An earthquake rocks Italy, Turkish forces cross the border into Syria.

And all of you have thoughts on welfare.

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So there's been a lot in the news this week, Sarah.

Yes, definitely.

So first and foremost, we want to send, gosh, thoughts and prayers seem so empty.

But Louisiana is dealing with one of the worst natural disasters since Hurricane Sandy.

13 people have died after incredibly bad flooding.

This, I can't even wrap my mind around this number.

But I believe this is 6.9 trillion, I think that's enough zeros, gallons of rain in one week.

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