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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 3

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 2

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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Sedentary birds

Sedentary birds

Valga, 08.01.2026. While many birds head south for the winter, the rivers of Estonia remain surprisingly lively during the colder months. For hardy species like the Mallard duck, the decision to stay behind is a calculated risk. Photo Arvo Meeks, Lõuna-Eesti Postimees

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 6

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 7

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 5

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 4

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 3

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 2

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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Palestinian Family Shelter - Hebron

Palestinian Family Shelter - Hebron

Members of a Palestinian family stay inside a tent in the Khallat al-Fara area, west of Yatta, south of the West Bank city of Hebron, Dec. 29, 2025. Photo by Mamoun Wazwaz/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Palestinian Family Shelter - Hebron

Palestinian Family Shelter - Hebron

Members of a Palestinian family stay inside a tent in the Khallat al-Fara area, west of Yatta, south of the West Bank city of Hebron, Dec. 29, 2025. Photo by Mamoun Wazwaz/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Torrential Rains Trigger Severe Flooding in Cártama, Málaga

In Cártama, in Málaga’s Guadalhorce Valley, torrential rain caused flooding on Saturday evening, December 27. The rapidly rising Guadalhorce River flooded streets and homes in the Aljaima, Doña Ana and Estación de Cártama districts, forcing residents to stay on alert overnight and take measures to protect their properties. Some residents were relocated after their homes were inundated. The river reached a record level overnight, peaking at 5.7 meters with a flow of more than 1,000 cubic meters per second, triggering a red alert. Water levels fell by more than 60 percent by Sunday morning, easing conditions locally, although yellow alerts remain in place upstream. Several other rivers in the province also saw rising levels but have since moved out of danger thresholds as emergency services and residents work to return to normal.

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China: Seal Performs Rapid Spins in Poolside Performance

This video shows a seal in China performing rapid spinning tricks beside a pool, impressing visitors with its balance and speed. Filmed on December 5, 2025, in Hainan, the seal spins continuously at the pool’s edge during a show, shifting its flippers to stay balanced as onlookers cheer.

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UAE: Record Rainfall Triggers Severe Flooding in Dubai 3

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rains has hit the United Arab Emirates. The storms began on Thursday, December 18 and are forecast to continue through the weekend, with strong winds and rough seas also expected. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urged residents to stay indoors, and implemented work-from-home measures, as the UAE experiences its heaviest rainfall on record.

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UAE: Record Rainfall Triggers Severe Flooding in Dubai

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rains has hit the United Arab Emirates. The storms began on Thursday, December 18 and are forecast to continue through the weekend, with strong winds and rough seas also expected. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urged residents to stay indoors, and implemented work-from-home measures, as the UAE experiences its heaviest rainfall on record.

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UAE: Record Rainfall Triggers Severe Flooding in Dubai 2

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rains has hit the United Arab Emirates. The storms began on Thursday, December 18 and are forecast to continue through the weekend, with strong winds and rough seas also expected. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urged residents to stay indoors, and implemented work-from-home measures, as the UAE experiences its heaviest rainfall on record.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 4

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 2

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 3

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians sit around a brazier to stay warm after rain at a temporary shelter in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cambodian Evacuees At A Safe Zone - Phnom Penh

Cambodian Evacuees At A Safe Zone - Phnom Penh

Cambodian evacuees stay at a safe zone in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia on Dec. 12, 2025. The number of Cambodian evacuees from the ongoing border fighting with Thailand has risen to more than 300,000 as of Friday afternoon, the Cambodian Ministry of Interior said in a press release. Photo by Sovannara/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cambodian Evacuees At A Safe Zone - Phnom Penh

Cambodian Evacuees At A Safe Zone - Phnom Penh

Cambodian evacuees stay at a safe zone in Banteay Meanchey province, Cambodia on Dec. 12, 2025. The number of Cambodian evacuees from the ongoing border fighting with Thailand has risen to more than 300,000 as of Friday afternoon, the Cambodian Ministry of Interior said in a press release. Photo by Sovannara/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

