The Japan Meteorological Agency issued urgent warnings as Typhoon Dujuan delivered unprecedented rainfall and fierce winds to eastern Japan on Monday. The agency designated Oshima in the Izu Islands under a Level 5 landslide alert at 12:40 p.m., as heavy precipitation pushed totals in some areas beyond 500 millimeters. Chiba Prefecture alone recorded more than 300 millimeters from Saturday through early Monday afternoon. Officials advised residents to remain vigilant for flooding, overflowing rivers, and hazardous waves.
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Nepal’s Missing Flood Victims Count Climbs to 6,150 After Confirmation KATHMANDU / RankWire.AI / – The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority of Nepal has updated the tally of missing persons following the August 26 floods, now standing at 6,150. This new figure represents an increase of 971 from the previous count of 5,179. Officials explained that the rise is due to updated and verified records from the districts affected by the disaster. Since the event, authorities have recovered 1,403 bodies. The flooding and subsequent debris flows caused widespread destruction across northern Nepal, especially near the China border.
Extreme rainfall in Hainan forced more than 55,000 people from high-risk areas. The heavy downpour commenced on September 11 as a tropical depression in the South China Sea interacted with cold air, resulting in widespread heavy rain across the island. The most significant rainfall was recorded in southern and central parts, impacting locations such as Baoting, Wuzhishan, Wanning, Qionghai, and Lingshui. Floodwaters rose, and accumulation was seen in multiple communities as the rain persisted. Precipitation levels reached extraordinary figures in certain areas before the weather gradually eased. Between September 11 and 2 p.m. on September 14, Xiangshui township in Baoting experienced 912.9 millimeters of rainfall. During this period, six townships received over 700 millimeters, with three surpassing 800 millimeters. These data highlight the intense concentration of rainfall across parts of Hainan.
Pakistan households face rising food and fuel costs as inflation returns to double digits. (AI-generated image) The Pakistan government responded on September 14 with approval of a targeted fuel relief initiative via the Economic Coordination Committee. The scheme will provide Rs500 weekly to eligible two- and three-wheelers. Car owners with engines up to 800cc will receive Rs1,000 for every ten days. Assistance is limited to non-commercial users and one vehicle per person. The Ministry of IT and Telecom will oversee the digital Fuel Pass System. Consumers in Lahore are facing substantial gaps between official prices and market rates for key food items as Pakistan endures renewed inflationary pressures. Official rate cuts have not been reflected across many retail outlets. This week, chicken, vegetables, and fruit all exhibited large disparities between notified and actual market prices. Households are feeling the pinch as the national consumer inflation reaches double digits and rising fuel costs add further strain to daily expenses. For instance, chicken meat officially costs Rs461 per kilogram after a Rs22 reduction in the notified rate, yet retailers charge between Rs520 and Rs570 per kilogram in Lahore. Potatoes, officially priced between Rs27 and Rs30, are selling for Rs50 to Rs70. Tomatoes officially range from Rs130 to Rs180, but market prices soar to Rs250 to Rs300. Onions are sold for Rs200 to Rs220 despite a ceiling of Rs175. Other vegetables reflect similar disparities: spinach is officially Rs57 to Rs60
The official engagement occurred during President Begaj’s working visit to the United Arab Emirates, aimed at enhancing diplomatic ties and economic collaboration between the two nations. The talks concentrated on fast-tracking economic collaborations, infrastructure projects, renewable energy initiatives, and advanced technological integration. Sheikh Mohamed expressed his confidence in the visit’s potential to foster new avenues for meaningful commercial partnerships and sustained economic development, welcoming the Albanian delegation.Officials reaffirmed their resolve to stay closely coordinated across global forums to promote sustainable resource management and regional stability. As part of the diplomatic exchanges, President Bajram Begaj presented Sheikh Mohamed with the Grand Star of the Supreme Order of the Eagle, Albania’s highest state honor. This award recognizes the UAE President’s efforts in strengthening UAE-Albanian relations and fostering economic, cultural, and developmental collaborations between the nations.
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Emirates has officially commenced the northern winter travel season with strong booking trends across its global passenger network. The Dubai-based airline wrapped up its summer flight period ahead of initial corporate expectations, buoyed by ongoing demand from leisure travelers and premium class passengers. Emirates enters winter season with strong booking momentum following a high-density summer operational period during which the airline transported more than 8.6 million passengers between July and August across 140 global destinations.
Etihad adds Red Sea International Airport to its growing Saudi Arabia flight network. This route will be serviced by an Airbus A320 configured with eight Business Class seats and 150 Economy Class seats. Etihad highlighted that passengers across its network will be able to reach the Red Sea with just a single connection in Abu Dhabi, including travelers coming from markets across the Gulf and the Indian subcontinent. Tickets for the route are already accessible via Etihad’s booking platform for travel starting on the launch date. This new connection joins existing routes to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Medina, and Al Qassim in the airline’s Saudi route portfolio.
Indonesia resumed operations at Jakarta’s primary airport along with several regional airports on Tuesday following disruptions caused by volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau. The incident resulted in delays, cancellations, or diversions for over 340,000 travelers, impacting nearly 3,000 flights across the nation. Authorities reopened Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after winds cleared ash from critical aviation zones. Anak Krakatau remained active on Tuesday, with monitors recording three smaller eruptions during the morning hours.
Air Arabia increases Bangkok frequency with four daily flights from Sharjah to meet growing regional travel demand across commercial corridors. The expanded Bangkok operations complement the airline’s existing schedule to Thailand, which includes 21 weekly non-stop flights between Sharjah and Phuket. With the addition of the fourth daily Bangkok frequency, Air Arabia will operate a combined total of 49 weekly non-stop flights between its primary Sharjah hub and Thai destinations. The route expansion strengthens air connectivity between the Arabian Gulf and major Southeast Asian tourism and trade centers.
Health
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, in collaboration with the 23andMe Research Institute, has reported the discovery of a rare inherited genetic mutation that significantly elevates lung cancer risk. According to groundbreaking research published in the journal Science, this mutation increases the likelihood of developing lung cancer roughly 25 times overall and as much as 60 times in individuals who have never smoked. The study analyzed de-identified genetic data from over 3.3 million individuals. The researchers identified the germline variant, known as EGFR T790M, as one of the most potent inherited risk factors for lung cancer identified to date.
Technology
Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo on Sept. 9, marking its entry into the foldable smartphone market. Starting at $1,999 in the U.S., the device features a 7.6-inch inner display that unfolds from a closed form. When folded, it utilizes a 5.4-inch outer screen for typical phone functions. Preorders will open on Oct. 16, with retail launches scheduled for Oct. 23. This release introduces a new iPhone design category, complementing Apple’s existing smartphone lineup.