Switzerland maintains a vast network of over 370,000 nuclear bomb shelters built during the Cold War, guaranteeing every citizen a space despite never having used them for their original intent.
Kyiv suffered ballistic missile attacks, killing 10 and injuring 22, while Donald Trump expressed reluctance on licensing Patriot missile production to Ukraine. President Zelenskyy also urged Trump to facilitate Starlink use for strikes inside Russia. Separately, Ukrainians protested the ouster of the defense minister, and Black Sea grain exports faced threats from drone attacks.
Kyiv suffered ballistic missile attacks, killing nine and wounding 23 across five districts. Meanwhile, Donald Trump retreated from a promise to let Ukraine produce Patriot interceptors, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought his help to secure Elon Musk's Starlink for strikes inside Russia.
A study in the Netherlands found that a floating solar farm on Bomhofsplas lake may support biodiversity. Researchers observed bird sounds suggesting nesting and found underwater shelters attracted hundreds of fish and thousands of invertebrates, indicating well-designed farms can benefit local ecosystems.
A study at the Bomhofsplas Solar Farm in the Netherlands found bird sounds suggesting nesting under panels and underwater shelters attracting hundreds of fish and thousands of invertebrates. This indicates that well-designed floating solar farms can support biodiversity, reduce water evaporation, and improve panel performance.
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has climbed to 4,490, with 16,740 injured and 6,462 rescued. Over 17,900 are homeless, facing dire conditions and a medical emergency. The government faces accusations of a delayed response and downplaying the crisis.
Israel is prepared to participate in future US strikes against Iran if requested by Washington, according to sources cited by the New York Post. This comes after the US and Israel reportedly launched attacks on Iran in February, leading to a ceasefire memorandum signed in June. However, the US resumed strikes on July 8, citing violations.
The World Health Organization's Americas branch warns that disease outbreaks, poor sanitation, and lack of clean water pose the greatest health risks to over 17,900 survivors of Venezuela's earthquakes. Disruptions to medical care and overcrowded shelters exacerbate these dangers.
Hangzhou government issues high alert for Typhoon Bavi, urging preparedness for severe rainfall and potential worst-case scenarios. A local reservoir is discharging floodwaters as the typhoon nears Taiwan.
Hangzhou, China, has raised its alert level for Typhoon Bavi, urging all departments to prepare for the worst. The government emphasized precise forecasting, evacuation plans, public alerts, and emergency supply preparation. A local reservoir is discharging floodwaters in anticipation of heavy rainfall as the typhoon nears Taiwan.
Hangzhou government issues high alert for Typhoon Bavi, urging precise forecasts, evacuation plans, and preparation of emergency supplies. The typhoon is nearing Taiwan and expected to make landfall near the Zhejiang-Fujian border on Saturday.
China is preparing for Super Typhoon Bavi, urging shelters to stock three days of supplies and rescue teams to be on 24-hour call. The typhoon is predicted to make landfall on the eastern coast between Saturday night and Sunday morning, with authorities reviewing past typhoon impacts and drafting evacuation plans.
Over 3,500 people have died and nearly 18,000 are unhoused following twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Thousands injured, with a growing health crisis feared due to lack of clean water and overwhelmed healthcare.
Doctors and aid workers in Venezuela fear a deepening medical crisis following twin earthquakes, citing untreated injuries, potential infectious disease outbreaks due to poor sanitation and infrastructure damage, and a healthcare system strained by economic woes and emigration.
Thousands of Venezuelans displaced by earthquakes face dire sanitary conditions and a growing medical crisis due to a shortage of doctors and damaged infrastructure. The US has deployed 900 military personnel and pledged $300 million in aid, but the estimated damage exceeds $6.7 billion.
Venezuela faces a deepening health crisis post-earthquakes, with fears of untreated injuries, infectious diseases, and a collapsed healthcare system. Displaced citizens in crowded shelters lack clean water and sanitation, exacerbating the risk of outbreaks. International aid is arriving, but the scale of damage is immense.
Russia's Battlegroup Center has begun actively using new BM-70 strike drones, capable of 100 km range and quick deployment, in the Dobropolye and Dnepropetrovsk frontline areas, allowing for wider strikes without traditional aircraft or missiles.
Russia is constructing at least 17 large protective shelters for its strategic bombers at Engels Air Base, a key hub for its Long-Range Aviation branch. This move, prompted by drone attacks on airbases, signifies a shift from past practices of keeping bombers visible for arms-control transparency.
Many Israelis feel betrayed by a US-Iran ceasefire deal, viewing it as a humiliation that restricts Israel's ability to combat Hezbollah. Amidst renewed fighting in Lebanon and domestic political challenges for Netanyahu, there's a sense of isolation and a belief that Israel must confront dangers alone.
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack across Ukraine, hitting Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv. Over 41,000 people sheltered in Kyiv's metro, and at least 28 people died, with many more injured. Residential buildings and civilian infrastructure were destroyed.
Kyiv and Dnipro endured a devastating Russian attack, with thousands sheltering underground. At least 22 people died and over 90 were injured as residential buildings and civilian infrastructure were hit. The assault left neighborhoods transformed by destruction, with rescue efforts underway.
Europe is discussing potential envoys for future peace talks with Russia, including Angela Merkel, Mario Draghi, and Sauli Niinistö. This discussion, though premature, highlights Europe's increasing leverage in the Ukraine war as US support wanes and Ukraine's domestic defense industry grows.
Actress Raveena Tandon urged Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann to manage stray dogs compassionately, balancing public safety with animal welfare. The state plans to remove dogs from public spaces and create shelters, with euthanasia only for rabid or dangerous animals, following a Supreme Court order.
Norway is upgrading its Cold War-era air raid shelters, with current capacity for less than 50% of its 5.6 million population. The Civil Defence aims to reinstate mandatory shelters in new large buildings, a rule lifted in 1998.
