Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) offices across the U.S. on Monday (March 3) to protest mass layoffs amid reported public sector cuts.
In Silver Spring, Maryland, protesters rallied under the slogan “Save NOAA Now!”, calling for the immediate reinstatement of dismissed workers and opposing further reductions.
“NOAA is critical—from ensuring the safety of our seafood to providing life-saving hurricane forecasts,” said demonstrator Mike Tidwell. “This agency plays a vital role in our lives, and we need to keep it strong.”
Former NOAA employee Hendrick Simoes, who lost his job just days earlier, warned of the broader consequences.
“NOAA impacts every aspect of life in America,” he said. “With these layoffs, we’re a less safe society, and we’re more vulnerable to extreme weather.”
Protesters held banners and chanted in support of NOAA employees, with many highlighting the agency’s crucial role in weather forecasting, environmental research, and public safety. The layoffs, which affected hundreds of workers last week, have sparked concerns about the country’s ability to respond to natural disasters and climate-related threats.
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Panama, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS)...
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has urged the White House to take immediate steps to address the growing threat of drone attacks on the United States, ...
Accidental poisonings among young children in the U.S. are rising sharply due to nicotine pouches and vaping, with a study warning of serious health r...
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington has successfully contributed to resolving the long-standing conflict between Azerbaijan and ...
The Financial Stability Board (FSB), the G20’s financial regulator, has paused further climate policy work as the United States distances itself fro...
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Panama, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS)
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has urged the White House to take immediate steps to address the growing threat of drone attacks on the United States, citing past incidents and their increasing use in global military operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington has successfully contributed to resolving the long-standing conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Accidental poisonings among young children in the U.S. are rising sharply due to nicotine pouches and vaping, with a study warning of serious health risks and calling for stronger regulation and public awareness.
A series of earthquakes have struck Guatemala on Tuesday afternoon, leading authorities to advise residents to evacuate from buildings as a precaution against possible aftershocks.
A deadly mass shooting early on Monday (7 July) in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighbourhood left three men dead and nine others wounded, including teenagers, as more than 100 shots were fired.
Australian researchers have created a groundbreaking “biological AI” platform that could revolutionise drug discovery by rapidly evolving molecules within mammalian cells.
Dozens of international and domestic flights were cancelled or delayed after Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted on Monday, but Bali’s main airport remains operational.
French member of parliament Olivier Marleix was found dead at his home on Monday, with suicide being considered a possible cause.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated on Monday that a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip alone is insufficient to resolve the conflict. He emphasised the necessity of a two-state solution where both Palestinians and Israelis can fully exercise their rights.
Bitcoin hit a new all-time high on Monday morning, surpassing the $123,000 mark and gaining over 4% during the day.
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Panama, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS)
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has urged the White House to take immediate steps to address the growing threat of drone attacks on the United States, citing past incidents and their increasing use in global military operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington has successfully contributed to resolving the long-standing conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment