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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1205, Hubert Walter, English archbishop and politician, Lord Chancellor of The United Kingdom (born 1160) passed away. In 1399, Peter Parler, German architect, designed St. Vitus Cathedral and Charles Bridge (born 1330) passed away. In 1910, Loren Pope, American journalist and author (died 2008) was born. In 1970, Leslie Groves, American general and engineer (born 1896) passed away. In 1976, Frederick Hawksworth, English engineer (born 1884) passed away. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1983, Gabrielle Roy, Canadian engineer and author (born 1909) passed away. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Brace for heavy rain and squally thunderstorms, Hong Kong Observatory warns
Hong Kong’s observatory has warned of heavy showers and squally thunderstorms over the city in the coming week, but said it remains uncertain whether the low-pressure trough driving the storms will develop into a tropical cyclone. A spokesman for the Hong Kong Observatory said on Sunday that convective clouds associated with a broad trough of low pressure have been affecting the central South China Sea and are expected to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to the city on Tuesday and...
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South China Morning Post
· Jul 7, 2026
Serious flooding risk in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long under amber rainstorm signal
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Hong Kong’s weather forecaster has warned of severe downpours and serious flooding in Yuen Long under the amber rainstorm signal. The Hong Kong Observatory, which issued the signal at 5.30am on Tuesday, said hourly rainfall in the northwestern New Territories district was expected to exceed, or had already exceeded, 100mm. “There is a severe rainstorm in Yuen...
BOL News
· Jul 12, 2026
NDMA issues glacial flood alert for Gilgit-Baltistan, KP amid monsoon spell
The PMD warned that communities living in low lying areas and along riverbanks could face sudden flooding. The post NDMA issues glacial flood alert for Gilgit-Baltistan, KP amid monsoon spell appeared first on BOL News.
Yonhap News Agency
· Jul 9, 2026
(LEAD) Heavy downpours cause flooding, damage, forcing over 600 to evacuate
SEOUL, July 9 (Yonhap) -- Heavy monsoon rains pounded central and other parts of...
Irish News
· Jun 27, 2026
Floods and landslides as two tropical storms pound Japan
At least one person has died after storms Mekkhala and Higos struck.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 11, 2026
Ribut petir, hujan lebat dijangka di tujuh negeri hingga 9 malam
PETALING JAYA: Ribut petir, hujan lebat dan angin kencang melibatkan beberapa kawasan di tujuh negeri dijangka berlarutan sehingga pukul 9 malam ini. Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia) menerusi hantaran di Facebook memaklumkan, kawasan yang terlibat di Perak iaitu Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta, Perak Tengah, Kampar, Hilir Perak dan Batang Padang. Katanya, cuaca sama turut diramalkan ... Read more The post Ribut petir, hujan lebat dijangka di tujuh negeri hingga 9 malam appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
The korea Herald News
· Jul 9, 2026
Overnight downpours batter central S. Korea, at least 1 missing
Overnight monsoon rains battered central South Korea, triggering flooding, road accidents and emergency evacuations. According to the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters under the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, one person was reported missing as of 11 a.m. Thursday in connection with the heavy rain. A total of 423 residents had been evacuated, while more than 200 cases of damage to public and private facilities had been reported. The Korea Meteorological Administration
Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 11, 2026
Torrential rains trigger floods, evacuations in South Korea
Torrential rains trigger floods, evacuations in South Korea
Reuters
· Jun 25, 2026
Heavy rains from nearby typhoon flood southern Taiwan
Heavy rains from a passing typhoon caused flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan. Although Typhoon Mekkhala, which is heading towards Japan, will not make landfall in Taiwan, its outer bands are bringing torrential rain to parts of the island, especially in Kaohsiung and Pingtung in the south. #taiwan #flood #typhoon #taipei #flooding
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 6, 2026
Mumbai rains: 2 dead, 142 trees uprooted amid heavy rainfall, strong winds; BMC on high alert
IMD says rains to continue
Malay Mail
· Jul 11, 2026
Heavy rain and thunderstorms lash Johor, but voters brave the weather to keep polling on track
JOHOR BAHRU, July 11 — Heavy rain and thunderstorms across Johor since midday today have not dampened t...
WOKI – 98.7 FM – Knoxville
· Jul 13, 2026
Flash Flooding Triggers Mudslides, Rescues and Major Property Damage in Del Rio
DEL RIO, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT - Severe thunderstorms and torrential rainfall Saturday morning caused widespread flooding, mudslides and property damage ...
India TV News
· Jun 29, 2026
Rain, thunderstorms bring much-needed relief to Delhi-NCR after days of scorching heat
After several days of intense heat and high humidity, rain and thunderstorms swept across parts of Delhi-NCR on Monday, bringing welcome relief to residents. The showers helped bring down temperatures and eased the uncomfortable weather that had gripped the national capital over the past few days. Many parts of the city witnessed light to moderate rainfall along with gusty winds.
