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- 1Helene and Texas floods expose flaws in US disaster policy●The aftermath of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and the floods in Texas’ Hill Country expose weaknesses in federal a
Reporting on Hurricane Helene's aftermath in North Carolina and the deadly floods in Texas' Hill Country points to weaknesses in federal and state policies that let people keep building and living in areas where homes can be swept away. ProPublica argues both disasters show how permitting and floodplain rules fail to keep residents out of high-risk zones, renewing debate over land-use and disaster preparedness reform.
- 2Two Years After Hurricane Helene, Survivors Still Rebuilding▼Two years later, Helene survivors are still rebuilding lives
Two years after Hurricane Helene struck, survivors are still working to rebuild their homes and lives, according to news coverage marking the anniversary. Reports highlight the slow pace of recovery for communities affected by the storm, with many residents continuing to face displacement and unfinished repairs as the second anniversary passes.
- 3Hurricane Helene anniversary revives climate change debate▼Opinion: Remembering Hurricane Helene, recognizing climate change, regardless of politics
Opinion pieces in several North Carolina newspapers, including the Asheville Citizen Times, the Charlotte Observer and the News & Observer, are urging readers to remember Hurricane Helene while acknowledging climate change as a factor, regardless of political affiliation. The commentaries argue that recognizing the role of a warming climate in extreme weather should not be a partisan issue as communities continue recovering from the storm.
- 4Two years after Helene, political fight brews over recovery blame●2 years after Helene, the political fight brewing over blame for recovery efforts
Two years after Hurricane Helene struck the southeastern United States, a political dispute is forming over who should answer for the pace and quality of recovery efforts. Local and national coverage highlights growing friction between officials over accountability for rebuilding, with blame expected to feature prominently in upcoming political debates.
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French journalist and activist Hélène Hazera has died, according to the LGBT magazine Têtu, which reported her 'disparition'. Hazera was known both for her journalism and for her long-standing militant work for LGBT rights in France. Details about her age, the date of her death and the circumstances were not given in the initial reports.
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Hurricane Helene, which devastated parts of the southeastern United States, has revealed significant weaknesses in the region's health care infrastructure. Reporting from North Carolina highlights how damaged roads, closed facilities and disrupted services left communities struggling to access medical care after the storm, prompting questions about disaster preparedness and how health systems can better withstand future hurricanes.
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Search interest in BBC Northern Ireland has risen sharply, coinciding with coverage of a dispute involving the Orange Order. Alliance leader Helen McEntee is reported as saying that an agreement between the Orange Order and local residents is the only solution to the ongoing standoff. Little further detail is available beyond these reports.
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German Schlager star Andrea Berg appeared on the NDR talk show "Inas Nacht", where she was asked directly who is richer: she or fellow Schlager singer Helene Fischer. A remark she made on the show is now being read by some German media as a possible jab at Fischer, prompting headlines from outlets like Stern and Bunte about a rumored rivalry between the two performers.
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Helen Mirren was in Hamburg, Germany, where the 34th Hamburg Film Festival presented her with the Douglas Sirk Award. Pictures of the British actress at the festival are circulating, drawing attention to her appearance and the honour. The award recognises major contributions to cinema, adding Mirren to a list of distinguished recipients.
- 10Church reaffirms Hurricane Helene aid on second anniversary▼At 2-year mark, Church tells Helene victims: ‘We’re still here to help’
Two years after Hurricane Helene devastated communities in the southeastern United States, the Catholic Church is reaffirming its commitment to survivors, telling victims 'We're still here to help.' The anniversary has drawn attention to ongoing recovery needs, with faith-based organisations continuing to provide assistance to residents still rebuilding their lives and homes after the storm.
- 11Helen's "Linda's Head" Named Bandcamp Album of the Day●Helen, "Linda's Head" https://daily.bandcamp.com/album-of-the-day/helen-lindas-head-review # Music # Indie # NewMusic
The album "Linda's Head" by Helen has been selected as Bandcamp Daily's Album of the Day, with the site publishing a full review of the record. The release, tagged under indie and new music, is drawing fresh attention as the feature circulates among listeners, prompting renewed discussion of the band's ambient, atmospheric sound.
