyline Partners: Protecting Jamaican Credit Unions from Tropical Cyclones with FatTrack™ Parametric Insurance: Timely ...

Abstract Skyline’s proprietary FatTrack™ methodology underpins a parametric insurance solution designed to safeguard the Jamaican Co-operative Credit Union League (JCCUL) against the financial risks posed by major hurricanes. By leveraging reported wind …

Source: PreventionWeb - Center-left
Published on May 6, 2025

Donnie McClurkin and Wayne Marshall rally support for ‘Rhythm of Hope’ UK concert to aid St. Elizabeth

Two voices from vastly different corners of the musical spectrum—gospel icon Donnie McClurkin and Jamaican dancehall star-turned-influencer Wayne Marshall—have come together in harmony for a meaningful cause. The duo is uniting to rally global support for …

Source: Caribbean National Weekly - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Jamaica Gets Humanitarian and Medical Supplies From India

The Government has received humanitarian and medical supplies valued at $60 million from the Government of the Republic of India. These supplies, which come 30 days ahead of the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, are expected to bolster the nation’s …

Source: Jamaica Information Service - Gov't Institution
Published on May 6, 2025

INSIGHT: Caribbean nations need funding to recover after major disasters, but where is it?

By Chalsey Gill Anthony Environmental communicator, on behalf of Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) Whitney Mélinard still remembers the moment Hurricane Maria’s winds tore through Dominica in 2017. As lightning flashed outside her window, she …

Source: The Tribune (Bahamas) - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Jamaica’s artistic swimmers set for landmark splash on US stage

With grace, grit, and grandeur, Jamaica is poised to make waves on the international stage as it sends its largest-ever artistic swimming team to the prestigious 2025 WorldWide Invitational, set to unfold from May 2–4 at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex …

Source: Caribbean National Weekly - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Beryl, Helene, Milton gone from list of hurricane names. See their replacements

Say goodbye to Beryl, Helene and Milton. The World Meteorological Committee officially retired the names from the list of hurricane names "because of the death and destruction these storms caused in 2024." Two hurricanes hit Georgia in 2024, one …

Source: Savannah Now - Georgia - Center-right
Published on May 2, 2025

How a doctoral degree from Northeastern is helping Jamaica’s prime minister tackle gun violence

Andrew Holness’ thesis focused on the ways U.S. gun laws and regulations impact the illicit gun trade in Jamaica. Andrew Michael Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, receives his doctoral degree at the College of Professional Studies commencement. Photo …

Source: Northeastern Global News - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

Jamaica gets $60m disaster response donation from India

His Excellency Mr. Mayank Joshi (left), High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, presents the Government with a donation of humanitarian and emergency medical supplies valued at over $60 million. Pictured (L-R) are Mrs. Marsha Henry-Martin, Permanent …

Source: Jamaica Observer - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

How the U.S. Government Issues Travel Advisories (And What Each Level Means)

Traveling overseas can be nerve-wracking, especially if it’s your first time abroad. Before booking an international trip, checking current U.S. travel advisories for the country you’re planning to visit can help you feel more confident. Issued by the U.S. …

Source: The Travel - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2025

Jenna Blackwood | Landscape architecture is not ‘just landscaping’

April was celebrated globally as World Landscape Architecture Month. However, the profession of landscape architecture is still largely misunderstood by most people, including other design professionals. When most people hear the term landscape …

Source: The Gleaner - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Climate, tariff threat making coffee more expensive

With her purple-and-pink hair swaying, Reneé Colón stands on a stepladder in the rented corner of a warehouse, pouring Brazilian coffee beans into her groaning, old roasting machine. The beans are precious because they survived severe drought in a year …

Source: The Gleaner - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Over $175m paid out to customers by utility providers in 2024 – OUR

UTILITY PROVIDERS paid customers approximately $175.3M in 2024 for service breaches. This information is contained in the Office of Utilities Regulation’s (OUR’s) Quarterly Performance Report for 2024 September-December, which also includes the utility’s …

Source: The Gleaner - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

Scotia Foundation distributes 1000 plants for Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day, the Scotia Foundation has successfully distributed 1,000 tree seedlings to Jamaicans island-wide. The bank is reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action. The initiative, which began on Earth …

Source: Loop News - Pending
Published on Apr 2, 2025

CARICOF WARNS OF HEAT, DROUGHT, AND FLOOD THREATS IN COMING MONTHS

The Caribbean is bracing for a heat season expected to begin as early as April, with the potential for heatwaves. According to the Caribbean Climate Outlook Forum, while the heat is expected to ramp up in the coming months, it is unlikely to reach the …

Source: 284 Media BVI - Neutral
Published on 06:59 GMT

AccuWeather issues first risk of tropical development in the Atlantic basin this year

AccuWeather Global Weather Center – May 6, 2025 – As leaders and emergency officials across the Gulf Coast and eastern United States urge families and businesses to gear up for the approaching Atlantic hurricane season as part of National Hurricane …

Source: St. Kitts Gazette - Indeterminate
Published on 02:36 GMT

Dementia, Rummage Sale, Lupus Awareness Walk & More

Dementia Team Building Summit Sandy’s Daughter LLC presents the Dementia Team Building Summit to help families affected by dementia design a plan to navigate the dementia journey. CherylAnn Haley, the founder of Sandy’s Daughter, has been caring for her …

Source: Osprey Observer - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Trump Tariffs Worry Restaurant Owners Amid Drop in Canadian Customers

Many local restaurant owners are still ordering from back stock and are holding their breath to see what the full effects of Trump administration tariffs will be once the supply of foreign goods in the U.S. runs out. As restaurants juggle the increased …

Source: The Montpelier Bridge - Vermont - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Does Boston Still Drink?

