GETNEWSGlobalExpressTime

Nadia Brooks, journalist at GlobalExpressTime

GET News · US & Canada

Nadia Brooks

North America Correspondent

Nadia Brooks is GlobalExpressTime's North America correspondent, covering news across the United States and Canada, from federal politics and social affairs to the stories shaping daily life on both sides of the border. She also leads the newsroom's health coverage, reporting on public health policy, medical research, and the healthcare systems millions of people depend on. Nadia's work is grounded in on-the-ground reporting rather than wire summaries, with a consistent focus on the human consequences of institutional decisions. She is based in New York and reports across North America for GlobalExpressTime's global audience.

Latest from Nadia Brooks

"NOAA forecast track map showing Tropical Storm Bertha near Galveston, Texas on July 23, 2026."

Bertha Reaches Texas Coast, Weakens Near Galveston

Tropical Storm Bertha moved inland over eastern Texas on Thursday, July 23. Rain totals, the Texas coast warning zone, and Galveston surf hazards explained.

Jul 24, 2026us-canada

A bright bolt of lightning streaks horizontally across a dark night sky above the silhouettes of trees and an apartment building.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch DC: Wind, Hail and Flood Risk

The DC region was under Severe Thunderstorm Watch 509 until 10 p.m. July 21, 2026, with damaging wind gusts, large hail, and flash flooding as confirmed threats.

Jul 21, 2026us-canada

Representative image of dark storm clouds during severe weather conditions.

Tornado Watch 507 Put All of New Jersey Under Alert. Then the Warnings Started.

Tornado Watch 507 covered all of NJ and NYC until 9 p.m. on July 21. A warning is worse, here's the key difference and what each alert requires.

Jul 21, 2026us-canada

Representative image of a tornado forming beneath dark storm clouds during severe weather.

NYC Tornado Watch: What It Means and What to Do

A Tornado Watch covered all five NYC boroughs on July 21 until 9 p.m. Here is what the watch meant, how it differed from a warning, and the real storm threats.

Jul 21, 2026us-canada

National Hurricane Center forecast map showing Tropical Storm Bertha with 60 mph winds near Florida’s Gulf Coast on July 21, 2026, tracking west toward Louisiana and Texas with Gulf Coast watches and warnings

Tropical Storm Bertha at 60 mph: Gulf Coast Path and Hazard Update

Tropical Storm Bertha carries 60 mph winds toward the northern Gulf Coast on July 21, with storm warnings stretching from Florida to Louisiana. Path, hazards, and preparation.

Jul 21, 2026us-canada

Sample United States Social Security card showing fictional personal details and a placeholder Social Security number.

Your Replacement Social Security Card: Free, Fast, Official

Lost your Social Security card? The SSA replaces it free of charge, with the card arriving by mail within 5–10 business days of the request being processed. Here is the official process, required documents, and July 2026 payment dates.

Jul 20, 2026us-canada

Smoke covering a forested landscape with dark silhouettes of trees beneath a hazy sky.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Moves Into Great Lakes as Air Quality Alerts Continue

Fresh Canadian wildfire smoke targets the Great Lakes and Midwest on July 19 as storms give the Northeast a brief break. Check AirNow before any outdoor plans.

Jul 19, 2026us-canada

People walking through a public square in bright sunlight during hot weather.

Chicago Weather Today: Heat Near 90°F, Storms Due

Chicago faces a heat index near 99°F and afternoon thunderstorms Saturday, with an official air quality alert still active for the greater metro area.

Jul 18, 2026us-canada

Entrance of a Dollarama store with the yellow Dollarama sign above the storefront.

Dollarama Recalls Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder

Dollarama has recalled Heavenly Spices 70 g garlic powder Canada-wide over Bacillus cereus contamination. Check UPC 6 67888 50634 7 and lot code BB: 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT.

Jul 18, 2026health

Taco Bell restaurant and fresh lettuce representing the investigation into a possible Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce served at Taco Bell locations.

Investigators Examine Taylor Farms Lettuce in Taco Bell Cyclospora Cases

Investigators are examining Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants as a possible contamination source in a cyclosporiasis outbreak with 1,645 confirmed U.S. cases. The FDA has not issued an official recall.

Jul 17, 2026health

: Smoky haze covering a city skyline during wildfire smoke conditions.

Chicago Air Quality: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Hits Region

The Illinois EPA issued a Red Air Pollution Action Day on July 16 as Canadian wildfire smoke and ozone pushed Chicago air quality into the unhealthy range.

