Police Identify Victims and Seek Cause of Deadly Bus Crash Near Venice
More than 20 people were killed and several were in intensive care after a bus crashed through a guardrail and onto an empty street below.
Flood Threats Are Rising. Here’s Where People Are Moving Into Harm’s Way.
Rapid development along coasts and rivers has increased flood exposure worldwide, particularly in South and East Asia, a study found.
Book Review: ‘A Day in the Life of Abed Salama,’ by Nathan Thrall
In “A Day in the Life of Abed Salama,” Nathan Thrall untangles the political and personal story of a bus crash on the outskirts of Jerusalem.
After Intense Floods, New York City Lurches Back to Life
The city’s transit systems had resumed service, with some delays, as the rain abated on Saturday. The governor warned that climate change was making severe storms more common.
Biden’s Ambitious Promise for Lead Pipe Removal Comes Under Scrutiny
A string of unexpected impediments could delay the administration’s timeline on an issue that is central to its effort to address racial disparities.
Why New York City Keeps Flooding
When the city’s drainage network is overwhelmed, “it backs up,” experts said.
Tom Conway, Steelworkers President and Biden Ally, Dies at 71
A tough but pragmatic negotiator, he led his union through decades of tumult, then helped drive through the president’s infrastructure plans.
New Orleans Seeks to Avert Crisis as Saltwater Nears the City
A saltwater wedge is moving up the drought-drained Mississippi River, threatening public health in New Orleans and beyond.
Natural Gas Annual
(Fri, 29 Sep 2023) U.S. dry natural gas production increased year over year in 2022 for the second consecutive year, according to the 2022 Natural Gas Annual. Dry natural gas production was the highest for any year on record, dating back to 1930. Natural gas consumption also increased year over year in 2022.
Libya Flooding Disaster Underlines the Country’s Corruption
Repair work was agreed but never finished and Derna paid the price. Experts say infrastructure projects have long been neglected, with officials focusing instead on lining their own pockets.