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Dolly Parton lends her talents to benefit concert in Philadelphia, Miss.
SUMMARY: Country music legend Marty Stuart is collaborating with Dolly Parton to bring the Congress of Country Music to life in Philadelphia, Mississippi. The first stage, renovating the historic Ellis Theater, is finished, and Parton is performing two benefit concerts at the theater to raise funds for the next phase. Tickets for the concerts range from $35 to $3,500. Stuart plans to break ground on the next phase in early 2024 and anticipates the project will take 18 months to complete.
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Helene and Milton are both likely to be $50 billion disasters, joining ranks of most costly storms
SUMMARY: Hurricanes Helene and Milton are expected to inflict damages surpassing $50 billion, potentially placing them alongside notorious storms like Katrina and Sandy. Most victims, especially affected by Helene’s flooding, lack insurance, leaving them financially vulnerable. While storm-related deaths have decreased, damages are escalating due to vulnerable infrastructure, rising rebuilding costs, and intensified storms from climate change. Experts warn that flooding, driven by increased moisture in the atmosphere, is becoming more severe. They advocate for a reevaluation of construction in high-risk areas and the societal implications of rebuilding after such disasters, raising questions about flood insurance and taxpayer support for recovery.
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Judge dismisses lawsuit over old abortion rights ruling in Mississippi
SUMMARY: A Mississippi judge dismissed a lawsuit from the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists challenging a 2022 law banning most abortions, citing it conflicts with a 1998 state Supreme Court ruling that protects abortion rights under the state constitution. Hinds County Chancery Judge Crystal Wise Martin stated the association lacked legal standing as there was no evidence the medical board threatened disciplinary action against its members for not referring patients for abortions. The plaintiffs plan to appeal the ruling to the Mississippi Supreme Court. The case has broader implications following the U.S. Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade.
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Trump and Harris offer new details about policies and strategy in dueling interviews
SUMMARY: As the presidential race intensifies, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have ramped up their media appearances, revealing more about their policy priorities. Harris has engaged with various hosts, including Charlamagne tha God and is notably appearing on Fox News. Trump participated in a challenging interview with Bloomberg and town halls on Fox and Univision, addressing key issues like abortion. Both candidates aim to broaden their appeal, especially among Black male voters. Harris criticized Trump’s stance on policing, while Trump expressed confidence in gaining support from minority voters, despite the Democrats’ advantages. Each interview is crucial in this tight race.
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