Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 4

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

US: Flash Flood Hits Durham, NC Days After Tropical Depression Chantal

Several parts of North Carolina experienced severe flash flooding on Wednesday, July 9, as a strong line of thunderstorms moved into the region, just days after Tropical Depression Chantal brought intense flooding to Chapel Hill. The Durham Fire Department responded to multiple calls as a result of flooding across the city and surrounding areas, including rescue operation.

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Japanese Princess Kako (C) visits Gifu World Rose Garden in Kani in the central Japan prefecture of Gifu on May 21, 2025. (Pool photo)

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Japanese Princess Kako visits Gifu World Rose Garden in Kani in the central Japan prefecture of Gifu on May 21, 2025. (Pool photo)

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Princess Kako in central Japan city

Japanese Princess Kako waves from a park train during a visit to Gifu World Rose Garden in Kani in the central Japan prefecture of Gifu on May 21, 2025. (Pool photo)

US: Multiple Arrested At Pro-Palestine Protest Outside NYU Stern School Of Business

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators, including students and faculty members, rallied outside the New York University Stern School of Business on Monday, April 22. As the protest intensified, multiple protesters were taken into custody.