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The New York Times - Top stories
The Secret Weapon to Fight Flooding Is Hidden in Plain Sight
It looks like and feels like a regular street. But beneath the surface, six layers are working to keep rainwater from overwhelming New York City neighborhoods.39 minutes ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Post Office IT system still causing cash shortfalls
Survey finds some sub-postmasters are using their branch money to plug gaps as the scandal inquiry restarts.3 hours ago -
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The Guardian - World
Weather tracker: Extensive flooding in Japan after ‘unprecedented’ rainfall
One dead and several missing as ‘life-threatening situation’ declared in earthquake-hit Ishikawa prefecture. Heavy rain caused extensive flooding in central Japan over the weekend, with at least ...4 hours ago - Japan -
BBC News - Top stories
Heavy rain set to bring floods and travel disruption
More than a month's worth of rain could fall in parts of England and Wales, as a Met Office amber warning takes effect.5 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
6 Dead in Japan After Record Rainfall Causes Flooding
The downpour drenched the Noto Peninsula on Saturday, triggering landslides and washing away people and homes, Japan’s national broadcaster said.6 hours ago - Japan -
Financial Times - World
European steelmakers plead with Brussels to tackle flood of Chinese exports
European prices drop below cost of production as world market is deluged17 hours ago - Europe -
BBC News - Top stories
Thunderstorms and floods force evacuations
Power cuts are reported in10 areas in the region and flood warnings are in place in Staffordshire.21 hours ago -
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The New York Times - Top stories
Flooding and Landslides in Japan
One person is dead and seven others are missing in Noto Peninsula, Japanese news media reported. The region is still recovering from a catastrophic earthquake.Yesterday - Japan -
ABC News - Top stories
Severe storms may lead to flooding, tornadoes from Plains to Midwest
Thunderstorms are in the forecast across parts of the central United States as a summer-like pattern continues to deliver hot temperatures and scattered severe weather.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
FBI boards vessel managed by company whose ship caused Baltimore bridge collapse
The FBI boarded a vessel managed by the same company whose cargo ship caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to a statement published Saturday.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Heavy rain triggers landslides and floods in northern Japan
One person dead and several missing after deluge in Noto, still recovering from 1 January earthquake. Heavy rain pounded Japan’s north-central Noto region, triggering landslides and floods and ...Yesterday - Japan -
BBC News - Top stories
School and leisure centres close after flood damage
Schools and leisure centres have had to close in Gloucestershire after a night of heavy rain.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
'Terrifying' twister damages homes and trees in English town but causes no casualties
A rare tornado touched down in England, toppling trees, tearing off roof shingles and terrifying residents2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
One dead and several missing after 'unprecedented' rains in Japan
The rains have caused floods and landslides in the coastal quake-hit region of Ishikawa in northern Japan.2 days ago - Japan -
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Financial Times - Business
Deadly flood losses mount as insurers and governments tally costs
Brussels’ pledge of up to €10bn following European floods comes as insurers face estimated €3bn in claims2 days ago -
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ABC News - World
Czechs vote in Senate and regional elections in the aftermath of massive flooding
Czechs are voting in a two-day vote for a third of the seats in Parliament’s upper house, the Senate, and to select their representatives in regional elections2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Africa flooding leaves dead crocodiles floating among human bodies
Floods have killed more than 1,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands in the region, worsening existing humanitarian crises.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
'Water is flooding everywhere' as torrential rains sweep through West, Central Africa
As torrential rains sweep through Central and West Africa, floods have killed more than 1,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands across the region3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Woman admits dangerous driving caused baby's death
Mabli Cariad Hall died in hospital four days after a car hit her pram outside a hospital.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Sponge cities: the flood-proof architecture of the future?
As climate change puts more of the world at risk of flooding, landscape architects are looking beyond disaster response, to future-facing “sponge tactics”. The concept is epic, but a ...3 days ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
Sir Alex Ferguson on how he keeps his own mind sharp as he helps dementia cause
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson talks to BBC Breakfast about helping families affected by dementia. He was speaking as part of National Playlist Day,3 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
An 8-Year-Old Ohio Girl Takes a Solo Drive to Target in Family’s SUV
A missing girl and reports of an erratic driver turned out to be related, with police officers in Ohio finding the girl safe, and enjoying a drink.3 days ago