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German actress Iris Berben delivered a tribute speech for Dame Helen Mirren at the Filmfest Hamburg, drawing attention on German media and search trends. The gala moment pairs with broader buzz around celebrity appearances at the festival, alongside fashion coverage such as Céline Dion closing the L'Oréal show in Paris.
- 13Two years after Helene, mental health toll lingers in western North Carolina●2 years after Helene, mental health struggles reveal the storm's lasting impact in western NC
Two years after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, residents continue to struggle with mental health challenges, according to local reporting. The storm's lasting impact is still being felt as communities rebuild and people cope with loss, displacement and trauma long after the immediate disaster response ended.
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Darts fans are following Luke Humphries as the PDC World Grand Prix continues, with coverage of round one results drawing attention. St Helens players reportedly had mixed fortunes in their opening matches, while Humphries, a former world champion and one of the sport's top names, remains a focal point of the tournament as talk turns to how far he will go.
- 15New plan maps Western North Carolina's economic future after Helene▼New plan maps WNC’s economic future after Helene
A new economic recovery plan has been unveiled for Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. The plan outlines how the region intends to rebuild and diversify its economy after widespread storm damage. Details of the plan's specific proposals and local reactions have not yet been reported.
- 16Community learns power tools to rebuild after Hurricane Helene●After Hurricane Helene, this community was inspired to learn how to use power tools https://www.npr.org/2026/09/27/nx-s1
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, one community has taken up power tools to repair and rebuild homes damaged by the storm. NPR reports that residents inspired by the recovery effort learned DIY construction skills themselves, turning a disaster response into lasting self-reliance. The story has been praised as an example of grassroots resilience and neighbors helping neighbors recover.
- 17Governor Stein announces $5 million for Western North Carolina small businesses▼Governor Stein announces $5 Million to strengthen small businesses in Western North Carolina
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has announced $5 million in funding to strengthen small businesses in Western North Carolina. The money is aimed at helping local firms in the mountain region, which has faced economic strain since Hurricane Helene damaged communities across the area in late 2024.
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The BBC has confirmed when This City Is Ours, a crime drama filmed partly in Haydock, will return to screens. The St Helens Star reports the announcement, which is drawing attention locally because of the show's ties to the area. Fans of the Liverpool-set series have been awaiting news of its comeback since the first run ended.
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Merseyside Police is making headlines after announcing a charge over a garage and warehouse fire in the region. Separate updates from the force cover the interception of two drug dealers in Wigan, described by officers as believing they were above the law, and an update on men arrested after an armed street brawl in St Helens.
- 20Student protests in Paris met with police violence▼I see what’s happening here in Paris: reasonable student demands met with awful violence
Opinion writer Helen Massy-Beresford argues that student protesters in Paris have made reasonable demands but have been met with violent responses. She says the debate around the school protests has become angry and polarised, and sees it as a preview of how France's presidential election next year is likely to play out. The unrest has sharpened tensions over policing and youth activism in France.
- 21eTown airs new episode with Hurray for the Riff Raff and Peter One●NOW PLAYING == eTown with Nick and Helen Forster 9/30/26: Hurray for the Riff Raff, Peter One and interview guests The G
A new episode of the radio show eTown, hosted by Nick and Helen Forster in Colorado, is airing with music from Hurray for the Riff Raff and Peter One, plus an interview segment with The Green Grad Buffs. The show, known for its solar-powered broadcasts and community activism focus, is sharing the episode via its online feed.
- 22Valle Crucis church nears return home after Hurricane Helene▼A long road home: Valle Crucis church nears its return after Helene
A church in Valle Crucis, North Carolina, is close to returning to its building following damage from Hurricane Helene. The congregation has faced a lengthy recovery process since the storm devastated parts of western North Carolina in 2024. Local reporting highlights the community's patience and persistence as restoration work nears completion and members prepare to gather in their church again.
