Beaches Closed in UAE After Oil Tanker Hit Near Strait of Hormuz
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An oil spill is spreading along the United Arab Emirates coastline following an attack on a tanker, prompting beach closures and environmental assessments.
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Historic Brighton Pier Section Collapses Amid Storm Austen
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The iconic West Pier, already damaged by arson and erosion, succumbed to strong Atlantic winds and waves.
Multi-story Building Collapses in Kenya, Trapping Unknown Number
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Dozens are feared trapped beneath the rubble of a building under construction that collapsed in Nairobi's Eastleigh area.
Britain Braces for Second Major Storm as 'Boelo' Follows 'Austen'
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The UK faces another weekend of powerful winds and heavy rain with amber warnings in place, after thousands lost power and coastal landmarks were damaged by the previous storm.
Gunmen Kill 7 at Jordanian Church in 'Terrorist Attack'
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At least 34 injured in shooting during funeral at Greek Orthodox church in Karak.
Scotland Hit by 'Biblical' Downpours as Storms Bring 'Danger to Life' Warnings
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Two storms, Storm Austen and Storm Boelo, are bringing heavy rain and hurricane-force winds, prompting amber warnings and advice to stay indoors.
Wallaby Halts MotoGP Practice at Phillip Island
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An unexpected marsupial intrusion led to a red flag during practice for the final Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island.
Storm Austen Leaves Thousands Without Power in Southern UK
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Gusts up to 84mph cause travel disruptions and infrastructure damage as a second storm approaches.
Six Dead, 28 Injured in Jordan Funeral Shooting
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Gunmen opened fire on a funeral service in Jordan's Karak governorate on Friday, killing six people and wounding 28 others.