Dozens of people were killed last weekend after a tornado outbreak flattened homes and businesses across eight states in the Midwest and South.
Many of the victims were in western Kentucky, prompting US President Joe Biden to travel to the state to survey the damage.
“The scope and scale of this destruction is almost beyond belief. … These tornadoes devoured everything in their path,” Biden remarked during his visit to Dawson Springs, Kentucky.
He announced that the federal government would cover 100% of the costs of emergency work for the first 30 days. This assistance includes shelter, debris removal, and the costs of overtime for law enforcement and emergency personnel.
Main Stories of the Week
NBA star Stephen Curry hugs Hall of Famer Ray Allen on Tuesday, December 14, after breaking Allen’s record for most 3-pointers in league history. The game was momentarily paused to celebrate this historic achievement.Hundreds of people line up at a vaccination center in Bristol, England, on Tuesday, December 14, as the government urged citizens to protect themselves against the Omicron variant.People in New York City participate in SantaCon, a Christmas-themed event that raises funds for charity, on Saturday, December 11.Smoke billows from a house in Cap-Haitien, Haiti, after a gasoline tanker explosion that claimed at least 71 lives and injured dozens.
Significant Moments
Michael Strahan shares a laugh with Laura Shepard Churchley after flying to the edge of space aboard a Blue Origin rocket.Bob Dole’s casket is transported out of the Washington National Cathedral following his funeral service on December 10.Shirley Raines sheds tears upon being named the CNN Hero of the Year for her charitable work on Skid Row in Los Angeles.Max Verstappen celebrates winning the Formula 1 World Championship in a dramatic finale.Joanna Martinez, a funeral home worker, transports a Covid-19 victim, as the country’s death toll surpasses 800,000.In Alto Hospicio, Chile, a large pile of secondhand clothing illustrates the impact of unsold imports.
These poignant moments reflect significant events occurring globally, capturing the spirit of humanity and the resilience in the face of challenges. For more updates on world events, stay tuned.
