Seattle

Seattle, a major city in Washington state, USA, is currently in the news for several reasons. Firstly, Amazon, a major employer headquartered in Seattle, is cutting 16,000 jobs, impacting the local economy. Secondly, a fentanyl crisis is suspected after puppies in rural Washington, near Seattle, overdosed and needed revival. Thirdly, the Pacific Northwest, including Seattle, experienced 'catastrophic flooding' due to intense rains from an atmospheric river. This caused widespread disruption and required high-water rescues. Finally, Seattle's plan to host a Pride match at the FIFA World Cup, with Iran and Egypt scheduled to play, has sparked controversy due to those countries' laws criminalizing homosexuality. These events highlight Seattle's economic vulnerabilities, the opioid crisis's reach, the impact of climate change, and its role in international events and social issues.