Noontime News Recap: Black Sea ship hit as Yemen widens offensive and Spain calls snap election
A cargo ship carrying grain was hit by a suspected drone in the Black Sea, leaving 13 sailors missing and injuring the captain, in the latest sign of the conflict spilling into vital shipping lanes. The vessel, Royad Mammadov, was struck on Monday and the search for the missing crew continued. πIn Yemen, the government said it had launched more than 1,000 strikes against Houthi targets as it tries to retake territory lost in a September offensive. Officials said the campaign is aimed at reversing battlefield gains made by the Houthis and restoring control in contested areas. πThe same offensive... [Continue Reading]
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Severe hailstorm hits Asuncion, leaving cars damaged and thousands without power
A powerful hailstorm struck Asuncion and surrounding areas in Paraguay on Saturday, bringing large hailstones that damaged vehicles, homes and disrupted daily life across the capital region. The storm hit commuters and motorists particularly hard, with people rushing for shelter as the hail fell. Local reports described the hail as being about the size of tennis balls.The storm also brought strong winds, with local reports saying gusts reached around 60 mph. Drivers sheltered at petrol stations to reduce damage to their vehicles, while football matches were temporarily suspended. Videos shared online showed the scale of the hail, and one account... [Continue Reading]

