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2 Boat Accidents in Congo Kill 193
Two boat accidents in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Equateur province killed at least 193 people this week, with one involving a fire and the other due to overloading and night navigation.
2 Boat Accidents in Congo Kill 193
Two boat accidents in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Equateur province killed at least 193 people this week, with one involving a fire and the other due to overloading and night navigation.
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8% Bias Score
Cloudburst in India Kills 46, Underscores Himalayan Weather Vulnerability
A cloudburst in Chashoti, India, triggered a flash flood killing at least 46 people and leaving over 200 missing during a Hindu pilgrimage, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather; rescue efforts are underway.
Cloudburst in India Kills 46, Underscores Himalayan Weather Vulnerability
A cloudburst in Chashoti, India, triggered a flash flood killing at least 46 people and leaving over 200 missing during a Hindu pilgrimage, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather; rescue efforts are underway.
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28% Bias Score
China Rainfall: Seven Dead, Thousands Stranded as Heavy Rains Continue
Heavy rainfall and flash floods across China have caused at least seven deaths, injured seven others, and stranded over 4,000 people; the downpours are expected to continue through Saturday.
China Rainfall: Seven Dead, Thousands Stranded as Heavy Rains Continue
Heavy rainfall and flash floods across China have caused at least seven deaths, injured seven others, and stranded over 4,000 people; the downpours are expected to continue through Saturday.
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24% Bias Score
Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 2,056 Amidst Hampered Rescue Efforts
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, on Friday, resulting in a death toll of 2,056 and over 3,900 injuries, while rescue efforts are hampered by resource scarcity and damaged infrastructure, with neighboring Thailand also suffering casualties.
Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 2,056 Amidst Hampered Rescue Efforts
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, on Friday, resulting in a death toll of 2,056 and over 3,900 injuries, while rescue efforts are hampered by resource scarcity and damaged infrastructure, with neighboring Thailand also suffering casualties.
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24% Bias Score
Konya Building Collapse: 5 Rescued, 2 Missing
A three-story building in Konya, Turkey, collapsed, trapping several Syrian residents. Rescue efforts involved 962 personnel and 216 vehicles, resulting in 5 survivors and ongoing search efforts for 2 missing persons. Allegations of a supporting column being cut during renovations are under investig...
Konya Building Collapse: 5 Rescued, 2 Missing
A three-story building in Konya, Turkey, collapsed, trapping several Syrian residents. Rescue efforts involved 962 personnel and 216 vehicles, resulting in 5 survivors and ongoing search efforts for 2 missing persons. Allegations of a supporting column being cut during renovations are under investig...
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36% Bias Score
107 Rescued in English Channel Christmas Crossings; 2024 Deadliest Year on Record
French maritime authorities rescued 107 people from 12 boats attempting the dangerous English Channel crossing on Christmas Day, while over 450 others successfully reached the UK amidst relatively calm weather, despite 73 deaths being recorded this year, making 2024 the deadliest year on record.
107 Rescued in English Channel Christmas Crossings; 2024 Deadliest Year on Record
French maritime authorities rescued 107 people from 12 boats attempting the dangerous English Channel crossing on Christmas Day, while over 450 others successfully reached the UK amidst relatively calm weather, despite 73 deaths being recorded this year, making 2024 the deadliest year on record.
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40% Bias Score
Severe Storms Cause Widespread Damage Across Italy
Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain, flooding, and lightning strikes across much of Italy, causing widespread damage and prompting rescue operations; orange alerts issued in several regions.
Severe Storms Cause Widespread Damage Across Italy
Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain, flooding, and lightning strikes across much of Italy, causing widespread damage and prompting rescue operations; orange alerts issued in several regions.
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24% Bias Score
Tennessee Floods Result in Multiple Deaths, Numerous Rescues
Torrential rainfall in Tennessee caused flash floods, resulting in at least three deaths and numerous rescues from flooded vehicles and homes in Chattanooga and surrounding areas; the event is linked to increased frequency of flash floods this summer, possibly due to climate change.
Tennessee Floods Result in Multiple Deaths, Numerous Rescues
Torrential rainfall in Tennessee caused flash floods, resulting in at least three deaths and numerous rescues from flooded vehicles and homes in Chattanooga and surrounding areas; the event is linked to increased frequency of flash floods this summer, possibly due to climate change.
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28% Bias Score
Reckless Mountain Hikers Strain Rescue Services
The German Alpine Club reports a significant increase in reckless behavior among mountain hikers, resulting in numerous rescue operations due to poor planning, inadequate preparation, and overreliance on technology. Several incidents are detailed, highlighting the dangers of unpreparedness.
Reckless Mountain Hikers Strain Rescue Services
The German Alpine Club reports a significant increase in reckless behavior among mountain hikers, resulting in numerous rescue operations due to poor planning, inadequate preparation, and overreliance on technology. Several incidents are detailed, highlighting the dangers of unpreparedness.
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52% Bias Score
Mare Jonio Hosts Open Days in Naples, Showcasing Mediterranean Rescue Efforts
The Mare Jonio, a rescue ship of the NGO Mediterranea Saving Humans, is hosting open days in Naples from February 8th to 16th, allowing visitors to learn about its rescue operations in the Mediterranean and its broader humanitarian work; over 1,000 people have registered.
Mare Jonio Hosts Open Days in Naples, Showcasing Mediterranean Rescue Efforts
The Mare Jonio, a rescue ship of the NGO Mediterranea Saving Humans, is hosting open days in Naples from February 8th to 16th, allowing visitors to learn about its rescue operations in the Mediterranean and its broader humanitarian work; over 1,000 people have registered.
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56% Bias Score
Tibet Earthquake: 126 Dead, Dozens Missing After 7.1 Magnitude Quake
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet on Tuesday, causing at least 126 deaths, approximately 200 injuries, and significant damage to over 3,600 houses, prompting the relocation of 30,000 residents; rescue efforts are underway amid over 500 aftershocks and challenging conditions.
Tibet Earthquake: 126 Dead, Dozens Missing After 7.1 Magnitude Quake
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet on Tuesday, causing at least 126 deaths, approximately 200 injuries, and significant damage to over 3,600 houses, prompting the relocation of 30,000 residents; rescue efforts are underway amid over 500 aftershocks and challenging conditions.
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36% Bias Score
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