Some residents of the flood-hit Indonesian island of Sumatra have resorted to stealing food and water to survive, authorities said Sunday, while Sri Lankan officials said deaths from floods and mudslides in that island nation have risen to 193. CBC | World News
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Israeli forces kill at least 13 in southern Syria raid, officials and residents say
Israeli forces in southern Syria raided a village and opened fire when they were confronted by residents on Friday, killing at least 13, Syrian officials said, as Israel fights on a number of fronts while the shaky ceasefire in Gaza moves forward. CBC | World News
Read More »Hong Kong highrise fire leaves at least 4 dead, with reports of residents trapped
A fire ravaged a highrise housing complex in Hong Kong on Wednesday, killing at least four people and leaving others trapped inside, authorities said. CBC | World News
Read More »Panic in Russia as residents sell up and flee war torn island loved by Putin
The peninsula has always been a favourite holiday destination for Russians – both during the Soviet period and after its demise. Daily Express :: News Feed
Read More »Taiwan evacuates residents trapped by flooding as tropical storm approaches
Taiwan evacuated more than 8,000 people from coastal and mountainous areas and closed schools ahead of the arrival of tropical storm Fung-wong. In Yilan County, rescue workers ferried people using boats and amphibious vehicles after torrential rains triggered severe flooding, and residents worked to clear debris and water from their homes. CBC | World News
Read More »The world’s smallest capital city with only 3 buildings and no residents
This island nation has the only capital in the world without a population. Daily Express :: News Feed
Read More »Ukraine tells residents to leave dozens of villages near city of Kupiansk
Local authorities in Ukraine ordered the evacuation of residents from dozens of villages on Tuesday near the all-but-destroyed northeastern city of Kupiansk, citing the “worsening security situation,” in a region that has faced heavy Russian attacks. CBC | World News
Read More »Fury in Majorca as locals rage at tourists – ‘residents must always come first!’
Residents in Majorca are growing increasingly frustrated about public transport packed with tourists. Daily Express :: News Feed
Read More »City residents spend more time outdoors than those in rural areas – but mostly on the move
A surprising study has revealed urbanites are spending more time outdoors than their rural counterparts. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Read More »Popular UK seaside town is beautiful but residents ‘struggle to get phone signal’
The stunning town in Pembrokeshire is celebrated for its beauty, but residents say it’s really hard to find a phone signal. Daily Express :: Travel Feed
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