Natural Disasters

The latest Swiss Re natural catastrophe report shows that global losses from natural disasters hit close to $100 billion in the first six months of this year. This marks a big drop compared to the same period last year. Swiss Re is a major…

PARIS: (News Desk) - A powerful heatwave has fueled devastating wildfires across southwestern France, forcing nearly 150,000 residents and tourists to evacuate their homes. Authorities have ordered the full evacuation of Cap Ferret, a…

Indonesia - (Special Correspondent / Web Desk) - Heavy rainfall struck Indonesia’s Siau Island, triggering a sudden flash flood that claimed at least 16 lives, with three more reported missing, officials said Tuesday. The overflowing…