insert_link WorldMillions of Americans Prepare for Intense Storms Tens of millions of Americans are under severe weather advisories as tornadoes and thunderstorms are set to strike parts of the country. The storms have already disrupted major events and left hundreds of thousands without power. Mitch McCann reports: today5 March, 2025
insert_link WorldRescue efforts continue to pull out 8 men trapped in Indian tunnel Clock is ticking for the eight men trapped in a collapsed tunnel in India as rescue efforts continue for the fourth day. At least eleven state and federal agencies are involved - and have roped in advanced SONAR and drone systems to locate the men. Ishan Garg tells us more. today26 February, 2025
insert_link South AfricaFirefighters in the Cape Winelands battling multiple fires Firefighters in the Cape Winelands faced a tough night battling multiple fires. Spokesperson Jo-Anne Otto says the Dunstone and Rooshoek fires near Wellington were contained, while teams at Oaklands diverted flames away from horse stables and plantations. In Witzenberg, successful backburns helped contain key fire lines. Otto confirmed that crews continue mopping up and monitoring hotspots as efforts to control the blazes persist: today24 February, 2025
EnvironmentDrought Puts 1.26 Million at Risk of Food Insecurity A severe drought has disrupted farming, placing over 1.26 million people—40% of the population—at risk of food insecurity. The delayed rainy season and insufficient rainfall have worsened planting conditions. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein has provided an update on the crisis. today22 February, 2025
insert_link WorldMillions affected by extreme weather across United States Powerful storms have battered vast swathes of America's southeast, causing multiple fatalities and leaving hundreds of thousands of homes without power. US President Donald Trump has approved a request for disaster relief funding. But more extreme weather is expected in the days ahead. Benji Hyer reports. today18 February, 2025
