Spain's flood disaster was its worst in recent history. Here's what went wrong.
Mixed messages and confusion cost lives, experts say.
Sun Nov 10 2024
At least 89 people missing from floods in eastern Spain
More than 200 people were confirmed to have died after heavy rains caused waterways to overflow, creating flash floods.
Wed Nov 06 2024
More troops reinforce rescue efforts in flood-hit Spain as public anger mounts
Public anger is mounting over the disaster that has killed at least 217 people with dozens of others still unaccounted for.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb
Residents protest during a visit by Spanish King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and PM Pedro Sanchez, with some throwing mud at them.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Death toll in Spain's floods rises to 158, among Europe's worst storm disasters
The tragedy is Spain's worst flood-related disaster in modern history, and meteorologists say.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Spanish floods kill 95 as year of rain falls in a day in Valencia
Meteorologists said a year's worth of rain had fallen in eight hours in parts of Valencia, causing pile-ups on highways.
Thu Oct 31 2024
Grieving chimpanzee carries dead baby for months at Spanish zoo
The ape has clung to the inert body of her dead baby ever since, seemingly unwilling to separate.
Tue May 21 2024
Four dead, up to 14 missing in Spain apartment building fire
Witnesses said the fire, fanned by strong winds, spread to the entire building in about half an hour.
Fri Feb 23 2024
Schools shut as torrential rains hit southeastern Spain
Heavy rainfall was expected to continue throughout in the worst-hit areas amid a spate of high-alert flood warnings from the government.
Wed May 24 2023
At least one dead, several injured in machete attack at southern Spain churches
The man attacked clergymen at two different churches and the incident was being investigated as terrorism.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Netherlands 1-1 Ecuador: Oranje made to wait and Qatar fate sealed as Valencia strikes again
The Netherlands missed the chance to become the first team to cement a last-16 place in Friday's 1-1 draw with Ecuador.
Sat Nov 26 2022
Qatar 0-2 Ecuador: Valencia double downs lacklustre hosts in World Cup opener
Enner Valencia scored twice as Ecuador spoiled the party by beating hosts Qatar 2-0 in the first game of the World Cup.
Sun Nov 20 2022
One killed, dozens injured as high winds cause stage collapse at Spain festival
High winds caused part of the main stage to collapse at the dance music Medusa Festival.
Mon Aug 15 2022
Spanish rescuers pull body from collapsed building, one still missing
Around 140 firefighters and emergency personnel worked through the night on the recovery operation.
Thu Aug 26 2021
World Oceans Day: Treating turtles' decompression sickness
When caught in the nets of fishermen, turtles are at risk of dying due to an overly quick ascent to the surface.
Tue Jun 08 2021
EU reassesses tech probes into Apple, Google and Meta, FT reports
The tech giants have urged US President-elect Donald Trump to challenge European Union's regulatory scrutiny against them.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Women's restrooms and new tiles at Batu Caves to be ready for Thaipusam
Tan Sri R. Nadarajah says, about RM6 million has been spent to date to carry out repair and maintenance works at the place of worship.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Federal Court sets March 13-14 for hearing of final appeals in Kevin Morais' murder case
Six men are appealing against the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold their conviction for murder and the death sentences.
Tue Jan 14 2025
UK man fined RM700 for entering protected area at KLIA
Polak Kendon is charged with entering a protected area at Gate C, level five of KLIA T1, without a valid pass.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
The move aims at protecting children, its communications minister says.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Level Up: The Superman guide to the future of work
By 2030, tasks performed solely by humans are expected to shrink from 47% to 33%.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Future-proof your career: Master these 5 core skills to thrive by 2025
As automation takes over routine tasks, creativity will become a defining trait for employees.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Why the labour market is evolving and how employers are adapting
As AI and technology advance, skills like cognitive abilities, ethics, and technology-related expertise will either gain or lose importance.
Tue Jan 14 2025
US Justice Dept releases report on Trump attempt to overturn 2020 election
Investigations found Trump spread false 2020 voter fraud claims, pressured lawmakers, and pushed fake electors to overturn 2020 election.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris
Most of the samples of the ball-shaped debris were the size of marbles, with some larger, says Northern Beaches Council.
Tue Jan 14 2025