Tag: damage
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Mayotte Families Devastated by Cyclone Impact, Share Feelings of Helplessness
In the aftermath of a devastating cyclone hitting Mayotte, families have been left grappling with the consequences, sharing their feelings of helplessness and loss. This natural disaster has wreaked havoc across the territory, significantly impacting the lives of its residents. The coverage by FRANCE 24 English provides a close look at the situation on the…
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Taiwan Closes Offices and Schools in Preparation for Super Typhoon Kong-rey
Taiwan has begun to shut down offices and schools in anticipation of Super Typhoon Kong-rey, expected to bring significant impacts to the region. The government has issued warnings and is taking preemptive measures to mitigate the typhoon’s effects, emphasizing public safety and infrastructure protection. France 24 is an international television network and news website owned…
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CrowdStrike Software Update Causes Global IT Outage, Recovery Expected to Take Time
Following a global IT outage, the CEO of cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has announced that recovery efforts are underway but warned that a return to normal operations might take some time. The outage, caused by a defective software update, has led to widespread disruptions, including thousands of flight cancellations, banking and healthcare service interruptions, and some…
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Russian Airstrikes Devastate Ukraine Ahead of NATO Summit, Killing Dozens and Destroying Children’s Hospital
In a significant escalation of violence, Russia launched a massive bombardment across Ukraine, resulting in at least 36 deaths and 140 injuries. This assault occurred just before a NATO Summit in Washington, with the main Children’s Hospital in Kyiv being notably devastated. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s office confirmed the casualties and the extensive damage. Despite…