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Bayesian sinking: What we know and don't know so far

While the search continues for one missing person from the shipwreck of the sailing vessel, questions are mounting about the accident’s causes and the still-unclear details of how it happened.

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WATCH: Vienna’s worst floods in 152 years

Vienna faced historic flooding after an unprecedented 110 litres of rain per square metre fell in a single evening.

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Thunderstorms sweep vehicles away in Austrian ski resort villagee

A severe thunderstorm has hit St. Anton am Arlberg in the Tyrolean Alps, damaging buildings and vehicles, without injuring anyone.

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Severe thunderstorms and flooding hit Germany and Belgium

The extreme weather follows soaring temperatures in both countries, with Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate region reaching 36.5C.

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Business

Heineken beer sales fall flat on poor weather and lower sales in China

The rainy conditions during the Euros football championship made for disappointing sales at a time when beer and general alcohol sales would be expected to show a rise.

Ethiopia

At least 146 killed in Ethiopia mudslides

The death toll rose from 55 on Monday to 146 on Tuesday as search operations continue in the area.

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Croatia's climate calamity, severe storms leave trail of destruction

A severe storm struck continental Croatia, hitting the easternmost region hardest.

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Storms kill at least four people in the southern Alps in Switzerland

Storms in Switzerland and northern Italy caused extensive flooding and landslides, leaving at least four people dead, authorities said Sunday.

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Valais residents evaluate flood damage after muddy waters recede

Muddy waters flooded several buildings, prompting the evacuation of 230 residents as a precaution.

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WATCH: Florida's 2024 hurricane season arrives with a rainy deluge

The storm system was pushing across Florida from the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday, bringing extended periods of heavy rain across much of the state.

World News

Fires, floods and heatwaves plague Europe as extreme weather persists

While Turkey and Cyprus have been hit with heatwaves, parts of Spain have seen record rainfall.

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Clean-up underway in Austrian towns after severe storms

Residents in several towns in Austria were cleaning up on Monday after severe thunderstorms over the weekend caused flooding and mudslides.

Austria

Austria shuts down Danube for shipping as deadly floods spread

Flooding caused by torrential rain that killed five people in Germany over the weekend has spread across Austria and Hungary overnight Tuesday.

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Germany's Regensburg declares state of emergency due to floods

The death toll from the floods affecting a large area of southern Germany rose to four and authorities warned water could rise further in the coming days.

Europe News

Europe's fruit farmers worry as unseasonal frosts threaten harvests

As Europe endures an unusual cold snap, many fruit farmers are concerned for their summer harvests.

World News

Wintry weather hits south of Spain

Five provinces in the region of Andalucía are under alert for rain, snow, wind or rough sea conditions.

Spain

Storms cause traffic chaos and floods in Spain

The majority of regions in Spain were under orange alert for snowfall, as snow, wind and rain disrupted daily life.

World News

Snow across Northern Europe causes serious disruption

Much of Northern Europe has been covered by a blanket of snow - causing significant disturbance.

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Severe winter weather causes chaos across northern Europe

Offiicials in several countries advised people to stay at home on Wednesday as severe weather caused chaos on the roads and disrupted public transport.

Travel News

Schiphol Airport: Over a hundred flights delayed or cancelled today

Travel warnings are also in place across the UK, but no major airport disruption has been reported so far.