In New Zealand, a race against time is unfolding. A landslide struck a popular campground on the North Island's east coast. Six people are still missing, including two teens. The search for survivors is far from easy. Heavy rains caused the disaster at Mount Maunganui, near Tauranga. Rescuers face
New Zealand is dealing with the consequences of severe landslides that struck the North Island. The worst hit was a popular campground in Mount Maunganui. Heavy rains triggered the disaster. It happened on Thursday morning. The landslide buried parts of the campground under mud and debris. Up to nin
Jamaica is a beautiful place to visit, but it's important to be aware of some serious risks before you pack your bags. The U. S. government has issued a warning to travelers, urging them to be extra careful due to crime, health concerns, and the aftermath of a recent hurricane. Hurricane Melissa hi
South Africa is in a tough spot right now. The government has called it a national disaster because of really bad floods and heavy rain. At least 30 people have died in the northern parts of the country. Limpopo and Mpumalanga are the worst hit, but other areas are also struggling. The floods have
Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt
Japan's buildings and landscapes are on display in Montreal. The show is called "Built Environment: An Alternative Guide to Japan. " It is at the Université du Québec à Montréal's Centre de design. This show is open until January 25, 2026. It features 80 projects from all over Japan. These projects
Mexico faced a rough start to the new year with a strong earthquake hitting the southern part of the country. The quake caused significant damage, including collapsed homes and disrupted roads. Sadly, two people lost their lives due to the tremors. The earthquake, which struck near the Pacific Coas
California is experiencing a remarkable turnaround from its recent dry spell. After a particularly arid year in 2024, the state is now seeing an abundance of rain. This sudden change has broken several records and brought both benefits and challenges. The recent downpours have been intense. Many ar
Mexico felt a big shake on a Friday. A 6. 5 earthquake hit the south and middle parts of the country. It was strong enough to interrupt the president's first press meeting of the year. Alarms went off, and people rushed outside. The earthquake's center was near San Marcos in Guerrero. This is close
Southern California is dealing with a massive cleanup after an unusually wet Christmas season. This is the wettest Christmas in recent memory, and it has caused a lot of damage. Just a year ago, wildfires were a big problem in places like Altadena and Pacific Palisades. Now, the weather has complete
