After Halong: The ones who stayed

When ex-Typhoon Halong flooded the Western Alaska village of Kipnuk last fall, a mass evacuation followed. Homes were displaced, with some 90% of the village’s structures destroyed, according to Gov. Mike Dunleavy. Most people made the difficult decision to leave the village. In the end, 19 people stayed behind, determined to see Kipnuk rebuilt — a […]

Earth tremors mapped across Hungary: where it may be risky to live – and images of a devastating earthquake in the Philippines

Earthquakes in Hungary pale in comparison to the catastrophe that has struck the Philippines - check out some photos.

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At Least 19 Dead After 7.8-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday, 8 June, killing at least 19 people. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across the region and damaged buildings and infrastructure. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council continues to consolidate casualty figures, while local reports indicate that at […]

Is Lake Velence in imminent danger? Experts are coming up with unusual plans to save it

The situation at Lake Velence is becoming increasingly alarming. According to experts, natural processes alone may no longer be sufficient to restore the balance, which is why solutions that seemed unimaginable, are now being considered.

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Austria’s asbestos scandal: quarries closed amid questions over exports to Hungary

More evidence suggests that Austrian authorities and quarry operators have been aware of asbestos contamination for years, while continuing to generate substantial profits from stone and gravel exported to Hungary.

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89 Years Later, It’s Still Incredible How Good the Images of the Hindenburg Crash Are

On this day 89 years ago, the Hindenburg disaster in Lakehurst, New Jersey, shocked onlookers and resulted in 35 fatalities and dozens of injuries. It was a tragedy that accelerated the end of the age of the airship. It was also remarkably well photographed, and the nearly 90-year-old pictures, both still and motion, continue to captivate audiences.

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Hungarian city faces health risk after asbestos-linked gravel traced to Austrian quarries

A serious environmental and public health risk has emerged in Szombathely, western Hungary, where nearly 100,000 tonnes of asbestos-contaminated gravel may have been used in road construction.

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Lao Brewery Company Supports Hailstorm-Affected Communities in Vientiane

Lao Brewery Company has provided emergency assistance to communities in Sikhottabong and Naxaithong districts following severe hailstorms that caused damage to homes and property on March 22. On March 26, a company delegation, together with representatives from its affiliated organisations, delivered 5,000 packs of drinking water and beverages to support affected families. The donation, valued […]

Disaster aid deadline extended for Western Alaska storms

The State of Alaska and the Federal Emergency Management Agency have extended the deadlines to apply for individual disaster assistance for those affected by October storms in Western Alaska. The new deadline for applications is April 3. It is the second extension of the deadline to allow more people who were affected by remnants of […]

Was Griechenland wusste: das tödliche Geschäft des Abu Sultan

"Eine monatelange Untersuchung unter der Leitung des griechischen Investigativmediums Solomon und des Netzwerks Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism in Zusammenarbeit mit El País und der taz ergab, dass die griechischen Behörden schon früh wussten, dass die 'Pylos 9' unschuldig waren, sie aber fast ein ganzes Jahr in Untersuchungshaft behielten." Griechenland kriminalisiert systematisch…

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