Train Crosses Yamuna Bridge Amid Rising Waters

Train Crosses Yamuna Bridge Amid Rising Waters

A passenger train crosses the old Yamuna Bridge over the Yamuna River in Prayagraj, India, on August 3, 2025, as water levels rise following intense monsoon rains. The annual monsoon season brings both critical rainfall and recurring threats of flooding to northern India. As river levels swell, vital infrastructure such as bridges and railway lines come under increased strain. Despite the rising water, train services continue to operate, highlighting the region’s reliance on rail transport for daily commuting and economic activity. The swollen river beneath the historic bridge creates a dramatic visual contrast, underscoring the intersection of resilience, risk, and infrastructure in flood-prone areas. Authorities remain on alert as continued rainfall poses a threat to low-lying neighborhoods and transport systems across the region. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Peter Welch (Democrat of Vermont) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Peter Welch (Democrat of Vermont) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Tim Kaine (Democrat of Virginia) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

Tariffs and Their Toll on American Families - Washington

United States Senator Angela Alsobrooks (Democrat of Maryland) speaks to reporters during a televised press conference on the financial strain from Trade wars and Tariffs on American families, in Washington, DC, on Wednesday April 2, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US Has Not Seen Evidence Of Hezbollah Cash Under Hospital - Beirut

US Has Not Seen Evidence Of Hezbollah Cash Under Hospital - Beirut

A quiet hallway inside Sahel General Hospital, lined with photographs depicting its history. The facility operates under strain, offering vital healthcare as Israeli military operations intensify nearby on October 22, 2024. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday that he had not seen evidence that there was a Hezbollah bunker filled with cash built under a hospital in Beirut, adding that Washington would continue to work with Israel to get better insights. Israel's military said that Hezbollah has stashed hundreds of millions of dollars in cash and gold in a bunker built under a hospital in Beirut, adding that it would not strike the facility as it keeps up attacks against the group's financial assets. Photo by Fadel Itani/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Baseball: Braves vs. Mets

Baseball: Braves vs. Mets

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (C) leaves the mound after suffering a left calf strain in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on July 26, 2024, at Citi Field in New York.

Baseball: Braves vs. Mets

Baseball: Braves vs. Mets

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) is pictured after suffering a left calf strain in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on July 26, 2024, at Citi Field in New York.

CHINA-JIANGXI-NANCHANG-JIANGZHONG MEDICINE VALLEY (CN)

CHINA-JIANGXI-NANCHANG-JIANGZHONG MEDICINE VALLEY (CN)

(240629) -- NANCHANG, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A researcher works at a strain screening and evaluation lab of the Jiangzhong medicine valley in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province, June 28, 2024. As the core production base of CR Jiangzhong, Jiangzhong medicine valley has been committed to sustainable growth in recent years by retaining original vegetation, reducing energy consumption, recycling liquid and solid wastes, and tapping on renewable energy. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Du Xiaoyi)

Kuwait grapples with power outages amid high temperatures

STORY: Kuwait grapples with power outages amid high temperatures SHOOTING TIME: June 19, 2024 DATELINE: June 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:33 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: ECONOMY/ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of power outages in Kuwait STORYLINE: Multiple areas in Kuwait faced power cuts on Wednesday as scorching temperatures pushed the electricity grid to its limits during peak hours. The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy (MEWRE) said in a press release, carried by Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), that power generation stations struggled to meet the surge in demand, leading to outages in parts of all six governorates. "Precautionary measures, including scheduled power cuts for periods ranging from one to two hours at most, have been taken to safeguard the stability of the electrical system," the ministry explained. MEWRE urged residents and businesses to conserve electricity during peak hours, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, to ease the strain on the grid. Local newspaper Al-Rai repor

YEMEN-SANAA-EID AL-ADHA-PREPARATION

YEMEN-SANAA-EID AL-ADHA-PREPARATION

(240615) -- SANAA, June 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Traditional daggers are on sale at a market in Sanaa, Yemen, June 11, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Red Sea crisis adds extra strain on Yemenis ahead of Eid celebrations" (Photo by Mohammed Mohammed/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

YEMEN-SANAA-EID AL-ADHA-PREPARATION

YEMEN-SANAA-EID AL-ADHA-PREPARATION

(240615) -- SANAA, June 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Traditional daggers are on sale at a market in Sanaa, Yemen, June 11, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Red Sea crisis adds extra strain on Yemenis ahead of Eid celebrations" (Photo by Mohammed Mohammed/Xinhua)

EU urges Israel to "immediately" end military operation in Rafah

STORY: EU urges Israel to "immediately" end military operation in Rafah SHOOTING TIME: May 15, 2024 DATELINE: May 16, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:44 LOCATION: Brussels CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of European Commission Berlaymont building STORYLINE: The European Union (EU) on Wednesday urged Israel to end its military operation in Rafah "immediately," stressing that continued military operation would "inevitably put a heavy strain" on its relationship with Israel. "The European Union is calling on Israel to refrain from further exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and reopen the crossing point of Rafah," Josep Borrell, EU's high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, said in a statement. "Should Israel continue its military operation in Rafah, it would inevitably put a heavy strain on the EU's relationship with Israel," Borrell noted. Israel's military operation is further disrupting the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza and is leading to more

Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar

STORY: Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar SHOOTING TIME: May 10, 2024 DATELINE: May 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:13 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul in Türkiye 2. various of local shops 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): ISMAIL HAKKI, Local clothing shop owner 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): FERRUH BUYUKOGLU, Stationery shop owner 5. various of Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek speaking at the press conference in Ankara, Türkiye STORYLINE: Business has been sluggish for Ismail Hakki, who owns a once-thriving clothing shop in Istanbul's old Tahtakale neighborhood. "Business declined to only a fraction of what it used to be," Hakki said as he navigated through the rows of discounted garments in his shop. Hakki's woes mirror the broader struggle gripping Istanbul, Türkiye's economic hub, where inflation has outpaced the already-crippling national rate of 69.8 percent in April, according to the Istanbul Chamber of Commerc

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

(240513) -- ISTANBUL, May 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People shop at a market in Istanbul, Türkiye, on May 10, 2024. The Istanbul Planning Agency said in its latest report that the monthly cost of living for a family of four in Istanbul, including rent, has skyrocketed by 81 percent year-on-year, reaching a staggering 55,321 liras. Meat prices have seen the most dramatic rise of 114 percent compared to last year, followed by a 107 percent increase in chicken prices. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

(240513) -- ISTANBUL, May 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People shop at a market in Istanbul, Türkiye, on May 10, 2024. The Istanbul Planning Agency said in its latest report that the monthly cost of living for a family of four in Istanbul, including rent, has skyrocketed by 81 percent year-on-year, reaching a staggering 55,321 liras. Meat prices have seen the most dramatic rise of 114 percent compared to last year, followed by a 107 percent increase in chicken prices. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

(240513) -- ISTANBUL, May 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People shop at a market in Istanbul, Türkiye, on May 10, 2024. The Istanbul Planning Agency said in its latest report that the monthly cost of living for a family of four in Istanbul, including rent, has skyrocketed by 81 percent year-on-year, reaching a staggering 55,321 liras. Meat prices have seen the most dramatic rise of 114 percent compared to last year, followed by a 107 percent increase in chicken prices. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

TÜRKIYE-ISTANBUL-INFLATION

(240513) -- ISTANBUL, May 13, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A man works at a store in Istanbul, Türkiye, on May 10, 2024. The Istanbul Planning Agency said in its latest report that the monthly cost of living for a family of four in Istanbul, including rent, has skyrocketed by 81 percent year-on-year, reaching a staggering 55,321 liras. Meat prices have seen the most dramatic rise of 114 percent compared to last year, followed by a 107 percent increase in chicken prices. (Photo by Safar Rajabov/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Türkiye's Istanbul feels strain as inflation, cost of living soar

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga throws a live batting practice session at Citi Field in New York on April 29, 2024. Senga has been on a 60-day injured list due to a right shoulder capsule strain.

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga throws a live batting practice session in New York on April 29, 2024. Senga has been on a 60-day injured list due to a right shoulder capsule strain.

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga throws a live batting practice session in New York on April 29, 2024. Senga has been on a 60-day injured list due to a right shoulder capsule strain.

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

Baseball: Mets pitcher Senga

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga throws a live batting practice session in New York on April 29, 2024. Senga has been on a 60-day injured list due to a right shoulder capsule strain.

Madrid Looking To Implement "Kylian Mbappe Law"

Madrid Looking To Implement "Kylian Mbappe Law"

File photo dated May 28, 2023 shows Kylian Mbappe during the 31th edition of the UNFP (French National Professional Football players Union) trophy ceremony, in Paris, France. According to Mundo Deportivo, the self-governing body of the Madrid region is about to enact the “Mbappe Law” in an effort to assist the team in acquiring the superstar, who is 25 years old. Mbappe is expected to receive a big salary and might potentially set a global record as a signing bonus, even though the move will formally be a free transfer. As a result, it will put the club’s finances under extreme strain. But a measure from the regional government aims to help Real Madrid land their man and lessen the huge pay cut he will inevitably experience upon finalising his departure. According to Mundo Deportivo: “The Community of Madrid is processing the approval of the so-called Mbappe Law that will eliminate regional personal income tax for foreigners who settle in the capital of Spain and carry out investments. Photo by Victor Joly/AB

Madrid Looking To Implement "Kylian Mbappe Law"

Madrid Looking To Implement "Kylian Mbappe Law"

File photo dated May 21, 2023 shows Kylian Mbappe celebrates his goal after scoring during the Ligue 1 football (soccer) match between AJ Auxerre (AJA) and Paris Saint Germain (PSG) at Stade Abbe Deschamps in Auxerre, France. According to Mundo Deportivo, the self-governing body of the Madrid region is about to enact the “Mbappe Law” in an effort to assist the team in acquiring the superstar, who is 25 years old. Mbappe is expected to receive a big salary and might potentially set a global record as a signing bonus, even though the move will formally be a free transfer. As a result, it will put the club’s finances under extreme strain. But a measure from the regional government aims to help Real Madrid land their man and lessen the huge pay cut he will inevitably experience upon finalising his departure. According to Mundo Deportivo: “The Community of Madrid is processing the approval of the so-called Mbappe Law that will eliminate regional personal income tax for foreigners who settle in the capital of Spain