Mount Etna Ash Closes Sicily Airport, Stranding Tourists
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Volcanic ash emissions from Mount Etna have led to the suspension of flights at Catania airport, disrupting travel for thousands of holidaymakers.
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WHO: Congo Ebola Outbreak Could Become Deadliest in History
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The current outbreak, declared May 15, has already killed over 2,000 people and is spreading faster than containment efforts, according to the World Health Organization.
Man Injured in Shark Attack Off Irish Coast
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A fishing trip turned perilous when a man was bitten on the leg by a shark near Ardmore, County Waterford.
Popular Sydney Restaurant Faces Closure Over $845,000 Tax Debt, Sparks Public Defense
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Emperor's Garden, a long-standing Sydney establishment, is being taken to court by the Australian Tax Office for significant unpaid taxes, but customers are rallying to its support.
F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training Flight in Turkey, Pilot Ejects Safely
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An F-16 aircraft experienced a fiery crash during a routine training exercise in Turkey's Yalova province, with the pilot successfully ejecting and surviving the incident.
French Villages Offer Cotswolds Charm Without the Crowds, Study Finds
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As the popular English region becomes more crowded, several French towns are emerging as quieter alternatives.
Hungary Intervenes on Danube to Prevent Nuclear Plant Shutdown
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Authorities are building a riverbed sill and considering sinking barges to maintain water levels at the Paks nuclear plant amid a persistent drought.
Baby Rescued From Rubble After Colombia Earthquake
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Rescuers pulled an infant to safety in a dramatic operation following a powerful earthquake that left over 250 dead and thousands missing.
Earthquake Devastates Western Colombia, Triggers Landslides
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A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10th, causing significant damage and prompting evacuations.