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Heavy rains in southern Brazil have killed at least 13 people and left 21 missing, authorities said on Thursday, prompting the state government to send rescue helicopters to search for stranded residents.Experts say the heavy rains that have hit Rio Grande do Sul in recent days are far beyond what is normal for this time of year.In the last four days of April, the state received about 70% of the precipitation it typically records throughout the month, according to data from the National Meteorological Institute analyzed by The New York Times.The rains caused rivers to swell in the state’s low-lying…

Birmingham, Alabama may be known for its history and Southern hospitality, but the “Magic City” holds unique treasures beyond its famous landmarks. From its storied past as a thriving industrial hub to the cultural melting pot it is today, there’s always something new to learn about Birmingham.Whether you are adapting to a new environment Birmingham apartmentsfind homes for sale, Or are already a long-time resident, uncovering these 12 interesting facts about the city will deepen your appreciation for its diverse culture and vibrant spirit. Basic information about Birmingham Median home sales price $190,000 average monthly rent $950 walk score 35/100…

Screenshot: Cam Higby X By Casey Harper (The Center Square) Pro-Hamas demonstrations on college campuses have become increasingly intense and even violent in recent days, forcing lawmakers to call for change. U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) sent a letter to Columbia University’s Board of Trustees this week offering an ultimatum: “Take action against anti-Semitism or lose federal funding.” “The anti-Israel mob that has taken over Columbia University in New York City is both disturbing and un-American,” Scott said in the letter. “Given the ongoing threat of violence, Jewish students no longer feel safe on Columbia’s campus. Over the weekend, A…

Wall Street reacted to this week’s Federal Reserve meeting on Thursday, predicting a range of outcomes for the next steps in monetary policy. Economists at most of the largest forecasting firms expect the central bank to cut its benchmark interest rate later this year. But the outlook ranges from one to four downward revisions, and most say only time will truly tell how far the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee can let its guard down. “The May FOMC meeting was largely calm but generally dovish,” Goldman Sachs economist David Mericle said in a client note. The report underscored the uncertainty…

The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced that Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption to participate in the 124th U.S. Open. Stay tuned for more content… This is an updating breaking news story, more details will be released soon. Please refresh this page to get the latest updates.Sky Sports brings you live updates. Get breaking sports news, analysis, exclusive interviews, replays and highlights. Live PGA Championship Golf Thursday, May 16, 1:00 p.m. Sky Sports is your trusted source for breaking sports headlines and live updates. Watch live coverage of your favorite sports: Football, F1, Boxing, Cricket, Golf, Tennis, Rugby…

View now Now Watch Premier League football in the UK from £12 With Chelsea’s dreams of European qualification in doubt and Tottenham’s hopes of a top-four finish dwindling, Thursday’s Premier League clash between the London rivals will be a game neither side can afford to lose. . Fourth-placed Aston Villa are seven points clear and Tottenham boss Ange Postkoglu needs to boost his squad’s morale after a humiliating defeat to Arsenal in the north London derby at the weekend.Chelsea, meanwhile, have gone three games without a win, leaving them five points adrift of the final European qualifying spot. The pressure…

President Biden called Japan, an ally, “xenophobic” in a speech this week and claimed many other countries faced a lack of immigrants.Biden spoke at a Washington, D.C., fundraiser on Wednesday, extolling the virtues and benefits of immigrants”This election is about freedom, America, and democracy. That’s why I need you so much. You know, one of the reasons our economy is growing is because of you and so many others. Why? Because we welcome immigrants.”Biden administration denounced for considering plan to accept Palestinian refugees: ‘A country committing suicide’ President Joe Biden speaks at the IBEW Construction and Maintenance Conference in Washington.…

Keller Williams was named to a separate class action lawsuit challenging changes to the brokerage’s profit-sharing plan. On Thursday, James McFarlane filed a complaint seeking class-action status U.S. District Court for the District of Maine. McFarland was in a relationship with Keller Williams from 2004 to 2018. In the past few weeks, 13 agents formerly affiliated with Keller Williams — Jerry Molder, David Booker, Robert Hill, Kevin Ortiz, Edward ·Fordyce, Paul Davis, Penny Alper, Jana and Denise Caudill, Eric Mendoza, Jack Levine, John Exnisios and Michael DEVLIN — Legal action has been taken against real estate brokerages through the filing…

Who has better madness? Last night, California law enforcement stepped in and began clearing an encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA. Not to be outdone, New Yorkers at Columbia University also had arrests just a day after UCLA college students sprayed police officers with fire extinguishers and barricaded themselves in plywood. (They did build a wall and Set up checkpointsthe irony seemed not to be noticed. Counter-protesters tried to pull down the plywood. They fired fireworks into the camp. They reportedly sprayed mace. Violence on both sides Then: Pro-Palestinian protesters and pro-Israel counter-protesters clashed at UCLA on Wednesday, breaking out…

President Joe Biden will address student protests over the Gaza war on Thursday, breaking days of silence amid police crackdowns on campus encampments, according to White House officials. The official declined to be named ahead of Biden’s speech. Republicans sought to turn scenes of rioting into a campaign cudgel against Democrats. Tensions have been rising at colleges and universities for days, with some demonstrators refusing to dismantle encampments and administrators turning to law enforcement to clear them with force, leading to clashes that drew attention from politicians and the media. But Biden’s last public comments were more than a week…