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In 1908, a cowboy checking flood damage spotted giant bones in a New Mexico arroyo; the site later helped overturn accepted ideas about America’s earliest inhabitants

George McJunkin’s remarkable discovery of ancient bison bones and spear points in New Mexico provided compelling evidence for the existence of early human settlers in North America. The Folsom site showcased bones from extinct bison species, with a spear point suggesting that human habitation dates back much further than previously…

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JD(U) won't oppose UCC if provisions are okay: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary stated the JD(U) will study the Uniform Civil Code Bill. The party will not oppose the legislation without valid reasons for objection. Senior JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak had previously voiced strong opposition to the Uniform Civil Code. Chaudhary clarified that the party will…

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‘Miracles do happen’: Families await news of pilgrims missing after Nepal-China flood

Families anxiously await news of loved ones missing after a Himalayan flood. A mudslide destroyed a Nepal-China border crossing, causing widespread devastation. Many foreigners and locals remain unaccounted for after the disaster struck. Rescue efforts continue, but information flow has significantly slowed. Loved ones hold onto hope for miraculous survival…

The Economic Times

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How to Monsoon-Proof Your Indian Home Before Leaks, Seepage, and Mold Take Over

Start at the Roof, Every Leak Begins ThereThe terrace is the first place water finds a way in, and the last place most homeowners inspect. For flat RCC roofs common across Indian cities, the waterproofing coat, usually a bituminous membrane or a crystalline compound, has a functional life of three…

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Investors weigh the potential cost of AI 'slowdown'

The AI boom that has powered markets and unleashed a flood of investment is showing signs of strain. Calls to slow the development of powerful models fuel doubts over whether the sector's promised profits can justify its staggering costs.

France 24

Himalayas approaching tipping point, millions of livelihoods at stake, report finds

Himalayan glaciers are melting at an accelerated rate, posing a significant threat to regional water security. This alarming trend indicates the region is approaching "peak water" by the middle of this century. Recent glacier collapses have caused devastating landslides and flash floods, resulting in numerous fatalities and missing persons.

The Economic Times

Fall Foods Are Back at Trader Joe’s — Which Seasonal Buys Are Actually Worth the Price?

The air turns crisp, and grocery store aisles flood with autumn branding. Trader Joe’s treats the transition to cooler weather like a major holiday, rolling out dozens of limited-edition items that generate genuine internet frenzy. Navigating the seasonal shelves can easily lead to a cart overflowing with impulse buys. Evaluating…

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Texas lawmaker vows to keep pushing for statewide emergency disaster response system

State Rep. Ken King, whose proposal to create a system failed twice, heard testimony about firefighters being forced to carry multiple radios in an emergency and how long it takes to coordinate agencies.

The Texas Tribune

Climate catastrophe leaves Nepal mourning while the search for the missing continues

The himalayan flash flood that devastated northern Nepal on August 26 was an unprecedented disaster. The death toll continues to rise, with nearly 1,400 people now confirmed dead and 5,130 still missing, including around 600 foreign nationals from 35 countries.

France 24

Drenching rains bring flash flooding across coastal Connecticut, New York and New Jersey

Flash flooding brought on by heavy rains has prompted road closures, water rescues and commuter rail problems across the tristate area

The Independent UK

The flood destroyed his village. Now, his friends in Morpeth want him to know they're with him

Raj Kumar Bhatta, the chef at this Hunter pub, lost his entire family in the Nepal flood. Now the Hunter is doing what they can to help.

Newcastle Herald

Heavy rain floods New Jersey roads, leaves 5,600 without power; vehicles stuck in rising waters

Heavy rain triggered flash flood warnings across parts of New Jersey on Sunday, leaving thousands of homes and businesses without power and causing flooding on roads in several areas.

