A loud noise shook Ajay Ghosh awake at his home in the southern Indian state of Kerala in the early hours of Tuesday. At first, the salesman, who lives in Wayanad district’s Mundakkai village, did not quite understand what caused the sound. But when he looked out and saw...

The scenic Indian villages devastated by deadly landslides

The Standard

A man from India has lost nearly 100 loved ones from his village in deadly landslides as hundreds of rescue workers continue searching for missing bodies.Some 300 rescue workers searched through mud and debris on Wednesday as the death toll from multiple landslides in Southern India had risen to 166.Landslides occurred in Kerala following torrential rains triggering torrents of mud and water that swept through tea estates and villages.Rescue workers have continued to make their way carefully through slush and rocks, under steady rain, and have returned 77 bodies to families. However, many are still lost.A UAE expat from Kerala...

Man loses 100 loved ones as India landslides wipe out his entire village

The Independent

 Search teams were still digging at the site of deadly mudslides in southern Ethiopia on Friday, as the death toll rose to 257, according to the U.N. humanitarian office. Heavy rain triggered deadly slides on Sunday and Monday in a remote part of the country. The U.N. humanitarian office, known as OCHA, said in an update Thursday that the death toll could rise to as many as 500, citing local officials.“More than 15,000 affected people need to be evacuated" from the area, it said.Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is expected to visit the remote area on Friday. Mudslides there...

Search for people missing after Ethiopia mudslides continues as death toll rises to 257

The death toll from the massive landslides that have hit the southern Indian state of Kerala has now crossed 158, with officials saying 187 people are still missing. Rescue operations, that had halted late Tuesday night, resumed on Wednesday morning. The landslides are the worst disaster to hit the state...

Scores missing as India landslides kill 158

Sudden downpours and flash flooding caused a highway bridge to partially collapse on July 19, 2024, in China’s Zhashui County, claiming 11 lives. More than 30 people have been reported missing as of July 20. A highway bridge in Zhashui County, Shaanxi Province, partially collapsed on July 19 due...

11 confirmed dead, over 30 missing following highway bridge collapse in Shaanxi Province, China

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A Dime Saved

There are endless sources of inspiration for travelers nowadays, and with pandemic travel restrictions having been largely lifted, you can explore nearly every corner of the world.

10 Most Dangerous Cities in The World, Ranked

Texas State

More than 100 earthquakes struck West Texas between July 22 to 29, 2024, prompting the declaration of a state of disaster. The strongest in the series thus far was M5.1 on July 26 — making it the 6th strongest earthquake in Texas history. The earthquakes are caused by activities...

West Texas hit by over 100 earthquakes in a week, state of disaster declared

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The Boxing Day tsunami of 2004 remains one of the worst natural disasters in recorded history.Some 230,000 people died as the result of the cataclysm, which was sparked when a massive undersea earthquake off the western coast of Sumatra unleashed a series of devastating waves.These crashed over coastal areas across the region, hitting countries including Indonesia, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.And yet, moments before an unimaginable tragedy was about to strike, a startling discovery was made.As the water receded from a beach in Mahabalipuram, India, readying itself to return as a raging tsunami, a group of fishermen found themselves...

Devastating tsunami reveals drowned lost city in India

Relentless rain drenched the northern Philippines on Wednesday, triggering floods in Manila and deadly landslides as Typhoon Gaemi intensified the seasonal monsoon. Typhoon Gaemi, which has swept past the Philippines as it heads towards Taiwan, intensified the southwest monsoon rains typical for this time of year, the state weather forecaster said.

Streets turned into rivers as Typhoon Gaemi blows past Philippines

A two-story school collapsed during morning classes Friday in north-central Nigeria, trapping about 120 students and teachers, and setting off a frantic search for those in the rubble. A local television station reported 12 deaths.Authorities are yet to confirm the number of students and teachers killed in Saints Academy college in Plateau state’s Busa Buji community. But Channels Television said 26 people were being treated along with the deaths, citing a witness account at a nearby hospital.Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency said rescue and health workers as well as security forces have been deployed at the scene. It said that...

Dozens of students killed and more than 100 trapped after school building collapses in Nigeria

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Brandon, FL

Akeena

Hey taco lovers! Here's a heads-up about a recent hiccup at Romi's Tacos in Brandon, Florida. Known for its fresh, homemade Mexican eats and lively atmosphere, Romi's has been a go-to spot for those craving authentic flavors and good vibes.

Popular Florida Taco Joint Closed Again for dead millipedes, rodent droppings, and a live roach

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

CBS News

A 55-year-old American tourist died after taking ill during an excursion on the southern side of Mount Etna, in Sicily, Italy's alpine rescue service said Friday. Rescuers said the cause of his illness was still unknown, but warned against the risk of high temperatures coupled with humidity that may prove dangerous for tourists who usually have no specific preparation for such excursions. After being alerted on Thursday afternoon, the alpine rescue team and an air ambulance reached the man in a remote area.  Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene before his...

American tourist dead after suddenly getting sick on Sicily's Mount Etna

 At least 60 people were believed missing in Nepal after two buses were swept by a landslide off a highway and into a swollen river early Friday. Three passengers were rescued as the continuous rain made rescue efforts difficult. The three survivors were being treated in the hospital, government administrator Khima Nanada Bhusal said, adding that they reportedly jumped out of the bus and swam to the banks, where locals found them and took them to a nearby hospital. Landslides also blocked routes to the area in several places, according to Bhusal. Additional rescuers and security forces have been...

2 buses carrying at least 60 people swept into a river by a landslide in Nepal. 3 survivors found

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Athens, GA

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A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

A severe storm hit Latvia on the night of July 28, 2024, resulting in significant damage and widespread power outages. By 05:00 local time (LT) on July 29, Kalnciems had recorded 180 mm (7.1 inches) of rain, setting a new national record. The storm caused severe flooding, blocked highways, and disrupted train and airplane services, leaving tens of thousands without electricity and leading officials to issue a yellow alert.

Severe storm hits Latvia, record rainfall and extensive damage reported

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

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More than 150 dead, 187 missing after large landslides in Wayanad, Kerala

A series of large landslides caused by heavy rains struck Wayanad in the Indian state of Kerala at 03:00 local time (LT) on July 30, 2024....

More than 150 dead, 187 missing after large landslides in Wayanad, Kerala

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