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Japanese Town To Block Viral Mount Fuji Photo Spot Amid High Tourism Levels

Reuters | Thursday May 02, 2024, Fuji-Kawaguchiko

Officials in a Japanese town are erecting a 2.5-meter (8.2 ft) high barrier to block a view of Mount Fuji and obstruct a photo spot that has been attracting so many visitors they have become a nuisance for locals.

Taiwan Approves $878 Million For Relief After 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake

Agence France-Presse | Thursday May 02, 2024, Taipei

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan last month. It was the most serious quake in its history. Taiwan's government has approved around $878 million to fix the massive landslides which blocked tunnels and damaged several roads and

One Killed, 20 Injured In Twin Blasts In Pakistan's Balochistan

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 02, 2024, Islamabad

One person was killed and 20 others injured in twin blasts in Pakistan's Balochistan province today, the police said.

Hong Kong Records Hottest April In 140 Years

Agence France-Presse | Thursday May 02, 2024, Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong last month recorded its hottest April since meteorological records began in 1884, according to the city's weather observatory.

Amid Campaign, Donald Trump Blamed For Lead-Up To US' Chaotic Afghanistan Exit

Written by Maha Siddiqui | Thursday May 02, 2024

Donald Trump was "very determined" on the withdrawal of the US troops from Afghanistan, "whether it happened as part of an agreement or it happened without an agreement" - a former US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation said

"Our Position Is Clear...": Antony Blinken Tells Israeli Leaders

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Ashdod

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that he made clear to Israeli leaders US opposition to a major attack on the Gaza city of Rafah and said he suggested "better ways" to address Hamas.

"Avoid Beaches, Drive With Caution": Dubai Gets 'Unstable' Weather Alert

NDTV News Desk | Wednesday May 01, 2024

The Dubai Police issued a public safety warning this evening due to expected unstable weather conditions.

US Sanctions Russia, China Suppliers Over Ukraine War

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Washington

US officials on Wednesday announced fresh sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's military and industrial capabilities, punishing companies in China and elsewhere that help Moscow acquire weapons for its war in Ukraine.

5 Killed In Russian Strike On Eastern Ukraine

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Ukraine

Five people were killed Wednesday as Russia struck Ukraine's eastern Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, local officials said.

Thousands Of Fish Die In Vietnam Amid Brutal Heatwave

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Dong Nai

Hundreds of thousands of fish have died in a reservoir in southern Vietnam's Dong Nai province, with locals and media reports suggesting a brutal heatwave and the lake's management are to blame.

US Still Opposes Israeli Assault In Rafah: Blinken Tells Netanyahu

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Jerusalem

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated US opposition to an Israeli assault on the crowded Gaza city of Rafah in talks Wednesday with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has vowed to press ahead, a US official said.

Hong Kong Hit By Nearly 10,000 Lighting Strikes Overnight

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Hong Kong

China witnessed an excessive thunderstorm that caused nearly 10,000 lightning strikes on Hong Kong. The thunderstorm caused delays at Hong Kong's international airport and caused damage to a Cantonese opera theatre.

"Horrifying Scene": 6 Killed In Explosion At Vietnam Factory: Report

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Hanoi, Vietnam

Six people were killed and seven injured in an explosion at a timber factory in southern Vietnam on Wednesday, local reports said.

19 Killed As Part Of Highway Collapses, Traps 18 Vehicles In China's Guangdong

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Beijing

The incident is the latest in a string of deadly disasters to hit Guangdong in recent weeks. "19 people have been confirmed dead and 30 are receiving all-out emergency care in hospital", said CCTV.

"Life Has Become Unbearable": Bangladesh Records Hottest April Ever

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 01, 2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Bangladesh last month saw the hottest average April temperatures since the country began keeping weather records in 1948, a senior forecaster told AFP on Wednesday.