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August 16: European Drought and Hungary Bus Crash
In Europe
Satellite images show drought affecting roughly half of Europe’s land, with major rivers including the Danube and Rhine running low. The shrinking waterways raise pressure on agriculture, shipping and water supplies across the continent.
In Hungary, at least 12 people were killed when a Polish tourist coach crashed. Firefighters rescued 35 people, with several passengers initially trapped beneath the overturned vehicle.
At the Morocco-Ceuta border
Moroccan security forces say they stopped hundreds of migrants near Castillejos from attempting to enter Spain’s enclave of Ceuta. The operation follows a mass crossing attempt weeks earlier in which 141 people died.
In Hawaii
Hurricane Lala passed near the Big Island without making landfall, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The storm is expected to weaken, but officials had warned of flooding and mudslide risks after declaring an emergency.
In Gaza
Shortages of basic supplies now include lighters, leaving some families unable to ignite fuel and cook food. A small household item has become another barrier to getting a meal on the table.
In tech and security
Scammers are using holiday photos posted on social media to make bank-fraud messages more convincing. A picture can reveal where someone has travelled, allowing criminals to pose as a bank and claim a card was compromised there. Treat unsolicited alerts with suspicion, and contact your bank through its official app or number rather than a link in the message.
In Virginia
A 19-year-old has been arrested after five people were shot at Virginia State University. Police said the suspect was found hiding in a dormitory closet. One victim remains in critical condition.
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