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Earthquake in southern Chinese region of Guangxi: 13 buildings collapsed and thousands of people evacuated

May 18, 2026 10:23

China's Guangxi region was hit by an earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale. In the process, 13 buildings collapsed and at least two people have already been killed. A search is still underway under the rubble for one missing person. Four people were injured and taken to the hospital. They are not in mortal danger. This was reported by Chinese state broadcaster CGTN and the state news agency Xinhua.

Train driver under the influence causes eight deaths in Thailand

May 18, 2026 09:55

Last weekend, a freight train crashed into a bus in the Thai capital, Bangkok. Eight occupants of the bus were killed and dozens of others were injured.

Rotterdam prepares for arrival of 'hantavirus cruise ship'

May 17, 2026 19:20

The port of Rotterdam is preparing for the arrival of the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, which will arrive in the city of Maas on Monday morning. The ship departed from Tenerife earlier this week, where passengers and part of the crew had disembarked, and is now setting sail for the Netherlands.

Brussels youth attack 3 artists at Pride parade

May 17, 2026 18:15

A popular festival in the Belgian capital ended badly.

Authorities warn of blast from whale Timmy

May 17, 2026 17:45

In recent weeks, humpback whale Timmy became a household name against his will. Daily updates about his situation and where he was were coming in. Unfortunately, a protracted rescue operation was unsuccessful. The Danish Environmental Protection Agency confirmed Wednesday that the dead specimen that washed ashore on Tuesday off the coast of the Danish island of Anholt is indeed the hotly debated Timmy.

Police shoot escaped tiger: owner is a controversial figure

May 17, 2026 17:06

"There is no longer a danger to the population," police reported via the German newspaper Bild. Indeed, an adult tiger had escaped in Schkeuditz, Germany, northwest of Leipzig. Police were called and officers shot the animal dead.

Dara, Eurovision winner: "I did a lot of therapy"

May 17, 2026 16:12

Bulgarian singer Dara, who won the Eurovision Song Contest with the catchy song "Bangaranga," spoke extensively and openly about how therapy, journal writing and strict daily mental health routines helped her overcome the doubt and anxiety she felt during the song contest.

Setback for Trump: Senate won't pay for golden ballroom

May 17, 2026 12:25

The US Senate is tentatively putting a stop to $400 million in federal security funding for the majestic White House ballroom.

Iraqi (32) detained for anti-Semitism attacks in the Netherlands

May 17, 2026 11:45

Police have arrested 32-year-old Iraqi Mohammad Al-Saadi for coordinating attacks against Jewish targets in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Liège, Antwerp, London and even the US. The man is suspected of being the alleged mastermind who directed others, not as the perpetrator who himself planted the bomb, to set fire or carry out the attack. He is also alleged to have close ties to the Iranian regime. The man is allegedly responsible for organizing the attacks on the Jewish school Cheider in Buitenveldert and office complex Atrium in the Zuidas.

Three killed in large-scale Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow

May 17, 2026 10:08

Last night a large-scale drone attack struck Moscow and the surrounding area. At least three people were killed and 12 injured in this Ukrainian air strike on the Moscow region. This was reported by Russian authorities on Sunday morning.

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