Jul 16, 2026us-canada

Fresh lettuce and vegetables displayed in a grocery store.

Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Lettuce or Salad Greens Identified as Potential Source

Michigan health officials say lettuce or salad greens may be behind a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has reached 2,640 cases in the state. No specific product, grower, or supplier has been named. Here is what the investigation has found.

Jul 14, 2026health

Microscopic image showing Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts, the parasite responsible for cyclosporiasis

Cyclospora Parasite Tops 300 Cases in Michigan

Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak passed 300 cases by July 2 as CDC monitors 145 infections across 17 states. No food source has been identified.

Jul 3, 2026health

John Trumbull’s painting showing the Declaration of Independence drafting committee presenting the document to the Continental Congress in Philadelphia

July 4, 1776: What the US Celebrates on Independence Day

The US marks 250 years since the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 here is what actually happened and why 2026 is different.

Jul 3, 2026us-canada

John Trumbull painting depicting the presentation of the Declaration of Independence to the Continental Congress.

What Actually Happened on July 4, 1776

Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, but the famous signatures came 29 days later. Here is what actually happened on that date.

Jul 3, 2026us-canada

Representative image of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara under clear skies, illustrating warmer conditions of about 71°F compared with approximately 58°F in San Francisco.

San Francisco Weather Now Santa Clara Runs 13°F Warmer

San Francisco weather right now sits near 58°F while Santa Clara where Levi's Stadium actually stands is reading around 71°F Here's the full Bay Area breakdown.

Jul 2, 2026us-canada

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus on the Empire State Building spire with a peace banner, alongside an aerial view of the Manhattan landmark.

Empire State Building Climbers Taken Into Custody

Netflix Skywalkers stars Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus scaled the Empire State Building spire, appeared to get engaged, and were taken into NYPD custody.

Jul 1, 2026us-canada

: Fireworks illuminate the night sky above a Canadian waterfront and city lights during a large public celebration.

Canada Day Fireworks 2026: Where to Watch Across Canada

Canada Day 2026 falls on Wednesday, July 1. Here's where to watch fireworks on Canada Day, from Burnaby at 10:15 p.m. to Edmonton at 11 p.m.

Jun 29, 2026us-canada

National Weather Service map showing Flood Warnings across central and western Kentucky, a Flood Watch in southeastern Kentucky, and Heat Advisories in western areas, updated June 28, 2026.

Flash Flooding Kills 4 in Kentucky, State Emergency Declared

Kentucky flash flooding killed four on June 27 as Gov. Beshear declared a statewide emergency, shutting at least 12 roads and triggering dozens of rescues.

Jun 28, 2026us-canada

NWS Des Moines map showing an Extreme Heat Warning across most of Iowa, an Extreme Heat Watch in northeastern Iowa and a Heat Advisory in western Iowa.

Iowa Under Extreme Heat Warning as 110°F Index Looms

An Extreme Heat Warning now covers most of Iowa through Tuesday evening, with heat index values climbing toward 110°F as the wave spreads east across the U.S.

Jun 28, 2026us-canada

Zaire Wade arrested Burbank California June 2026 son of Dwyane Wade NBA

Zaire Wade Arrested in Burbank on Suspicion

Zaire Wade, 24, was arrested in Burbank on June 21 on suspicion of domestic violence, criminal threats and false imprisonment. Bail was set at $50,000.

Jun 27, 2026us-canada

Statin severe muscle risk prediction, Oxford University Nuffield Department clinical research

Oxford Tool Predicts Statin Severe Muscle Risk

Oxford's statin severe muscle risk prediction model uses 22 factors on 5.6 million records, showing 98%+ of eligible UK patients face low 10-year hospitalisation risk.

Jun 26, 2026health

Firefighters battling the massive Allentown warehouse fire as thick black smoke rises from a vacant former furniture factory on North Front Street, Allentown PA

Allentown Warehouse Fire 7 Families Displaced

A six-alarm Allentown warehouse fire gutted a vacant factory on June 24, 2026, damaged seven homes, displaced seven families, and injured one firefighter.

Jun 25, 2026us-canada

Representative image: Honda Vehicles

Honda Recalls 880,000 Vehicles Over Rear Suspension Risk

Honda recalls 880,514 U.S. Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport and Acura MDX vehicles over rear subframe corrosion, suspension failure and crash risk.

Jun 14, 2026news