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Nepal races to reach hundreds trapped in hydropower tunnels after catastrophic Himalayan flood
Nepal’s flood death toll passes 1,200 as thousands remain missing, tunnel rescues continue and rebuilding costs could reach $5 billion.
What caused the Nepal–Tibet catastrophe that has left nearly 2,500 missing?
At least 586 people have been confirmed dead across Nepal and Tibet and 2,482 remain missing after a catastrophic Himalayan glacier collapse sent rock, ice, mud and floodwater through mountain valleys.
Bangladesh floods kill at least 44 and strand over one million as monsoon crisis spreads
Floods and landslides have killed at least 44 people across southeastern and northeastern Bangladesh, leaving more than one million stranded as damaged roads, power failures and continuing rainfall obstruct relief operations.
Hurricane Melissa intensifies into multiday assault on Jamaica with historic flooding and wind risk
Hurricane Melissa slams Jamaica with 140 mph winds, 40 inches of rain, and record surge. Find out how the island is battling one of its worst storms ever.
Gaza faces catastrophic hunger crisis as UN confirms entire population at risk of famine
Gaza faces full-scale famine as UN confirms total population is food insecure; aid remains blocked and children suffer mass malnutrition.
Myanmar junta continues airstrikes amid earthquake devastation, drawing global condemnation
Myanmar’s junta continues airstrikes amid earthquake devastation, worsening the crisis as global condemnation mounts. Discover the latest developments.
Panacea Biotec gets $127.3m worth orders for Easyfive-TT from UNICEF, PAHO
Panacea Biotec, an Indian biotechnology company, has been awarded supply orders worth $127.3 million from United Nations Children’s…