Laura Blewitt

Bloomberg

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Laura Blewitt is an energy reporter for Bloomberg. She is based in Houston, Texas.

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The rain in Texas continues to set national records. Floodwaters are still rising and rescue efforts may last -- not just for days, but for weeks, into the future.

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The rain in Texas continues to set national records. Floodwaters are still rising and rescue efforts may last -- not just for days, but for weeks, into the future.

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After months of deadly protest over living conditions and human rights abuses, President Nicolas Maduro is accused of running a phony election.

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After months of deadly protest over living conditions and human rights abuses, President Nicolas Maduro is accused of running a phony election.

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