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Forget Peter Parker, India has its own Spider-Man. He lives in Mumbai's Bhiwandi

Shadab Momin, a young man from Bhiwandi, dons a Spider-Man costume during monsoons. He actively assists residents by warning about potholes and pushing stalled vehicles. Videos show him carrying children across submerged streets, becoming a local legend. Momin uses his actions to highlight persistent flooding issues in the town. His…

The Economic Times

They’ve been hit by two major floods in two years. But Kerr County residents are staying.

Some say selling their property makes no financial sense even if they wanted to leave.

The Texas Tribune

Assam flood: Govt releases first tranche of Rs 15,000 interim relief to 75,000 affected households

In response to the catastrophic floods impacting Upper Assam, the state government has released interim relief for 75,000 affected families. The deluge has already claimed 85 lives as of Sunday, prompting Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to distribute the first installment of aid. More than 1.35 lakh citizens are currently…

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Assam floods: Locals rescue over 1,000 people after floodwaters submerge Sivasagar villages

Locals rescued over one thousand people from deep waters in Sivasagar district. Floodwaters rapidly submerged Nepali Khuti, prompting immediate rescue efforts by villagers. Villagers abandoned their homes and belongings to save stranded residents from rising waters. Five districts in Assam are currently affected by widespread flooding and crop damage. Authorities…

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Data centre race faces power logjam

Power, not land prices, has become the biggest hurdle for data centre investors evaluating Thailand, as growing demand is increasingly constrained by limited electricity and water infrastructure, according to property consultancy Savills Thailand.

Bangkok Post

Twenty provinces warned of flash floods

The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) has warned 20 provinces to prepare for possible flash floods, forest runoff, landslides and river overflows from Aug 2-4 as heavy rain is forecast in several regions.

Bangkok Post

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Flood Damage? What Policies Often Leave Out

Flood damage creates one of the biggest surprises in homeownership because many people assume their regular insurance handles every kind of water problem. Standard homeowners insurance usually covers certain types of water damage, but it often leaves flooding from outside water sources to a separate policy.

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Assam flood situation improves as number of affected dips to 1.78L, CM to tour worst-hit districts

Assam's flood situation shows slight improvement as affected people decrease. Seven districts remain inundated, impacting 1.78 lakh individuals across the state. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is visiting the worst-hit areas to assess relief efforts. The central government has sanctioned over Rs 370 crore for disaster response. Damage assessment for…

The Economic Times

Kerala weather, August 2: Is your district on the orange alert list? Check latest IMD forecast, exam updates

Kerala weather, August 2: Kerala faces an orange alert for very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on August 2. Authorities issued safety advisories and postponed examinations due to ongoing landslides and flooding. Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to move to safer locations if instructed. Public is cautioned against entering water…

The Economic Times

A Practical Guide to Home-Insurance Details to Check Before Peak Hurricane Season Arrives

Hurricane season does not wait for anyone to organize paperwork. A powerful storm can turn a normal afternoon into a frantic search for insurance documents, policy numbers, and answers about what a policy actually covers. That makes the weeks before peak hurricane season the perfect time to give a home…

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In the 1950s, to bring rain to Australia's parched interior, engineers proposed flooding Lake Eyre through a 320-km ocean canal, but the water would rapidly evaporate

Australia once considered a massive canal to create an inland sea at Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. Engineers revisited this macro-engineering concept during the mid-20th century for economic development. Modern science explored new technologies for filling the lake and reducing evaporation. These newer concepts focused on biosaline agriculture and renewable energy infrastructure.…

The Times of India

In 2024, a Dubai developer proposed a 72-km mangrove wall with 100 million trees: Why their tangled roots would shield beaches from waves and erosion

Mangroves offer natural coastal protection by reducing wave energy and stabilizing shorelines. These forests significantly decrease flood risks and prevent substantial annual flood damages worldwide. They also act as vital carbon sinks, aiding climate change mitigation efforts globally. Furthermore, mangroves provide essential nursery habitats supporting marine life and food security.…

The Times of India

Godavari flood intensity to increase; second warning level likely at Dowleswaram on Saturday: APSDMA

The Godavari river flood intensity is expected to increase steadily due to heavy upstream rainfall. Water levels at Bhadrachalam and Kunavaram are rising, with inflow and outflow at Dowleswaram Barrage exceeding 5.3 lakh cusecs. Authorities have alerted district administrations and kept disaster response teams ready for emergencies. People in low-lying…

The Economic Times

Fed's Warsh Sparks Bond Selloff, Apple Warns of '100-Year' Memory Flood: What Moved Markets This Week

The final week of July was not for the faint of heart.

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Flood tactics? Bring it on say Dockers after latest win

Fremantle have fought their way through the Western Bulldogs' flooding tactics to lock down a top-two berth and set a new club record for wins in a season.

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Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company is fighting 'a hundred-year flood' on memory pricing — expects to pay even more for memory in September following recent price hikes

Apple will pay even more for memory in the September quarter than it did in the June quarter, CEO Tim Cook told analysts on the company's earnings call.

Benzinga

Apple’s Worst Day Since March 2020: A ‘100-Year Flood’ Triggered It

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported the best June quarter in its history on Thursday, but shares still plummeted early Friday.

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Treacy the key as Dockers finally beat Bulldogs flood

Fremantle forward Josh Treacy has kicked three goals as the Dockers locked in a top-two berth and two home finals with a fighting victory over the Bulldogs.

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In 2003, Italy began building 78 movable gates to protect Venice from exceptionally high tides; after 17 years of construction and testing, the barriers were shown to work

Venice's MOSE flood barrier system protects the historic city from high tides. Engineers designed 78 movable gates to safeguard the lagoon from Adriatic Sea flooding. Construction began in 2003 and the system became operational after many years. The barriers successfully prevented widespread flooding during a major high-tide event in 2020.…

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BMW Will Flood The Market With New Cars Through 2027

Munich has a big agenda for the next 18 months.

The Times of India

In 1915, San Diego agreed to pay a rainmaker $10,000 if he filled a drought-hit reservoir; weeks later, heavy rain and floods fuelled debate over his claims

San Diego sought rain during a drought in the early twentieth century. Charles Hatfield offered a unique solution using a secret chemical mixture. Heavy rains followed his apparatus setup near Morena Reservoir. Flooding occurred, and the Lower Otay Dam failed, causing widespread destruction. Officials refused payment, citing unmet conditions and…

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Assam flood toll reaches 80, over 2 lakh people affected

Assam floods have claimed eighty lives, affecting over two lakh people in eight districts. The state government announced a six-month loan moratorium for affected citizens. Multiple agencies are actively engaged in rescue and relief operations across the region. Significant crop areas and infrastructure have been submerged and damaged by the…

Fortune

Tim Cook signs off on final Apple earnings call with warning of ‘100-year flood’ in memory chip pricing

The iPhone maker said severe constraints in the supply chain will affect sales of iPhones, Macs, and iPads in the current quarter.

The Independent UK

Heavy rains lead to water rescues, grist mill destruction in upstate New York

Cleanup efforts are underway in parts of upstate New York following two days of heavy rains that led to flash flooding, water rescues and the destruction of a centuries-old grist mill

The Economic Times

In 1910, Beavers nearly disappeared from the US. Today they are reshaping rivers again

North America's beaver population faced near extinction due to the fur trade. Fashion changes and conservation efforts allowed their numbers to slowly recover. Remarkably, beavers are now recognized for their role in managing drought and floods. Their dams create wetlands and act as fire refuges, benefiting ecosystems. This rodent's comeback…

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