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Futurism
3 days ago
Science

Angry Volcano in Iceland Just Threw Up an Apocalyptic 150-Foot Tidal Wave of Molten Lava

Increased volcanic activity in Iceland causing evacuations and disruptions to nearby areas. [ more ]
time.com
3 days ago
Science

Iceland Volcano Starts Erupting Again, Shooting Lava Into the Sky

A volcano erupted in Grindavik, Iceland, threatening the town and leading to evacuations at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. [ more ]
www.france24.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Tens of thousands evacuated in Russia, Kazakhstan amid worst floods in decades

Over 100,000 people evacuated in Russia and Kazakhstan due to severe flooding caused by rapidly melting snow.
Rivers in Ural Mountains, Siberia, and Kazakhstan swelled to record heights, prompting urgent evacuation orders and emergency measures. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Russia and Kazakhstan evacuate tens of thousands amid worst floods in decades

More than 100,000 people evacuated due to severe flooding in Russia and Kazakhstan.
Major rivers like the Ural and Tobol experienced record water levels, causing significant damage in multiple regions. [ more ]
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Truthout
4 days ago
OMG science

NOAA Predicts More Atlantic Storms, Hurricanes Than Average for 2024 Season

Take time to understand your unique risks now, as NOAA predicts more frequent and catastrophic storms in the 2024 Atlantic season. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
US news

I've Never Seen Anything Like It.' Tornado Devastates Arkansas Town.

Families in Arkansas faced terrifying tornado experience, with homes damaged but lives spared. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 days ago
US news

At least 18 are dead after tornadoes rip through parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas

The severe storms in Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas led to at least 18 deaths and extensive damage, causing power outages and prompting states to declare emergencies and issue warnings. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
New York City

Hundreds Feared Dead in Papua New Guinea Landslide

Unstable rubble and debris complicate search and rescue efforts after massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, with likely hundreds dead in densely populated area. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

What's in Your Hurricane Stash?

Being prepared with a hurricane stash is essential for surviving storms. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

An Iowa Town Is Devastated by a Tornado

Powerful storms hit Iowa causing deaths, destruction, and an emergency disaster proclamation by Gov. Kim Reynolds. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Stock up on torches and candles in case of power cuts, deputy PM warns

Britain's deputy PM, Oliver Dowden, has urged the public to prepare for power cuts and digital communication failures by stocking up on candles, torches, and battery-powered radios.
A national resilience academy will be launched to help people and businesses prepare for future pandemics, natural disasters, and cyber-attacks. [ more ]
Mail Online
6 months ago
Environment

Britain to be BANKRUPT by natural disasters in 110 years, study warns

The yearly growth of costs related to natural disasters is about 11.2%, while UK's growth in GDP sits at 4.1%.
If the current trend continues, the cost of natural disasters will overtake what the UK government can afford by 2134.
Flooding will be the costliest natural disaster for the UK to deal with, including up to £33.9 billion in the next decade alone. [ more ]
euronews
6 months ago
France politics

Macron pledges 50 million for flood victims in Pas-de-Calais

Emmanuel Macron promised a €50 million support fund for local authorities in the Pas-de-Calais region affected by flooding.
Another support fund will be launched for farmers affected by the storm in Brittany and Normandy.
244 communes have been classified as natural disasters, with 214 in the Pas-de-Calais and around thirty in the Nord. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Top 10 tiny homes for environmentalists who cant stop obsessing over micro-living setups - Yanko Design

Tiny homes gained popularity a couple of years ago, and since then they've cemented their place in the world of architecture.What started off as a cute little trend is now turning into a serious option for home spaces.You could say that 2022 was the year of tiny homes!And I do believe this will continue well in the future.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

"Nothing is replacing human designers in our lifetimes" says commenter

In this week's comments update, readers are discussing an opinion piece that claims "AI is putting our jobs as architects unquestionably at risk".In the opinion piece, AI author and Florida International University professor Neil Leach writes "architects urgently need to get to grips with the existential threat posed by AI" or risk "sleepwalking into oblivion".
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