Vietnam: Typhoon Kalmaegi Brings Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain to Central Region

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to regions already hit by recent floods. At least one person has died, several are missing, and homes and power lines were damaged. Flooding occurred in Dak Lak and thousands were evacuated as authorities remain on high alert for further floods and landslides.

Vietnam: Typhoon Kalmaegi Brings Damaging Winds and Heavy Rain to Central Region 2

Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall in central Vietnam, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to regions already hit by recent floods. At least one person has died, several are missing, and homes and power lines were damaged. Flooding occurred in Dak Lak and thousands were evacuated as authorities remain on high alert for further floods and landslides.

Koizumi meets orphans again after 5 yrs in S. Africa

Koizumi meets orphans again after 5 yrs in S. Africa

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (R) meets orphans from an orphanage in Soweto again at Ubuntu Village on Sept. 2, where exhibitions and events are being held in parallel with the Earth Summit. Koizumi met with them five years ago when he visited as health minister.

Koizumi meets orphans again after 5 yrs in S. Africa

Koizumi meets orphans again after 5 yrs in S. Africa

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (R) meets orphans from an orphanage in Soweto again at Ubuntu Village on Sept. 2, where exhibitions and events are being held in parallel with the Earth Summit. Koizumi met with them five years ago when he visited as health minister. (Kyodo)