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Jan 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Sicily's Slippery Slope: Town on the Brink After Massive Landslide

Sicily is facing a big problem. A huge landslide has left many homes hanging on the edge of a cliff. This happened after days of heavy rain from a cyclone. Over 1, 500 people had to leave their homes quickly. The landslide in Niscemi, a town in southwest Sicily, is massive. It's 4 kilometers long. P

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Indonesia's Rescue Agency Faces Budget Cuts Amid Rising Disasters

Indonesia's government has decided to reduce the budget for its main rescue agency, Basarnas. This decision comes even though the country faces more and more disasters. The cuts were approved by a parliamentary panel. They reduced the budget by 69. 38 billion rupiah, or about 4. 5%. This money will

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

Afghanistan's Battle with Nature's Fury

Afghanistan is facing a tough time with nature. Heavy snow and rain have caused big problems. Over three days, 61 people lost their lives. More than 110 were hurt. This happened in many parts of the country. The disaster management team shared this news. They also said that 458 homes were damaged or

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Jan 24 2026CRIME

Jamaica Travel Alert: Know the Risks Before You Go

Jamaica is a beautiful place. But the U. S. State Department has some serious advice for travelers. They say to be extra careful. Why? Because crime, health issues, and natural disasters are real problems there. The travel advisory for Jamaica was recently lowered. But don’t let that fool you. The

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

A Muddy Challenge: New Zealand's Race Against Time

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

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Jan 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Zealand Faces Aftermath of Devastating Landslides

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

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Jan 21 2026TRAVEL

Jamaica Travel: Know the Risks Before You Go

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

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Jan 18 2026WEATHER

South Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

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

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Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

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

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Jan 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

Japan's Clever Buildings: A Showcase of Resilience

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

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