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What is a meteotsunami? What happened when it hit shores of Lake Michigan?
Contrary to meteotsunamis, regular tsunamis are triggered by seismic activities and can get far larger and wreak havoc creating damage and devastation in a big way. Tsunami waves can exceed 100 feet, but meteotsunamis typically pack waves of roughly 6 feet or less. Meteotsunamis have hit the shores of Lake Michigan.
Tourists keep disappearing in Greece. What to know as death toll from heatwave rises
Deadly heatwaves are scorching cities on four continents, highlighting the severe impacts of climate change. Record-breaking temperatures could make this summer the hottest in 2,000 years, surpassing last year's record.
What to know about the G7 Summit, and why it matters
Whatever the leaders' disagreements on the issues, one feature of the summits tends to be a shared overall outlook. Their countries are major trading partners, and even if their share of global trade has declined, they account for about half of the world economy. They also share broadly similar views on trade, security and human rights, giving them enormous influence when they act in concert.
Roman museum houses stolen artefacts
The "Museum for Rescued Art" is housed in a spectacular hall within the majestic Diocletian Baths, ancient Rome's largest bath complex.
Italian PM Meloni says will stand in EU elections
Meloni's Brothers of Italy party, which has neo-Fascist roots, came top in Italy's 2022 general election with 26 percent of the vote. It is polling at similar levels ahead of the European elections on from June 6-9.
At least 28 people died when shelling hit a bakery in Russian-occupied Ukraine
Ukraine struck a bakery in Lysychansk with U.S.-supplied HIMARS rockets, killing at least 28 people including women and a child. The bakery, located in Russian-controlled eastern Ukraine, was crowded with civilians at the time of the attack. Russian-backed officials condemned the Ukrainian attack and accused the West of financing the Kyiv regime's use of deadly weapons. The exact details of the attack, including the weapons used, are yet to be independently verified.
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The US is struggling to handle an immigration surge – here's how Europe is dealing with its own influx
US border officials encountered more than 1.1 million people illegally crossing the US border from April 2022 through March 2023. Germany and Italy have implemented reforms to make deportation easier in response to increases in undocumented immigration. Greece is considering new laws to issue residence and work permits to address labor shortages, while Canada plans to allow people who entered with valid visas to apply for permanent residency.
Hand-sewn, 3,000-yr-old boat emerges from depths of Adriatic Sea
Discovered in the waters of Croatia's northwestern Istria peninsula, the Zambratija boat dates back to the period between late 12th and late 10th century BC: the transition period from the Bronze to the Iron Age, analyses showed.
Montenegro court extends custody of crypto fugitive Do Kwon
A Montenegro court on Tuesday extended the custody of cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon by two months, after paving the way for his extradition to either South Korea or the United States.
Ukraine and Croatia agree on use of Croatian ports for grain exports
Russia quit the U.N.-brokered Black Sea grain deal this month, depriving Ukraine, a global producer, of a vital conduit to safely export its agricultural products during the war.
Deadly wildfires in Greece and other European countries destroy homes and threaten nature reserves
The summer wildfires have struck countries across the region, prompting the European Union to expand its support, sending two Spanish firefighting planes to Tunisia after wildfires in neighboring Algeria left at least 34 people dead in recent days.
Italy’s ‘miracle’ pizza maker draws strong opposition from the Vatican
In a country where three-quarters of the population still identify as Catholic, the case has rekindled public fascination with the supernatural -- even more so since it has echoes of a hit television series, 'The Miracle'.
Your complete itinerary: How to spend 36 Hours in Split, Croatia
Equal parts chic Adriatic beach town, active archaeological site and proud, gritty port city, Split is fueled by long seafood lunches, ancient traditions and wine-filled evenings. "We're great hosts," said Ivica Puljak, the physicist-turned-mayor of Split. "But our priority is that Split remains a living center for our citizens."
Ukraine war: Moldova could be the first domino in a new Russian plan for horizontal escalation
Even before the start of the war in Ukraine, there were signs of the countries of Central Asia beginning to assert their individual and collective interests more strongly, a trend that has accelerated since February 2022. Notably, as China's role in the region has grown, partly as a result of the void created by Russia, the US has rekindled its relationships with key partners in central Asia, especially Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, in yet another sign of Russia's diminishing stature.
FACTBOX-How the EU ban on Russian crude affects oil flows
The EU imposed a ban on seaborne Russian crude oil imports from Dec. 5 and G7 countries set a price cap on Russian seaborne exports at $60 per barrel over Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022
PFAS: What is it? Read its toxic nature and adverse consequences
Here's all one requires to know about PFAs, often known as "forever chemicals". These are found in the air, water, soil, sediments, and rain.
5.7 magnitude earthquake hits Italy’s off Fano coast, tremors felt in several other countries. Details inside
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 7km from the earth's surface and 28km northeast of Fano, a popular Italian beach resort. It gave shake waves to many other countries.
Deadly floods in Italy kill 10, several missing
Several Italian towns were hit by floods on September 16. The devastating event resulted from a heavy downpour that swept the region on September 15. At least 10 people have been confirmed dead.
Suits & Sayings: A London summer for India’s power club; guests had to shell out money at this wedding; start-up boss is 3rd-time unlucky
Mayfair and Park Lane have indeed become an extension of Amrita Shergill Marg and Altamount Road.
EU, Azerbaijan plan gas deal in pivot away from Russia
The draft highlighted the importance of "long-term, predictable and stable contracts" to provide security to gas producers. But it also said future gas contracts would need to align with the EU's climate change targets, which according to Brussels will require gas use to plummet, particularly after 2030.
New gas pipeline boosts Europe's bid to ease Russian supply
A new pipeline - built during the COVID-19 pandemic, tested and due to start commercial operation in June - will ensure that large volumes of gas will flow between the two countries in both directions to generate electricity, fuel industry and heat homes.
Slovenia is strategic gateway to Southern & Central Europe: PM
In a fiercely competitive international tender in 2015, the Slovenian company Pipistrel was awarded a contract to produce 194 highly capable trainer aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF), the Indian Navy (IN) and the National Cadet Corps (NCC) for various purposes. This is the world’s largest single contract for the delivery of light aircraft to date.
Europe’s key strategic forum begins amid major churning in geo-politics
India is the only Asian country invited for this edition of BSF where Foreign Minister S Jaishankar will elaborate on India’s Indo-Pacific vision on Thursday besides meeting EU Foreign Ministers. Afghanistan among other issues will among key talking points when Jaishankar meets the EU Foreign Ministers.
Cruise ships restart in Venice; protesters decry their risks
The first cruise ship leaving Venice since the pandemic is set to depart Saturday amid protests by activists demanding that the ship be rerouted out the fragile lagoon, especially Giudecca Canal through the city's historic centre.
Indian women boxers sign off with 5 gold medals at Montenegro youth tourney
Babyrojisana Chanu (51kg) and Arundhati Choudhary (69kg) fetched two more gold medals as Indian women boxers ended with five overall for a top finish in the 30th Adriatic Pearl Tournament in Budva, Montenegro. Lucky Rana (64kg) secured a silver as Indian women emerged as the top team with 10 medals (five gold, three silver and two bronze).
Stolen from Paris, Banksy artwork honouring Bataclan victims makes its way to Italy
Prosecutors say that the painting was 'hidden well' in the attic.
World Heritage sites threatened by climate change: Study
The study, published in the journal Nature, presents a risk index that ranks the sites according to the threat they face from today until the end of the century.
Croatia’s lessons of history, from ships to soccer
This tiny country has repeatedly triumphed over the many challenges it has faced over centuries.
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