National defense bill clears hurdle, setting stage for final vote possibly this week

The Senate took up the National Defense Authorization Act late Monday, passing a motion that lets the legislation proceed and consideration of several controversial amendments. However, Kentucky Republican Rand Paul was one of those who opposed the motion and Monday...

The Monster Surge That Wasn’t: Why Irma Caused Less Flooding Than Expected

By HENRY FOUNTAIN and BRAD PLUMER September 11, 2017 NAPLES, Fla. — Across coastal Florida, the dreaded storm surge from Hurricane Irma — caused when ferocious winds pile up ocean water and push it onshore — was not as bad as...