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4 urgent lessons for Jamaica from Puerto Rico’s troubled hurricane recovery – and how the Jamaican diaspora could help after Melissa
4 urgent lessons for Jamaica from Puerto Rico’s troubled hurricane recovery – and how the Jamaican diaspora could help after Melissa Jamaica can learn from Puerto Rico’s experiences in recovering from Hurricane Melissa by prioritizing local organizations and community groups for disaster response and recovery, as they are essential first responders and transition into recovery […]
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How vulnerable is critical infrastructure to cyberattack in the US?
How vulnerable is critical infrastructure to cyberattack in the US? Critical infrastructure in the US, including water, health, and energy systems, is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. A “hybrid” battle between physical and digital attacks is becoming more common, making critical infrastructure a target for both nation-state and non-state actors. The 2021 Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack […]
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Children in military families face unique psychological challenges, and the barriers to getting help add to the strain
Children in military families face unique psychological challenges, and the barriers to getting help add to the strain Children in military families face unique psychological challenges due to frequent relocations, deployments, and the constant threat of war, which can lead to depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Military children are more likely to experience mental health […]
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Planned blackouts are becoming more common − and not having cash on hand could cost you
Planned blackouts are becoming more common − and not having cash on hand could cost you Are you prepared for when the power goes out? To prevent massive wildfires in drought-prone, high-wind areas, electrical companies have begun preemptively shutting off electricity. These planned shutdowns are called public safety power shutoffs, abbreviated to PSPS, and they’re […]
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