- 23Street photography captures neon-lit Tokyo nights●Tokyopolis - Japan 📸©helene-cook.eu #photography #artyear #urbanphotography #streetphotography #womeninstreet #photograp
Photographer Helene Cook has shared a new image in her Tokyopolis series, a night street photograph of Shinjuku, Tokyo, defined by neon lights and a cinematic, cyberpunk mood. The work sits within her ongoing urban photography project documenting Japan's capital, and it is being shared among street photography and women-in-street communities.
- 24Church Rebuilds Two Years After Hurricane Helene Damage▼Church finds new life two years after near devastation during Helene
A church that was nearly destroyed by Hurricane Helene is marking a new chapter two years after the storm, with its congregation celebrating recovery and restored life at the church. Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation across the southeastern United States in 2024, and faith communities like this one have become symbols of resilience during the long rebuilding process.
- 25Two Years On, Hurricane Helene Still Shapes North Carolina Politics▼Two years after the storm, Hurricane Helene shapes NC survivors' politics and beliefs
Two years after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, survivors say the storm has reshaped their political views and beliefs. Local reporting from WFAE examines how recovery experiences, government response and lingering hardship are influencing how residents in affected communities think about politics ahead of upcoming elections.
- 26Travel writers convention spotlights Haywood County and Helene recovery▼70th annual travel writers convention spotlights Haywood County, Helene recovery
Haywood County, North Carolina hosted the 70th annual travel writers convention, drawing national media attention to the mountain region. The event highlighted local destinations and the area's ongoing recovery from Hurricane Helene, which damaged communities across western North Carolina. Organizers hope coverage from visiting writers will encourage tourists to return and support the local economy.
- 27Helen Hyde's 'New Year's Day in Tokyo' Circulates Online●title: New Year's Day in Tokyo artist: Helen Hyde, born Lima, NY 1868-died Pasadena, CA 1919 source: Smithsonian America
Helen Hyde's color woodblock print 'New Year's Day in Tokyo' is drawing fresh attention after being shared from the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection. Hyde, an American artist born in Lima, New York, in 1868 and died in Pasadena, California, in 1919, was known for her Japanese-influenced prints. The artwork's seasonal subject makes it a fitting share as viewers discover or revisit her work through the museum's online catalogue.
- 28Helen Chesnut reflects on a gardening season of wins and small setbacks▼Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Giving thanks for the wins, rolling with the 'small potatoes'
Longtime gardening columnist Helen Chesnut closes the season with a Thanksgiving-themed look back at the garden, celebrating the successes while shrugging off the modest disappointments she calls 'small potatoes'. Her notes offer practical reflections on what grew well, what did not, and an encouragement to gardeners to appreciate modest harvests.
- 29Haywood County economy recovering after Hurricane Helene▼Haywood’s economy has rounded the corner after Helene, but there’s still work to do
Haywood County's economy has turned a corner in its recovery from Hurricane Helene, though local officials say significant work remains. The report highlights steady progress rebuilding the western North Carolina county's business activity after the storm's damage, while acknowledging ongoing challenges for sectors and workers still feeling the effects.
- 30Artist paints Hurricane Helene-affected churches as they stood before the storm▼'Paint these churches': Artist honors Helene-affected churches as they stood before the storm
An artist has begun a project called 'Paint these churches', creating works that depict churches damaged by Hurricane Helene as they appeared before the storm struck western North Carolina. The effort honors congregations and communities hit hard by the hurricane, preserving memories of landmarks that were altered or destroyed. Local coverage is highlighting the work as a tribute to recovery and resilience in the region.
- 31Classic 1958 horror film The Fly back in conversation▼The Fly Release date: 1958-07-16 Industrialist François Delambre is called late at night by his sister-in-law, Helene, w
The 1958 science fiction horror film The Fly is being discussed again. The story follows industrialist François Delambre, whose sister-in-law Helene calls him late at night to confess she has killed her husband, explaining that he died after using a matter transportation device he invented. Fans are revisiting the plot and the film's enduring place in horror cinema.
- 32Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren Share Their Polite 'MobLand' Routine▼Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren Reveal Their Polite ‘MobLand’ Routine (Exclusive)
Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren have opened up about their famously courteous on-set routine while filming the crime series 'MobLand'. In an exclusive interview, the two veteran actors described how they keep things polite between takes despite playing hardened crime-family figures on screen, offering fans a warm glimpse of their working relationship and mutual professional respect.
