Five Trump priorities face tough 2018 congressional year
Congress begins 2018 with a tight Senate after Doug Jones wins Alabama. Key issues include North Korea pressure, a stalled infrastructure push, and attempts to repeal Obamacare amid a 51 seat Senate. Debt limit fights loom as midterm elections approach and welfare reform enters the agenda.
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Record heat fuels debate on climate versus weather
Scientists say weather is short term while climate shapes long term trends. Since 1880 NOAA notes the ten hottest years all since 1998, led by 2016 2015 and 2014. Arctic warming and shrinking sea ice are linked to stronger heat transfer and a hotter Southwest with more wildfires and drying vegetation.
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Surviving Times Square New Year’s Eve Cold Snap
As Times Square braces for a frigid New Year’s Eve with midnight feels like 10 below and 20 mph winds, experts advise layered clothing, insulated mittens, warm socks and boots, wind and water resistant outerwear, and minimal skin exposure. Bring chargers and hand warmers, skip street alcohol, monitor for hypothermia, and arrive early for a good view while anticipating long waits.
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Trump demands wall and reforms before DACA fix
President Trump urged Democrats to back a border wall and other immigration changes before supporting a DACA fix. He framed the issue in a broad tweet storm, warning of deportations if DACA ends and defending his record while attacking coverage.
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