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Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific

Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific

Hurricane Fausto has formed in the eastern Pacific far from Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and poses no threat to land
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Debate Over Socialism and Federalism Highlights Shifts in U.S. Electoral Dynamics

Debate Over Socialism and Federalism Highlights Shifts in U.S. Electoral Dynamics

The ongoing debate between socialism and federalism in the U.S. is influencing electoral dynamics, particularly in the context of the Electoral College. As states with different political ideologies implement varying economic policies, migration patterns are shifting, with people moving from high-tax, heavily regulated states to those with lower taxes and fewer regulations. This trend is affecting the distribution of electoral votes, as states like Texas and Florida gain population and political influence, while states like New York and California see a decline. The debate is rooted in historical discussions about the distribution of power and wealth, with federalism advocating for decentralized power and socialism promoting more centralized control.
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National Hurricane Center Warns of Potential Tropical Storm Bertha Threatening Gulf Coast

National Hurricane Center Warns of Potential Tropical Storm Bertha Threatening Gulf Coast

A tropical depression that formed in the Gulf of Mexico on July 19 is expected to intensify into Tropical Storm Bertha, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). The system, located approximately 110 miles south of Panama City, Florida, is currently producing maximum sustained winds of 35 mph with higher gusts. A tropical storm watch has been issued for the Gulf Coast, stretching from the Ochlockonee River to the Mississippi/Alabama border. This watch indicates that tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 24 to 48 hours. The NHC forecasts that the system will move slowly northwestward before turning west-northwest or west, potentially impacting the northern Gulf Coast in the coming days. The storm is expected to bring significant rainfall, with totals ranging from 2 to 4 inches and localized amounts up to 6 inches, which could lead to flash flooding, particularly in urban areas. Additionally, swells generated by the system are anticipated to affect the Gulf coast of Florida, posing l...
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US data center protests go national as backlash grows

US data center protests go national as backlash grows

By Valerie Volcovici and Lisa Baertlein July 18 (Reuters) - Opponents of the rapid buildout of data centers plan to hold protests on Saturday in at least 125 locations across the United States, the first coordinated national effort to channel anger at the AI infrastructure expansion that has ramped
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Tropical Storm Fausto forms off Mexico's Pacific as tropical depression swirls in Gulf of Mexico

Tropical Storm Fausto forms off Mexico's Pacific as tropical depression swirls in Gulf of Mexico

Tropical Storm Fausto has formed well off Mexico’s southwest Pacific coast
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Tropical Storm Fausto Forms Off Mexico's Coast as Gulf Depression Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Fausto Forms Off Mexico's Coast as Gulf Depression Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Fausto has formed well off Mexico's southwest Pacific coast, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. The storm, which emerged from a tropical depression, is located approximately 750 miles south-southwest of the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. It is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Monday night. Meanwhile, a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Florida Panhandle, is being closely monitored as it could develop into a tropical storm. This system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to coastal areas of northern Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana as it moves west towards Texas. A tropical storm watch has been issued for parts of the Florida Panhandle to the Alabama border.
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Tropical Storm Threatens Gulf Coast with Life-Threatening Conditions

Tropical Storm Threatens Gulf Coast with Life-Threatening Conditions

A tropical storm is forming along the Gulf Coast and is expected to bring severe weather to Florida, Texas, and Louisiana starting Monday, July 20, 2026. The National Hurricane Center has identified a tropical depression approximately 110 miles south of Panama City, Florida, which is predicted to intensify into a tropical storm as it moves northwest. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, with up to 5 inches forecasted along the Louisiana coast, as well as 40 mph wind gusts and storm surges of up to four feet. A storm surge watch has been issued from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Alabama-Florida border, and a tropical storm watch is in effect from Florida's Ochlockonee River to Louisiana's Jefferson and Plaquemines parish line.
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Taylor Farms Issues Recall After Cyclospora Outbreak Affects Hundreds

Taylor Farms Issues Recall After Cyclospora Outbreak Affects Hundreds

Taylor Farms, a major produce supplier, has announced a recall of its iceberg lettuce products following a cyclospora outbreak that has affected hundreds of individuals across five states. The company has voluntarily removed all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market due to potential contamination with Cyclospora. The affected products were distributed between June 29 and July 16 across 27 states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in several states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified Taylor Farms de Mexico as the supplier of the contaminated lettuce. Taylor Farms has assured that none of its branded salads or kits are associated with the outbreak.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Parasite Outbreak

Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Parasite Outbreak

Taylor Farms has issued a recall for iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico, linked to a multistate outbreak of explosive diarrhea caused by a parasite. The recall affects lettuce distributed in 27 U.S. states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas. The outbreak has been associated with lettuce sold at some Taco Bell restaurants, prompting the CDC to advise against consuming lettuce from these locations in specific states. Taylor Farms is actively removing the affected products and has halted distribution from the implicated source.
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Life-threatening tropical storm to impact Gulf Coast states

Life-threatening tropical storm to impact Gulf Coast states

A tropical depression located approximately 110 miles south of Panama City, Florida, is intensifying and expected to develop into a tropical storm as it moves northwest through the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters warn of heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges along the Gulf Coast, particularly affecting Florida, Louisiana, and Texas starting Monday. The National Hurricane Center has issued a storm surge watch from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Alabama-Florida border, and a tropical storm watch from Florida's Ochlockonee River to southeast Louisiana's Jefferson and Plaquemines parish line. Rainfall could reach up to 5 inches along the Louisiana coast, with wind gusts of 40 mph and storm surges up to four feet predicted. Flash flooding and possible tornadoes are also anticipated in Florida's Big Bend region. Source time: Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:39:16 GMT.
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Taylor Farms Expands Recall of Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Affecting Multiple States

Taylor Farms Expands Recall of Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Affecting Multiple States

Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico due to a potential link to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak. The recall, announced on July 17 and published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on July 18, affects products distributed from June 29 to July 16 across 27 states, including Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. The outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, prompting major retailers like Walmart and restaurant chains such as Taco Bell to remove potentially contaminated products from their offerings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports over 1,644 illnesses and 94 hospitalizations across five states, though no deaths have been reported. The FDA's traceback investigation has identified a specific independent farm in central Mexico as the potential source of contamination.
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Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk

Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk

Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico because of a potential link to the multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened people across the U.S. The California-based company said products with the potential to be contaminated with the diarrhea-causing parasite were shipped to 27 states including Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania and Illinois