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China – Tens of thousands of people have been forced to evacuate across southern China due to torrential rains that have caused floods and landslides. At least 13 people have been killed since June 9, and shocking footage has shown city streets submerged and buildings sinking. At least nine deaths have been reported in Meizhou city, Guangdong province. Guangdong, an economic hub of 127 million inhabitants, experiences flooding every year between April and September. But in recent years it has seen more intense storms and severe floods, exacerbated by the climate crisis.
KENYA – Violent clashes broke out between police and protesters in Nairobi, Kenya on Thursday as lawmakers debated a controversial finance bill. Police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators protesting proposed tax increases amid a rise in the cost of living. Roads around parliament were sealed off and a journalist was injured by a tear gas shell. The protests began on Tuesday, forcing the government to amend the bill, including suspending a 16 percent value-added tax on bread and a 2.5 percent tax on cars. Protesters, including young people, expressed frustration and fears for the future.
CANADA – Canadian actor Donald Sutherland, known for his roles in The Hunger Games and Don't Look Now, has died at the age of 88 after a long illness. His son, Kiefer Sutherland, announced his death, calling his father one of the most important actors in the history of cinema. Sutherland's career spanned more than half a century and included nearly 200 films. Tributes poured in from colleagues and fans. Rob Lowe called him “one of our country's greatest actors,” and Cary Elwes said he was heartbroken. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Joe Biden also paid tribute to Sutherland. Born in New Brunswick, Sutherland began his career as a radio news reporter before studying at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He gained recognition for his roles in The Dirty Dozen, Kelly's Heroes, and MASH. His co-stars Jane Fonda and Helen Mirren paid heartfelt tributes to him, recalling their experiences and friendship with him.
INDIA – The heatwave in India's capital Delhi shows no signs of abating, making nights uncomfortably hot. A Centre for Environmental Science report laid bare the severity of the situation, revealing that while night-time temperatures in the city's suburbs have dropped by 12.2 degrees, Delhi has only seen a drop of 8.5 degrees. This prolonged heatwave is particularly tough on people without access to air conditioning, such as cycle autorickshaw drivers, who are suffering from reduced passenger numbers and the physical strain of driving in such extreme conditions.
Pictured above: Dangerous rain.
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