Times of India
· Jul 9, 2026
Super Typhoon Bavi: Taiwan, China and Japan brace for giant storm as wide as France
Super Typhoon Bavi: Taiwan, China and Japan brace for giant storm as wide as France
NDTV
· Jul 9, 2026
Updates: Monsoon Spell Continues In Delhi, Waterlogging In Several Parts
Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: Heavy monsoon rain hits Delhi NCR with waterlogging reported in key areas
The Economic Times
· Jul 3, 2026
Delhi-NCR weather: Rain, thunderstorms likely
Delhi-NCR weather: Rain, thunderstorms likely
Fark
· Jul 4, 2026
Typhoon watch in effect for Guam; Bavi could be stronger than Sinlaku, Mawar. US & GovGuam declare state of emergency, hope winds won't tip it over into the ocean [Scary]
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UrduPoint
· Jul 10, 2026
Rain, windstorms likely in upper parts during weekend: PMD
Rain, windstorms likely in upper parts during weekend: PMD
India Today
· Jul 2, 2026
Rain lashes several parts of Delhi-NCR; red alert issued, thunderstorms predicted
Rain lashes several parts of Delhi-NCR; red alert issued, thunderstorms predicted
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 5, 2026
Super typhoon threatens US Pacific
Residents of Guam and the Northern Marianas sought refuge in emergency shelters and made last-minute preparations on Sunday as a “super typhoon” approached, expected to sweep across the US Pacific territories within hours. Super Typhoon Bavi was predicted to barrel westward over the region around 10am tomorrow (6pm Malaysian time), packing sustained winds of 260 [] The post Super typhoon threatens US Pacific appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
OneIndia
· Jul 7, 2026
Delhi Weather Update: IMD Issues Red Alert As Heavy Rain And Thunderstorms Lash NCR
The city of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) experienced heavy rains and thunderstorms on Tuesday, bringing relief from the hot and humid weather. Due to the unexpected heavy rainfall, the weather turned cold in some parts and the India
The Watchers
· Jun 26, 2026
Winter Storm Warnings issued for Idaho and Montana mountains
The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Missoula upgraded Winter Storm Watches to Winter Storm Warnings at 11:04 MDT (17:04 UTC) on June 26, 2026, for four high-elevation zones in central Idaho and southwest Montana, where 10-20 cm (4-8 inches) of heavy wet snow, with isolated amounts up to 30 cm (12 inches), is forecast above about 2 000 m (6 500 feet) over the weekend. Source
The Independent
· Jul 3, 2026
Monster super typhoon bears down on US communities still recovering
Residents of U.S. territories in the western Pacific are bracing for a possible super typhoon, just months after the region was hit by the strongest tropical cyclone on Earth this year
BERNAMA
· Jul 8, 2026
General : Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Forecast In Seven States Until 9 PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in seven states until 9 pm today.
The New Zealand Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
Weather live updates: Severe weather continues to lash upper South Island; rain and wind watches in the north
Weather live updates: Severe weather continues to lash upper South Island; rain and wind watches in the north
Kuwait Times
· Jul 3, 2026
Projected ‘super typhoon’ heads for US Pacific islands
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Related coverage for "Brace for heavy rain and squally thunderstorms, Hong Kong Observatory warns": South China Morning Post — Serious flooding risk in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long under amber rainstorm signal. BOL News — NDMA issues glacial flood alert for Gilgit-Baltistan, KP amid monsoon spell. Yonhap News Agency — (LEAD) Heavy downpours cause flooding, damage, forcing over 600 to evacuate. Irish News — Floods and landslides as two tropical storms pound Japan. Utusan Malaysia — Ribut petir, hujan lebat dijangka di tujuh negeri hingga 9 malam. The korea Herald News — Overnight downpours batter central S. Korea, at least 1 missing. Borneo Bulletin — Torrential rains trigger floods, evacuations in South Korea. Reuters — Heavy rains from nearby typhoon flood southern Taiwan. The Hindu BusinessLine — Mumbai rains: 2 dead, 142 trees uprooted amid heavy rainfall, strong winds; BMC on high alert. Malay Mail — Heavy rain and thunderstorms lash Johor, but voters brave the weather to keep polling on track. WOKI – 98.7 FM – Knoxville — Flash Flooding Triggers Mudslides, Rescues and Major Property Damage in Del Rio. India TV News — Rain, thunderstorms bring much-needed relief to Delhi-NCR after days of scorching heat . Times of India — Super Typhoon Bavi: Taiwan, China and Japan brace for giant storm as wide as France. NDTV — Updates: Monsoon Spell Continues In Delhi, Waterlogging In Several Parts. The Economic Times — Delhi-NCR weather: Rain, thunderstorms likely . Fark — Typhoon watch in effect for Guam; Bavi could be stronger than Sinlaku, Mawar. US & GovGuam declare state of emergency, hope winds won't tip it over into the ocean [Scary]. UrduPoint — Rain, windstorms likely in upper parts during weekend: PMD. India Today — Rain lashes several parts of Delhi-NCR; red alert issued, thunderstorms predicted. Egyptian Gazette — Super typhoon threatens US Pacific. OneIndia — Delhi Weather Update: IMD Issues Red Alert As Heavy Rain And Thunderstorms Lash NCR. The Watchers — Winter Storm Warnings issued for Idaho and Montana mountains. The Independent — Monster super typhoon bears down on US communities still recovering. BERNAMA — General : Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Forecast In Seven States Until 9 PM. The New Zealand Herald — Weather live updates: Severe weather continues to lash upper South Island; rain and wind watches in the north. Kuwait Times — Projected ‘super typhoon’ heads for US Pacific islands