Rapid Himalayan ice melt puts Bangladesh at risk: UN
Rapid Himalayan ice melt puts Bangladesh at risk: UN

The United Nations has issued a stark warning about the rapid melting of Himalayan glaciers, highlighting severe consequences for countries in the region, including Bangladesh. A new report cautions that without significant reductions in carbon emissions, the impact of glacier loss will be...

1 dead, 7 missing in Indonesia floods and landslides
1 dead, 7 missing in Indonesia floods and landslides

Floods and landslides on Indonesias main island of Java killed one and left seven more missing after heavy rains inundated more than a dozen towns, an official said Friday. Torrential rains this week hit capital Jakarta and its surrounding cities, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate and...

Thousands flee homes as floods hit Australia
Thousands flee homes as floods hit Australia

A woman has died in Australia and thousands have been forced to flee their homes after torrential rainfall caused flooding in northern Queensland. Authorities say waters will continue to rise and have warned of a dangerous and life-threatening situation, with parts of the region recording almost...

Mayotte hit by floods from second storm
Mayotte hit by floods from second storm

The French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte has been hit by further heavy rains, leading to flooding and mudslides, one month after Cyclone Chido devastated large parts of the islands and left dozens dead, BBC reported. The archipelago was put on the highest state of alert as another storm...