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Debby has weakened to a post-tropical storm, after making landfall in Florida as a Category 1 hurricane Monday. It's expected to bring more heavy rain and flooding to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Friday and into the weekend. Homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage. You need a separate flood insurance...

If Debby damages your basement, here’s what’s not covered by flood insurance

Although Hurricane Debby has been downgraded to a post-tropical storm, heavy rain and wind are still battering the mid-Atlantic and Northeast coasts. Debby might only be the start of a few wild weeks -- the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a mid-season outlook that predicts 17 to 24 named storms for the peak of hurricane season.

Preparing for a Hurricane: 7 Steps to Protect Yourself From Big Storms

The Social Security payment schedule is a little different for August, and the second round of checks are headed out next week -- more than a week after the first payments were sent out. We'll fill you in when you can expect to see your payment hit your bank account. If you're still waiting on your check from July, check out why it may not have arrived and what you can do about it.

August's Social Security Check Is on the Way: Here's When You'll Get It

You may be eligible for a $2,500 payout if you've used the Cash App digital payment app to transfer money with a family member, friend or business in the last six years. The proposed $15 million class-action settlement claims Cash App and its parent company Block failed to take proper care to prevent unauthorized access to user accounts.

Cash App Customers Are Eligible for a $2,500 Payout. How to Submit a Settlement Claim

Tennessee State

Sevier County, TN

The Independent

 Parts of Dolly Parton’s amusement park Dollywood were left under water during severe flooding in Tennessee on Sunday, 28 July.A statement from the park read: “Park personnel directed guests to safety during the storm. At this time, one minor injury has been reported.“Dollywood is supporting guests whose vehicles were affected by this weather event, and cleanup crews have been deployed. The park currently is scheduled to open at noon on Monday.”The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Sevier County, Tennessee, from 5:39pm on Sunday, until 9:45pm.

Dolly Parton’s Dollywood under water after heavy flooding inundates theme park

You're browsing the web on your iPhone, reading about the latest iPhone 16 rumors when you notice that things look a little off. Images are misshapen, some information is missing. You might be wondering what's going on. Instead, you should be asking: When was the last time you cleared your...

When Was the Last Time You Cleared Your iPhone Cache?

Venice, FL

Scripps News

Navigating the process to get FEMA aid has proven difficult for people who are trying to pick up the pieces after 2022's Hurricane Ian.

No calm after the storm for families fighting for FEMA aid

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People report feeling overwhelmed when tasked with Decluttering. Whether it's the lack of time, dealing with chronic illness, or managing ADHD, these obstacles can seem impossible. Today, we're going to make your decluttering process simpler by using the guide How To Overcome Common Obstacles To Decluttering.

How To Overcome Common Obstacles To Decluttering

When smart devices keep watch on your valuable home spaces, it's smart of you to ask about their hacking and security vulnerabilities. Security cameras have run into disasters in the past, like an ADT employee who spied through customer cams for years before ADT resolved the issue, or Wyze's video glitch that let strangers see other people's home videos.

6 Ways to Stop Your Home Security Camera From Being Hacked

Georgia State

The US Sun

A KILLER hurricane storm has brought more than just strong winds and destruction when it recently made landfall. Leaving a trail of death and destruction in her wake, Hurricane Debby also left more than two dozen packages of cocaine along a beach in Florida. Hurricane Debby is already responsible for killing at least five people […]

Hurricane Debby washes over $1million of cocaine onto Florida’s shore during deadly ‘once-in-1,000-year’ storm

The US has experienced record high temperatures over the past few weeks. Extreme heat can exacerbate chronic conditions, including heart problems, so knowing what to do when someone is having a heart attack is essential. There are steps you can take to improve the chances of survival and potentially save...

How to Survive a Heart Attack in Hot Weather, According to Experts

Vacuuming your house or apartment is an unavoidable part of adulthood, and it's a necessary task for maintaining a healthy and comfortable living space. Vacuuming -- next to doing the dishes -- might be the chore done most often and it may also be one of the most instantly gratifying. Seeing the dust or pet hair forcefully sucked up while rolling around a powerful machine can be highly satisfying.

Stop With the Back-and-Forth Motion. Here's the Right Way to Vacuum

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Have you ever wondered if your home mirrors your true self? Just like people present their best selves on social media, our homes can showcase our personalities and lifestyles. Does your home reflect who you are? I hope so because this will make you the most comfortable.

Decluttering | Does Your Home Reflect Who You Are

If you've had a few sleepless nights during this hot summer, you're not alone. For hot sleepers, a cooling comforter is an essential sleep product to help get a good night's sleep. And right now our favorite cooling comforter, the Rest Evercool cooling comforter, is 30% off. Thanks to an exclusive offer code for CNET readers, you can save an additional 20%. Use the code CNET at checkout to see the bonus savings.

Use This Exclusive Code to Save Over $100 Off Our Favorite Cooling Comforter

North Carolina State

 The remnants of Debby picked up the pace Friday, moving north and northeast from the Carolinas and still packing a punch with heavy rains, flash flooding and the threat of tornadoes.The Mid-Atlantic states and parts of New York and New England will see significant rainfall that could cause dangerous flooding into the weekend, such as on parts of Interstate 95 near bigger cities, said Jon Porter, Accuweather’s chief meteorologist. From eastern Virginia up to Vermont there may be an active stretch of tornadoes on Friday, he said.“There will be multiple threats in Debby’s final chapter, and it’s a dangerous...

Debby bringing heavy rain, flooding and possible tornadoes northeast into the weekend

Griddles have had a resurgence in the past few years, thanks in large part to the brand Blackstone, and are becoming a go-to cooking option for many. While these flat-top cooking tools aren't new, the simplification of use, new features and lower costs have made the option to cook nearly any meal you'd want on a flat surface very appealing. No matter if you have the best grill around, there are things that aren't going to cook on a grate, like pancakes.

How to Clean Your Griddle

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Not the best option for supportive for people over 250 pounds. Not for those who prefer neutral-feeling mattresses. If you're an eco-conscious shopper, there are many natural and organic mattresses to check out online. However, if you want to try the mattress out in a shop before you buy, that's another story. Some online brands have showrooms where you can see if the bed is right for you in a brick-and-mortar store, and to me, that's one of Naturepedic's biggest selling points.

Naturepedic Serenade Mattress Review 2024: Singing You to Sleep With Organic Comfort

The biggest summer sales have now come and gone, but we're still seeing some great deals at Amazon, some of which are reaching record-low prices. For instance, a selection of TheraGun massage guns has been discounted by up to 30%. This includes the TheraGun Mini that, for a limited time, is back to its Prime Day offering of $149. That's $50 less than its typical cost.

Amazon Sale Drops TheraGun Massage Guns to Prime Day Prices or Better

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Hands-On Flood Protection: Do-It-Yourself Guide

Water damage in your home can come in many forms. For some, flooding is one of the most common causes of damage in a home due...

Hands-On Flood Protection: Do-It-Yourself Guide

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