Israel intensifies strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen under Operation Black Flag
Israel’s Minister of Defense announced the launch of Operation Black Flag, with the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) carrying out strikes on multiple mi...
At least 10 tornadoes struck the southeastern U.S. states of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi on Saturday, December 28, with severe weather causing widespread damage and leaving at least one person dead near Houston, according to local law enforcement and the National Weather Service.
At least one person has died near Houston, texas following a devastating tornadoes that hit the southeastern area of the United States on Saturday, according to reports. The tornadoes hit Texas hardest, with Crockett, Texas, suffering significant damage. The severe tornado brought down trees and power lines, and ripped parts of the roof off a clinic near a nursing home. The storm also caused heavy flooding, worsened by a burst water pipe, which further increased the danger for residents and drivers in the area.
Across the Texas Gulf Coast, storms and overcast skies plagued the region, including in Galveston Bay and Dickinson. Heavy rains, strong winds, and frequent lightning strikes intensified the already hazardous conditions. The intense weather prompted multiple warnings and advisories as authorities worked to manage the situation.
In Louisiana and Mississippi, additional tornadoes were reported, though damage was less severe. Power outages affected thousands of residents, with emergency crews working around the clock to restore services. The full extent of the damage in these states is still being assessed.
Local authorities have warned residents to stay vigilant as severe weather conditions could continue through the weekend. Emergency response teams are focused on rescue efforts in the hardest-hit areas, while local governments are preparing for further storms expected in the coming days.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off Japan’s Tokara Islands on Wednesday, with no tsunami warning issued but residents advised to remain vigilant.
The United States has rescinded licensing restrictions on ethane exports to China, allowing shipments to resume after a temporary halt and signalling progress in efforts to ease recent trade tensions.
Italy plans to grant approximately 500,000 work visas to non-EU nationals between 2026 and 2028, as announced in a cabinet statement. The initiative aims to address labor shortages by expanding legal immigration pathways
Following a deadly glacier collapse in Blatten, near the Swiss Alpine village of Kandersteg, the town is on high alert as melting permafrost and shifting rock threaten another potential disaster after it was buried a month ago.
China’s northern and western provinces are on high alert for flash floods and landslides as intense monsoon rains continue to overwhelm defences, killing at least seven and displacing communities across the country.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged Elon Musk to steer clear of politics and prioritise his companies, after the Tesla CEO announced the formation of a new political party in defiance of President Donald Trump.
TikTok is building a new version of its app for U.S. users ahead of a planned sale to American investors, The Information reported, as President Donald Trump prepares fresh talks with China over the platform’s future.
BRICS leaders meeting in Rio de Janeiro have condemned attacks on Iran, Gaza and Kashmir, while presenting the expanded bloc as a rising force for multilateralism in a world dominated by U.S.-led policies.
Israel’s Minister of Defense announced the launch of Operation Black Flag, with the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) carrying out strikes on multiple military targets belonging to the Houthi movement in Yemen.
UN teams have deployed to Syria’s coastal Latakia province, where wildfires have been burning for four days, forcing hundreds of families to flee and destroying large areas of farmland and infrastructure.
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