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Northeast Blizzard Dumps Over 2 Feet of Snow, 40 Million Under Warnings
weather2 days ago

Northeast Blizzard Dumps Over 2 Feet of Snow, 40 Million Under Warnings

A historic Northeast blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow across New Jersey, Rhode Island and Long Island, leaving more than 40 million people under warnings as states of emergency and travel bans were declared; the disruption included thousands of flight cancellations (over 5,600), major school closures (including Boston), widespread power outages (over 660,000 customers), and broad transit restrictions, with conditions expected to persist into Tuesday.

Blizzard Grips Philadelphia Region with Transit Halts, Travel Bans, and Citywide Disruptions
weather2 days ago

Blizzard Grips Philadelphia Region with Transit Halts, Travel Bans, and Citywide Disruptions

A major blizzard hit the Philadelphia region, triggering widespread travel bans in New Jersey and Delaware, extensive power outages, and mass transit disruptions as SEPTA, Amtrak, and NJ Transit suspended or reduced service. Philadelphia International Airport canceled hundreds of flights, and many city services and closures followed (including the Philadelphia Museum of Art). The city declared a disaster emergency as crews worked to clear streets and restore operations, with some services gradually resuming later Monday and forecasts of easing conditions as temperatures rise later in the week.

Philly Gears Up for Coastal Snowstorm: Snow Emergency, Virtual School, and Travel Disruptions
weather4 days ago

Philly Gears Up for Coastal Snowstorm: Snow Emergency, Virtual School, and Travel Disruptions

Philadelphia braces for a coastal snowstorm Sunday through Monday with heavy snowfall (up to about 18 inches in the city and 14–20 inches in parts of New Jersey and Delaware) and strong winds, plus coastal flooding. A city snow emergency, Blizzard/Winter Storm Warnings nearby, and a Code Blue for homelessness are in effect. The Philadelphia School District will shift to virtual learning Monday; major highways face travel restrictions; PATCO will run on a snow schedule; trash collection and some city services are paused or delayed. Shoveling rules require clearing sidewalks within six hours after snowfall ends, with fines for violations. Public safety resources and hotlines are provided.

US Adds Countries Requiring Visa Bonds Up to $15,000
world1 month ago

US Adds Countries Requiring Visa Bonds Up to $15,000

The US has expanded its list of countries whose citizens must pay bonds of up to $15,000 to apply for visas, adding seven countries including five in Africa, as part of stricter immigration measures by the Trump administration. The bonds aim to prevent visa overstays but do not guarantee visa approval, and the process has made obtaining US visas more costly and challenging for citizens of these nations.

U.S. Immigration Restrictions and Deportation Focus on 19 Countries
politics2 months ago

U.S. Immigration Restrictions and Deportation Focus on 19 Countries

The Trump administration has suspended all immigration applications from 19 countries deemed 'high-risk,' requiring thorough re-review processes for applicants, in response to security concerns following a recent attack near the White House. This move is part of broader efforts to tighten immigration controls from certain nations, impacting applicants from countries already under travel restrictions.