The lehendakari, Imanol Pradales (r), receives the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier (c), and the First Lady of Germany, Elke Büdenbender (l), at the Ajuria Enea Palace, on November 28, 2025, in Vitoria, Basque Country (Spain). During his stay in the Basque Country, Steinmeier will visit Gernika where he will formalize Germany's request for forgiveness 88 years after the Nazi bombing. Photo by Carlos González / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

The lehendakari, Imanol Pradales (r), receives the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier (l), at the Ajuria Enea Palace, on November 28, 2025, in Vitoria, Basque Country (Spain). During his stay in the Basque Country, Steinmeier will visit Gernika where he will formalize Germany's request for forgiveness 88 years after the Nazi bombing. Photo by Carlos González / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

The lehendakari, Imanol Pradales (r), receives the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier (c), and the First Lady of Germany, Elke Büdenbender (l), at the Ajuria Enea Palace, on November 28, 2025, in Vitoria, Basque Country (Spain). During his stay in the Basque Country, Steinmeier will visit Gernika where he will formalize Germany's request for forgiveness 88 years after the Nazi bombing. Photo by Carlos González / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

The lehendakari, Imanol Pradales (r), receives the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier (c), and the First Lady of Germany, Elke Büdenbender (l), at the Ajuria Enea Palace, on November 28, 2025, in Vitoria, Basque Country (Spain). During his stay in the Basque Country, Steinmeier will visit Gernika where he will formalize Germany's request for forgiveness 88 years after the Nazi bombing. Photo by Carlos González / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

Federal President Steinmeier in Spain

The lehendakari, Imanol Pradales (r), receives the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier (c), and the First Lady of Germany, Elke Büdenbender (l), at the Ajuria Enea Palace, on November 28, 2025, in Vitoria, Basque Country (Spain). During his stay in the Basque Country, Steinmeier will visit Gernika where he will formalize Germany's request for forgiveness 88 years after the Nazi bombing. Photo by Carlos González / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place 2

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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China: Shiba Inu Tries Swimming for First Time in Jiangxi River

On August 9, 2025, in Jiujiang, Jiangxi province, a video captured a Shiba Inu entering the river for the first time. The dog wore a special life jacket, keeping its body afloat. It seemed nervous, barely moving as it tried to stay balanced on the water. The little Shiba appeared frightened but curious, needing more practice to swim confidently.

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

A woman poses for photo at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

A woman poses for photo at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

A woman poses for photo at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

THAILAND-RATCHABURI-NASATTA LIGHT FESTIVA

Lights are seen at Nasatta Park in Ratchaburi province, Thailand, November 21, 2025. The Nasatta Light Festival 2026 Winter Illumination started on November. 21, 2025, and will stay on until May 3, 2026. Photo by Rachen Sageamsak /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chinese manned space mission

JIUQUAN, China, Nov. 1 Kyodo - A rocket carrying three Chinese astronauts lifts off at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center near Jiuquan, Gansu Province, on Oct. 31, 2025. Three and a half hours later, the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft docked with China's Tiangong space station, where the three astronauts will stay for six months. (Kyodo)

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Illustration - Londres

Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. LONDON. A ROOM FOR LONDON IS AN UNIQUE ROOM LIKE A BOAT ON THE ROOF OF THE QUEEN ELISABETH HALL. IT WILL STAY THERE DURING THE YEAR 2012 ONLY. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. LONDON. A ROOM FOR LONDON IS AN UNIQUE ROOM LIKE A BOAT ON THE ROOF OF THE QUEEN ELISABETH HALL. IT WILL STAY THERE DURING THE YEAR 2012 ONLY. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. LONDON. A ROOM FOR LONDON IS AN UNIQUE ROOM LIKE A BOAT ON THE ROOF OF THE QUEEN ELISABETH HALL. IT WILL STAY THERE DURING THE YEAR 2012 ONLY. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Normandy Bridge

Illustration - Normandy Bridge

Seine Estuary. Normandy Bridge. Completion of the replacement of six stay cables. Honfleur, France, November 1, 2025. Photo by Mario Fourmy/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Normandy Bridge

Illustration - Normandy Bridge

Seine Estuary. Normandy Bridge. Completion of the replacement of six stay cables. Honfleur, France, November 1, 2025. Photo by Mario Fourmy/ABACAPRESS.COM

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