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Residents of the heavily flooded Spanish region Valencia are expected to face a new round of heavy rainfall, according to weather agency Weeronline.

A BBC documentary sheds light on the mysterious beluga whale dubbed Hvaldimir which was found floating in a bay in Norway and was suspected to be a spy whale.

Thousands of dead seabirds have washed up on the beaches of the east coast of Australia, leaving scientists puzzled about the cause of death, as reported by The Guardian.

The legacy of the Berlin Wall still affects the thoughts and lives of East Germans 35 years after its fall. Discussions continue about the impact of the wall and the disparities between East and West Germany.

Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Donald Trump on his victory and calls for peaceful cooperation amidst expectations of renewed tensions in trade, technology, and the Taiwan issue.

Women protesting against strict Islamic clothing regulations are increasingly being labeled as mentally unstable by the Iranian regime, leading to their demands and actions being dismissed as illegitimate.

Scientists speculate on the potential discovery of a ninth planet in our solar system known as 'Planet 9'.

Brussels and NATO are already considering the implications of Donald Trump's presidency on the war in Ukraine. Will Trump negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin? How will NATO respond?

Nikita Ní Laimhín accuses MMA fighter Conor McGregor of brutal rape in Dublin hotel in 2018. McGregor denies allegations and claims consensual sex.

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Ukrainian defense officials accuse Google of accidentally leaking the locations of important military bases. The incident has caused frustration within the Ukrainian unit after images were released following a Google Maps update.

Recent research shows a decreasing trend in sexual activities among Japanese high school students, with more deaths than births recorded in 2023.

The Chester Zoo in Britain has released a large number of bird-eating spiders. The 'great raft spider', as big as a hand, was nearly extinct, but the zoo has helped over 10,000 female spiders survive.

The famous Trevi Fountain in Rome is currently dry as restoration work is being done, leaving tourists disappointed by the temporary alternative water basin.

Ukraine is alarmed by the increasing use of chemical weapons by Russia on the battlefield, lacking the necessary detectors to provide evidence.

At least nine people have been killed as Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupted on the Indonesian island of Flores on Sunday night. The victims died as their homes collapsed, according to a local official. Seven villages have been affected by the eruption, with local authorities initiating evacuations.

Tarragona, a city on the Spanish east coast, is now being affected by floods due to heavy rainfall. Nearby areas have also been impacted.

Heavy rainfall in the Valencia region has caused widespread flooding, resulting in a significant loss of life and extensive damage. Military personnel and rescue teams are working around the clock to search for survivors amidst the chaos.

The controversy over President Joe Biden's derogatory remarks towards Republican voters continues to escalate as it is revealed that the White House tampered with the official transcript to conceal the disparaging statement.

The Finnish Coast Guard reports that satellite navigation in the Baltic Sea has been increasingly disrupted since April. Ships are getting lost at sea, prompting interventions to prevent them from approaching islands or shallow waters.

Typhoon Kong-rey has claimed the life of at least one person in Taiwan, leaving 73 injured, according to the fire department. The typhoon, the strongest since 1996, made landfall on Thursday on the east coast, causing disruptions in transportation and power outages.

European countries are ramping up preparations for a potential war scenario with Russia, focusing on defense measures, intelligence services, and emergency kits. Finland's readiness stands out, with a high number of reservists and shelters.

North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the sea off the east coast of the country, known as the Japanese Sea, according to the South Korean military via Yonhap news agency.

Two women were removed from a British Airways flight after getting into an altercation over a Make America Great Again hat, the slogan of American presidential candidate Donald Trump, at Heathrow Airport.

A recent study reveals that alcohol use is prevalent in almost every ecosystem on Earth, with many animals regularly consuming this intoxicating substance.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump reacts to the controversy surrounding jokes made by a comedian at a campaign event.

President Joe Biden is under fire for his remarks in response to comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's comments during Trump's final plea, calling Puerto Rico 'an island of trash', referring to Trump supporters as trash.

Kamala Harris seizes the opportunity presented by the controversial remarks at a Trump rally to attract Latino voters in swing states like Pennsylvania where their support could be crucial.

Georgia's election commission announces partial recount of votes amidst criticism of parliamentary election process.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has caused unease among Democrats with remarks about a 'little secret' involving himself and House Speaker Mike Johnson, leading to speculation about possible plans to influence the elections.