The Times of India

Tejashwi Yadav accuses Centre of 'stepmotherly' treatment in Bihar flood relief

Tejashwi Yadav criticises the Centre's alleged stepmotherly treatment of Bihar regarding flood relief. He stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi provides quick assurances for Gujarat's flood situations. Yadav mentioned writing to the Prime Minister demanding national disaster status and financial aid. He questioned the Bihar Chief Minister's ability to secure central…

The Economic Times

India sends first consignment of Bailey bridge components to flood-hit Nepal

India has sent the first consignment of components for a 70-metre Bailey bridge to flood-hit Betrawati in Nepal, aimed at restoring connectivity in the area. More components are expected to arrive in the coming days.

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France 24

'Second life': Nepal hydropower tunnel survivor recalls ordeal

Nepali hydropower worker Sanjay Sah survived in total darkness inside a tunnel flooded by the deadly flash flood that struck the China-Nepal border on August 26, drinking muddy water and praying that rescuers would find him. The survivor, who was rescued on September 4, recalls the 10 days he spent…

Times Life

Sevagram, Deekshabhoomi, and Chikhaldara: Why Vidarbha Deserves More Than a Stopover

The Train Doesn't Stop Long EnoughNagpur sits at the geographic centre of India, which means every major rail route passes through it and almost nobody stays. The city is a junction, a pause between destinations, a place where you change platforms and check your phone. Vidarbha, the region it anchors,…

Times Life

Murud-Janjira, Sindhudurg and Vijaydurg: Three Maratha Sea Forts Where the Tides Set Your Itinerary

Why the Water Is the First Thing to Plan AroundAll three forts are island structures or tidal promontories. No road reaches any of them. Ferries and small wooden boats are the only access, and those boats run on tidal windows that shift daily. At Murud-Janjira, the ferry from Rajpuri jetty…

The Economic Times

Nepal flood reconstruction bill to be $4.78 bn: foreign ministry

Nepal estimates a $4.78 billion reconstruction bill following a deadly glacial flood. Prime Minister Balendra Shah will address the UN General Assembly on climate change impacts. The disaster killed over 1,400 people and left thousands missing on the China-Nepal border. Damage assessments indicate significant losses to infrastructure and agricultural land.…

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Bihar flood situation grim, over 47 lakh affected across 15 districts

Bihar's flood situation remains grim, affecting over 47 lakh people across fifteen districts. The Ganga and its tributaries continue flowing above danger levels, causing embankment breaches. Officials are working to repair breaches and prevent further water entry into residential areas. Community kitchens and relief camps are providing essential services to…

The Conversation

Nepal floods: how measuring snow in the Himalayas could help avoid future disasters

The massive and deadly floods on the Nepal-Tibet border are a stark reminder of why the world needs to constantly update its understanding of the fragile ecosystem in the Himalayas.

The Conversation

Floods and droughts are both signs of water insecurity – they show up in these four places

After the UK’s hottest ever summer on record, when much of the country has experienced a fraction of its normal levels of rain, many regions continue to be in drought. This water crisis has led to parched reservoirs and widespread hosepipe bans. Yet early autumn heat has been making way…

The Times of India

Netherlands' 9km flood barrier triggered "sand hunger," shrinking tidal flats

The Netherlands built one of the world’s most ambitious flood defences after the devastating North Sea flood of 1953. Completed in 1986, the 9-kilometre Eastern Scheldt Barrier was designed to protect hundreds of thousands of people while keeping the estuary open to tides and saltwater. But the engineering solution created…

Latin Times

Red Alert in the U.S. Central Corridor: Historic Droughts and Floods Threaten from Texas to Chicago

From a 46-day Texas drought to a 113-year flood record in Indiana and Chicago's maxed reservoirs — why this corridor can't stop flooding.

The Conversation

Pennsylvania’s aging levees are under pressure from scarce funding and severe weather

Pennsylvania has over 180 levees that span approximately 155 miles (255 kilometers) and keep its rivers from flooding. They protect about 158,000 people and US$26.2 billion in property across the state, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Economic Times

JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha flags Bihar's water concerns, opposes renewal of Ganga water treaty with B'desh

JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha urged the Centre not to renew the Ganga water treaty. He alleged Bihar's water share has been stolen for three decades. The treaty signed in 1996 governs dry-season water flows at Farakka Barrage. Bangladesh receives 1,500 cumecs while Bihar gets only 400 cumecs. Jha linked…

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