- 33Helen Forrest with the Artie Shaw Orchestra back on the air●🎵 Sonando en GRANDES FORROS DEL JAZZ 🎵: A Man & His Dream 👤 Helen Forest, The Artie Shaw Orchestra 💿 Essential Masters ⏳
The classic recording 'A Man & His Dream' by Helen Forrest with the Artie Shaw Orchestra, from the Essential Masters collection, is being featured on the jazz programme Grandes Forros del Jazz. The Argentine radio segment highlights big band swing standards, and listeners are sharing what is currently playing under the hashtag #radioforra.
- 34Helen Hyde's 'Bamboo Gate' Draw Eyes at Smithsonian●title: Bamboo Gate artist: Helen Hyde, born Lima, NY 1868-died Pasadena, CA 1919 source: Smithsonian American Art Museum
The Smithsonian American Art Museum is drawing attention to 'Bamboo Gate,' a work by Helen Hyde, the American artist born in Lima, New York in 1868 who later lived and worked in Pasadena, California. The piece, catalogued in the museum's online collection, is being shared among art lovers online, with viewers noting her cross-cultural subject matter and early twentieth-century style.
- 35Anton Corbijn Praises Helen Mirren as Patricia Highsmith in New Film▼‘A Talent for Murder’ Director Anton Corbijn Praises Helen Mirren’s Performance as Controversial Author Patricia Highsmith: ‘She’s a Great Jerk!’
Director Anton Corbijn has praised Helen Mirren's performance as novelist Patricia Highsmith in 'A Talent for Murder', jokingly calling the author, as played by Mirren, 'a great jerk'. Highsmith, known for novels like 'The Talented Mr. Ripley', was famously prickly and abrasive, and Corbijn's comments suggest the film leans into her difficult personality as much as her literary legacy.
- 36Fact-check: Roy Cooper's whereabouts during Hurricane Helene●Fact-check: Was Cooper really absent when Helene struck?
Fact-checkers are examining claims that North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper was absent when Hurricane Helene struck the state. The scrutiny focuses on whether Cooper was in North Carolina or traveling during the storm's landfall and immediate aftermath, a question that has become politically charged amid criticism of the state's disaster response.
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Ichiban, a Japanese restaurant on Tunnel Road in Asheville, North Carolina, is preparing to reopen after damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm hit western North Carolina hard in late September 2024, and businesses along Tunnel Road have been slowly recovering. The reopening is being covered by the Asheville Citizen Times as another sign of the local restaurant scene coming back.
- 38Vintage Poster for 1957 Film The Helen Morgan Story Resurfaces●The Helen Morgan Story (1957) movie poster Crime films; Romance films; Thrillers (Motion pictures) From Digital Collecti
A 1957 movie poster for The Helen Morgan Story, a crime, romance and thriller drama about thetorch singer Helen Morgan, has been shared from the Harry Ransom Center's digital collections at the University of Texas at Austin. The poster comes from the centre's digitised archive of film memorabilia, which makes historic cinema artwork freely viewable online. The film starred Ann Blyth as Morgan and was directed by Michael Curtiz.
- 39SCAD Savannah Film Festival to Honor Helen Mirren▼SCAD Savannah Film Festival To Open With ‘A Talent For Murder’ & Honor Helen Mirren With Legend Of Entertainment Award – The Savannah Tribune
The SCAD Savannah Film Festival will open with 'A Talent For Murder' and present Helen Mirren with its Legend of Entertainment Award. The announcement pairs the festival's premiere selection with a career honor for the acclaimed British actress, whose decades-long body of work spans film, television and stage. The news was reported by the Savannah Tribune, drawing attention from film fans and festival followers.
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A member of the Future Farmers of America is researching the mental health effects of Hurricane Helene, which devastated farming communities across the southeastern United States. The work highlights growing attention to the psychological toll of natural disasters on rural residents, who often face prolonged recovery, financial strain, and emotional hardship long after the storm itself has passed.