In the city where everyone (in the bar) once knew your name, will anyone be there to remember it? Photo via NBCUniversal/Getty Images It’s Saturday night, 7 p.m. to be precise, and the temperature is going down faster than the $1 oysters at Vialé. Wind …

Source: Boston Magazine - Neutral

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 02:23 GMT

ALLWEI Portable Power Station PPS2400 Powers Winter RV Adventures & Flood Warning Crises

San Jose, CA, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The booming development of balcony photovoltaics in Europe has greatly promoted the installation demand of balcony energy storage. In 2023, the number of operating balcony photovoltaic systems in Germany …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 01:04 GMT

DCCA NEWS RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE JERRY BUMP ACTING INSURANCE COMMISSIONER …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 00:26 GMT

DCCA NEWS RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE JERRY BUMP ACTING INSURANCE COMMISSIONER …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:12 GMT

RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

Posted on May 6, 2025 in News Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE JERRY …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 22:39 GMT

RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

Posted on May 6, 2025 in INS, News Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 21:36 GMT

RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

Posted on May 6, 2025 in INS, News Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 20:50 GMT

Governor Newsom proclaims Wildfire Preparedness Week 2025

PROCLAMATION January’s fires in Los Angeles underscored the scale and intensity of the climate impacts we face today. California has long faced a year-round fire season, and so it is more important now than ever that every person in the state be prepared …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

LOS ANGELES – If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing goals, we encourage you to stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may be available …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

Ashley Paul Releases Heartfelt New Mother’s Day Anthem 'Mother’s and Daughters'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashley Paul releases a deeply emotional and soul-baring new single just in time for Mother’s Day, titled “Mothers and Daughters.” The song was written …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

LOS ANGELES – If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing goals, we encourage you to stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may be available …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Georgia Survivors Have Received More Than $549 Million for Helene Recovery

As of May 5, more than $549 million in federal assistance and low-interest loans has gone out to Hurricane Helene survivors in Georgia Eight months after the devastating storm, families and individuals have received money for basic repairs to their homes, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

FEMA Encourages Eligible Kentucky Disaster Survivors of April Storms To Apply for Programs Before the Assistance ...

FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA is encouraging eligible Kentucky disaster survivors to apply for assistance programs including Child Care, Serious Needs Assistance and Displacement Assistance before the June 25 deadline. Do not miss out on assistance that may be …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

1Spatial Strengthens Next-Generation 9-1-1 Solutions with Key Hire to Public Safety Team

Nicole Graves will Drive Innovation in Next-Gen Core Services for 9-1-1 Systems 1Spatial PLC (LSE:LON: SPA) VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1Spatial, a global leader in Location Master Data Management (LMDM) and …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Intterra Appoints Robb Watkins as Senior Director of Project Management and Agile Operations

CASTLE ROCK, CO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intterra, the leading provider of data-driven solutions for public safety, is proud to announce the appointment of Robb Watkins, Ed.D., as its new Senior Director of Project …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 10:40 GMT

Creepzz Drops Lee Rigby Tribute Track to Raise Awareness of Knife Crime, Adolescence and Youth Mental Health Issues

All proceeds from the track support the Lee Rigby Foundation and raise awareness about knife crime, youth violence, and mental health in the UK. LOWESTOFT, SUFFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UK artist Creepzz has released …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

3 Weeks Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. –Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

Preservation Teams Return To Kentucky To Show April Storm Survivors How To Salvage Family Treasures

FRANKFORT, Ky. – As Kentucky households recover from the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides, FEMA’s preservation teams will return to Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in the Commonwealth to demonstrate how to …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 18:07 GMT

Notfallvorsorge ist keine Option, sondern eine Notwendigkeit

Warum ein Notfallrucksack lebensrettend sein kann LANDL, STEIERMARK, AUSTRIA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- „Die Ereignisse vom 24. November 2023 markieren einen Wendepunkt für unseren Planeten - einen, den die Mehrheit der sogenannten ‚ …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Understanding the Free mE® EFT Approach to Emotional Health

Introduction Free mE® EFT Level 1 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 1, the foundational course of the proprietary Free mE® Emotional Freedom Technique system—a unique …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentucky Survivors of April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In the aftermath of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides, some Kentuckians are grappling with storm-damaged vehicles. If your insurance doesn’t cover all your storm-related vehicle damage, FEMA …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

FEMA is still here to help West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has passed, but FEMA is still here to help West Virginians. If you have questions about your application, disagree with FEMA’s decision and would like to talk about next steps, or need to update …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

FEMA Alert: Watch for Fraud After April Storms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you are a survivor of Kentucky April storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, floods, landslides and mudslides, you may also be a target of con artists and criminals who try to obtain money or steal personal information. Protect Your …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 06:09 GMT

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas. The best air duct cleaning in Austin starts here! AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Steam Team, a leading authority …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

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