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CBS News
7 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Large hail, damaging winds and flooding threaten North Texas on Sunday night and Monday
It was a warm start to the long holiday weekend, with highs reaching the low 90s and the heat index topping 100. The warm weather that began earlier this week will continue into Sunday. On Sunday, storms to the north and west will approach by evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats with these storms. The first wave is expected in the evening, followed by another toward daybreak. Storm chances peak on Monday, with another round of storms expected to develop in the daytime heating along and south of I-20. The severe threat will continue into the evening. We'll enjoy cooler temperatures starting Tuesday and through the rest of the week. Storm chances will appear daily into next weekend and the start of June.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Police investigating after woman fatally struck by multiple vehicles in Moody
MOODY, Ala. (WIAT) — A woman was killed after being struck by multiple vehicles in Moody on Friday night, according to the Moody Police Department. According to Moody Police Chief Reece Smith, the incident occurred around 8:15 p.m on Interstate 20 near Exit 147. The victim is a 57-year-old woman. At this time, police have not confirmed her identity. This is an ongoing investigation. This story will be updated as information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Deadly crash closes eastbound I-20 near Bowman Springs
A deadly crash has closed eastbound I-20 at East Loop I-820 in Fort Worth Monday evening, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. TxDOT said westbound traffic is being diverted to 820 north. There is not currently information on how many were injured or killed. The CBS News Texas chopper captured video of a motorcycle lying on its side in the middle of the road. Fort Worth police were also seen investigating the site of the crash. This is a developing story.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Hyderabad students struggle to secure US visa appointments as deadlines loom
1 2 Hyderabad: With the May intake approaching, many students bound for the US are still struggling to secure visa appointments, with available slots pushed more than two months ahead. This comes despite the US consulate's recent announcement of thousands of additional visa slots, which were booked almost instantly. Hyderabad-based students, whose colleges are set to begin in early June, remain in limbo as they wait for interview current wait time for F1 visa appointments exceeds two months. Hyderabad leads with a 75-day wait, followed by Kolkata and New Delhi at just over 60 days, while Chennai has a 45-day waiting period."I have to reach by the first week of June, but here I am, not even getting dates. My consultants also don't have much idea. I've already received my I20. I'm clueless at this point as to what to do next," said Randheer K from the city, who is also heading for a master's in data echo the same anxiety. "Chennai has a waiting period of a little over a month, but when they open slots, it's just five or ten at a time, usually for the next day. It's impossible to catch them," said Mahendra B, who is planning to pursue his master's in Data Science in New York. "I've been waiting for over two months now, I don't know how I'll manage to reach on time," he consultancies acknowledged that while such slot shortages are typical, students usually manage to secure appointments at least a month before departure. This time, however, many are already in their month of departure with no slot in sight."Even we do not have much details. In fact, the ones who are receiving the slot, most visas are being rejected. January intake was the worst for us, and this does not look any different. Over 300 students scheduled to leave by June are waiting for the visa slots," said Arvind Manduva from a registered consultancy in the Yuvaraj from another registered consultancy in the city added that it is better to plan early. "Students should start applying at least six months before to avoid last-minute rush. The situation is very different now from earlier now. There are multiple levels of scrutiny and it will only increase, hence starting the process as early as possible is advisable," he the Travel Agents Federation of India (AP and Telangana) added that the system is severely short-staffed. "Between May and August, only student visas are usually processed, but this time even F1 slots are scarce and the waiting periods are long. The immigration authorities have 52 counters, but only 50% of them are operational. That means fewer people to process the growing number of applicants," said Abdul Majid Faheem, chairman of the federation.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Visa woes hit Indian students hard ahead of summer intake
Hyderabad: As thousands of Indian students prepare for the US summer semester , many find themselves stuck, repeatedly refreshing visa portals with little luck. Technical glitches, lengthy wait times, and a massive shortage of appointment slots have upended travel plans. Between Jan and March 2025, Indian travel to the US dropped by 9% compared to the same period in 2024, according to data from the US International Trade Administration. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad In early 2024, about 1.2 lakh Indians flew to the US. This year, that number has slipped to just over one lakh. Travel consultants blame the spiralling "visa mess." F1 visa wait times now stretch beyond two months. Mumbai leads with a wait time of 82 days, followed by Kolkata (80), Hyderabad (58), and Chennai (35). "Chennai shows availability, but only a few slots open at a time — usually for the next day," said Mahendra Babu, who is planning to pursue master's in Data Science in New York. "I've been waiting a month. I need to leave in May, and I'm running out of time." Randheer Keeravaru, also bound for a Data Science programme, echoed the same concerns: "I have my I20, but can't find dates. My consultant has no clue either." City-based consultants say April is crucial for student departures, but many are stranded. "Jan intake was bad, and this is no better. Over 70% of visa applications are getting rejected. Our branch alone has 300–400 students waiting," said Arvind Manduva from I20 Fever, a registered consultancy. Tourist and business visas are even worse. Chennai's B1/B2 wait time is 407 days, followed by Mumbai (151), Hyderabad (140), and Kolkata (114). Abdul Majid Faheem of the Travel Agents Federation (AP & Telangana) said only half of 52 visa counters are operational, worsening the backlog. "Between May and Aug, only student visas are processes, but this time even F1 slots are scarce and waiting periods are long," he said.
