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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Elon Musk's Starlink is providing critical internet access to North Carolina. While Trump praised Musk's efforts, FEMA clarified that assistance was already underway, with 40 terminals deployed and more on the way. The storm has severely impacted communication and relief efforts.
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On September 30, 2024, Verizon experienced a significant service outage affecting over 100,000 users across the U.S. Reports indicated widespread issues, particularly in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. The company acknowledged the problem and is working to resolve it, but the cause remains unclear.
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Spirit Airlines' stock plummeted 36% in premarket trading on October 4, 2024, amid reports of a potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The airline struggles with $3.3 billion in debt and ongoing financial losses, following a failed merger with JetBlue Airways earlier this year.
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Hurricane Helene has caused catastrophic flooding in Asheville, North Carolina, leading to over 225 deaths and widespread destruction. Many residents are without power, clean water, or cell service, complicating recovery efforts. Local businesses, particularly breweries, face significant challenges as they assess damage and begin to rebuild.
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Former President Donald Trump has escalated his attacks on CBS News, accusing the network of editing Vice President Kamala Harris's interview to misrepresent her statements. He has called for the revocation of CBS's broadcasting license, labeling the network's actions as a 'Fake News Scam' and alleging election interference ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
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A federal judge ruled that Florida's Department of Health likely engaged in unconstitutional coercion by threatening TV stations to stop airing an abortion rights ad. The ruling comes amid a legal battle over Amendment 4, which seeks to protect abortion access in the state ahead of the November election.