(ANTIMEDIA) Since the end of August, calamitous hurricanes have dominated the news cycle. From Harvey to Irma to Maria, which grew from
a Category 1 to a Category 5 storm in just half a day, many people want
to stay informed about the struggle and damage these natural disasters
are leaving in their wake.
Unsurprisingly, the media’s obsessive focus on the disasters has not only jarred some
residents trying to keep their families safe — it has also allowed
other important developments to remain on the back burner.
Though these other stories have received some degree of attention in
mainstream narratives, they haven’t received the extensive coverage they
deserve. Here are five vital developments from the past few weeks that
have taken a backseat to the drama and destruction of hurricanes:................
