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Local·10h ago

One dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey

A powerful nor'easter storm has impacted the northeastern United States, particularly New York and New Jersey, leading to one fatality and widespread disruptions. A man in Brooklyn was killed by a falling tree during the storm, which has caused significant coastal flooding, power outages affecting over 160,000 households, and the cancellation of numerous events, including concerts and sports games. Officials have warned residents to avoid travel and prepare for severe weather conditions, including strong winds and heavy rainfall.

BBC World

World·10h ago

Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane Polo

Hurricane Nolo is moving away from Hawaiian islands but threat of heavy rain, flash floods and strong winds persists Hurricane Nolo was moving away from the Hawaiian islands on Sunday, but the threat of heavy rain, flash flooding and strong winds persisted in areas of the island chain still recovering from previous storms. Nolo was about 365 miles (585km) south-south-west of Honolulu and moving away from the Big Island at about 12mph (19kph). Hurricane Polo remained a dangerous category 3 hurricane with top sustained winds of 125mph (205kph) and was moving to the north-north-west at 12mph.

The Guardian

World·9h ago

Trump asked Xi Jinping if China would like to buy US weapons, American ambassador says

During a recent meeting in Beijing, Donald Trump inquired whether Xi Jinping would be interested in purchasing weapons from the United States. This discussion occurred while Trump indicated he was holding back a $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, which he described as a potential negotiating tool with China. The White House later clarified that there are no plans to sell arms to China.

The Guardian World

World·13h ago

Embattled Serbian president resigns, paving way for early elections

Aleksandar Vučić's administration has been dogged by prolonged protests over allegations of corruption.

BBC World

World·10h ago

Mighty Sparrow, the Trinidad and Tobago singer known as the ‘calypso king of the world’, dies aged 91

Slinger Francisco, known as the Mighty Sparrow and recognized as the 'calypso king of the world', passed away at the age of 91 in New York, surrounded by family. He gained fame with his 1956 hit song 'Jean and Dinah'.

The Guardian World

World·3h ago

Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 28 dead

Two mass shootings in South Africa resulted in 28 fatalities within hours of each other. The first incident occurred at a bar near Johannesburg, where eight gunmen killed 18 people and injured 14. The second shooting took place outside an entertainment venue in Cape Town, claiming 10 lives and injuring 11 others. Authorities are investigating potential motives, including robbery and gang-related turf wars, as gun violence continues to be a significant issue in the country.

BBC World