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In response to an ever-evolving and increasingly large-scale aerial threat, Kyiv is building a complex air defense system, featuring innovative, low-cost surface-to-air solutions that can be operated by civilians.
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She was sure that there would be warnings if there was any danger. But then the floods came. This is Toñi García’s story Location Valencia, Spain Disaster Floods, 2024 Toñi García lives in Valencia. On 29 October 2024, devastating storms hit the Iberian peninsula, bringing the heaviest rain so far this century. The national alert system sounded at around 8.30pm local time; by then, however, flood waters had already broken through the city. Scientists say the explosive downpours were linked to climate change. Continue reading… Source link
Funding announcement expected in next week’s budget as part of attempt to secure thousands of new homes Rachel Reeves is expected to announce funding for an extension of the Docklands Light Railway at next week’s budget in an attempt to secure thousands of new homes. A Treasury source said the chancellor is expected to back the extension of the DLR to Thamesmead, in south-east London. Continue reading… Source link
Nearly 12,000 children were killed or injured in 2024 in conflict zones and 70% of them were killed or injured by aerial bombs or mines, according to the NGO Save the Children. The wars in Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine are among the deadliest for young people. Source link