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1 in 4 of world population at risk of flooding

1 in 4 of world population at risk of flooding

Almost a quarter of the world's population are exposed to significant flood risks, according to new research published Tuesday, which warned those in poorer countries ...Details

Sri Lankan economy contracts 1.6 percent in first quarter

Sri Lankan economy contracts 1.6 percent in first quarter

Sri Lanka's economy contracted 1.6% in the January to March quarter versus the same period a year earlier, data showed on Tuesday, and is expected to shrink even more ...Details

 18 migrants die in mass attempt to enter Spain’s Melilla: Morocco

18 migrants die in mass attempt to enter Spain’s Melilla: Morocco

This file photo taken on March 4, 2022 shows a view of the border fence separating Morocco (L) from Spain's North African Melilla enclave (R), near Nador in Morocco. ...Details

Over 1,000 killed in Afghan quake

Over 1,000 killed in Afghan quake

A powerful earthquake struck a remote border region of Afghanistan overnight killing at least 1,000 people and injuring hundreds more, officials said Wednesday, with the ...Details

Nato warns of long Ukraine war

Nato warns of long Ukraine war

Allies must show they will back Ukraine for long haul

The head of Nato said on Sunday the war in Ukraine could last years and Ukrainian forces faced intensified ...Details