#MemorialDay #USPresidentialElection
President Joe Biden and Donald Trump display contrasting messages on Memorial Day, with Biden honoring fallen heroes while Trump lashes out at opponents on social media. As they compete for the 2024 election, each conveys starkly different characters. read more
#MemorialDay #WhiteSharks
White sharks are returning to Cape Cod, with warnings from the New England Aquarium urging Memorial Day beachgoers of their presence in Massachusetts waters. The increased shark activity is due to a growing seal population in the area. read more
#USstorms #MemorialDay
Severe storms in the US left at least 11 dead, including two children, in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, with tornados causing devastation and power outages. The storms continued into Memorial Day, with more severe weather expected, while dangerous heat persisted in some regions. read more
#MemorialDay #HolidayHours
Memorial Day, formerly May 30, transformed into a federal holiday in 1971, now observed on the last Monday of May. Government buildings are closed, banks and stock markets won't operate, while most retailers are open, enticing shoppers with promotional sales. Travel sees a significant uptick. read more
#MemorialDay #WeatherSafety
Memorial Day weekend forecasts predict severe storms in the central US, including "violent" tornadoes with wind gusts over 90 mph, softball-sized hail in Oklahoma and Kansas, and potential hurricane-force winds. Chicago and Miami, popular destinations, are facing significant weather disruptions. read more
#MemorialDay #StormWarnings
Severe storms with hurricane-like conditions, egg-sized hail, and extreme fire danger are forecasted for Memorial Day weekend in various US states, potentially affecting travel plans. Chicago and Miami face severe storms, while the Midwest braces for tornadoes and hailstorms. read more
#Israel #MemorialDay
Jerusalem falls silent for Israel’s Memorial Day, marked with a two-minute siren as Benjamin Netanyahu leads a ceremony at Mount Herzl, vowing to defeat Hamas. Around 300,000 Palestinians fled Rafah as the Gaza offensive continued. read more