Algeria Natural Disasters Newswire

5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Greece Sunday Evening: Total of Four Countries Affected

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck less than eight miles south-southwest of Néa Poteídaia, Greece, near the island of Halkidiki on Sunday evening. With a depth of 6 miles, its shaking could be felt as far as Northern Greece, Bulgaria, Türkiye, and North …

Renowned Egyptian Scientist Criticises How Arab Universities Are Run

Essam Heggy, an internationally renowned Egyptian scientist, says Arab universities are failing to fully serve their societies’ needs because of deficiencies in their funding models and how they are run. “We need leaders in Arab higher education who can …

France takes centre stage in Morocco

The diplomat and expert international analyst Gustavo de Arístegui analysed the reception in Rabat for the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and the 22 agreements signed between Morocco and France on the programme ‘De cara al mundo’ on Onda Madrid. He …

Do Jews believe in coincidences?

When, in 1492, Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon sent over a hundred thousand of our ancestors into exile, it would have been logical to think that, with the departure of all the Jews, there would be no more anti-Semitism in Spain, …

Ibadan motorists urge Makinde to repair failed section of Iwo road

1 day ago The General Overseer of Sanctuary Evangelical Church International, Ibadan, Oyo State, Professor Gbade Ojo, has slammed the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, over his suggestion to convert church vigils to night shifts …

Rare Sahara Desert rains filled lakes that hardly ever see water

Published on Nov. 2, 2024, 7:41 PM Satellite images reveal ample water filling desert lakes that are usually bone dry for years at a time Heavy rains that drenched portions of the Sahara Desert this past summer filled lakes in Algeria that are typically …

‘Emilia Perez’ Has France Poised to Win the International Feature Oscar — Could Another Country Pull Off an Upset?

“Waterdrop” Director: Robert Budin Country: Albania Budina’s feature debut “Agon” was Albania’s 2013 submission. His fourth feature, “Waterdrop,” premiered internationally at Warsaw. It tells the story of a city hall manager, who faces inner turmoil when …

Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:STLA) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:STLA) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript November 1, 2024 Operator: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Stellantis Third Quarter 2024 Shipments and Revenues Call. I will now hand you over to your host, Mr. Ed Ditmire, Head of Investor …

COLUMN: November rain, holiday fervor are here

Howdy market watchers. November is here and so is the time of year to turn your clocks back one hour. Now that the tricks have been treated, let the holidays begin. There’s little more that gives me greater joy than watching my two kids sport their …

Security Council Renews for One Year Mandate of European Union-led Stabilization Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina, ...

The Security Council today extended until 2 November 2025 the authorization to establish a European Union-led stabilization force in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as the 15-member Council reviewed the political, security and economic situation in the Western …

UN Condemns US Economic Embargo of Cuba for a 32nd Year

Bruno Rodriguez, Cuba’s foreign minister speaking during a United Nations Security Council meeting at U.N. headquarters, Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Kena Betacur) By Edith M. Lederer (AP)    HAVANA TIMES — The UN General Assembly voted …

The Soapbox: Deadly flooding in Spain, military strikes in Israel, support for Morocco in France

In Spain, deadly floods plague cities and coasts  Flash floods in eastern Spain killed more than 158 people in less than 24 hours, amid one of the country’s deadliest bouts of rainfall in decades.  The floods have ravaged hundreds of miles in southern and …

It happened today – this day in history – November 1

1348: The date on which the Black Death is thought to have reached London. 1349: The Duke of Brabant orders the execution of all Jews in Brussels, accusing them of poisoning the wells. 1512: Michelangelo’s paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in …

France and Moroccan relations enter new era of cooperation

After two years of palpable tension, President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to Rabat signals a turning point in the longstanding, if often complex, relationship between France and Morocco. This three-day visit, far from a mere diplomatic exercise, …

New Report Shows How Human-Caused Warming Intensified the 10 Deadliest Climate Disasters Since 2004

The 10 deadliest weather disasters since 2004, including three tropical cyclones, four heatwaves, two floods and a drought, killed at least 570,000 people, and a new study shows how all of them were intensified by global warming, “caused by the burning of …

Fano’s Thorny March Toward Unity

Messay Kebede Three features seem to distinguish Fano from other known armed insurgencies: its uncentered nature, its lack of a formal political manifesto, and the rapidity of its military advances. As a rule, armed insurgencies begin under the command of …

IICSR Launches Accessible Education Platform to Combat Climate Disasters and Global Inequality

International Institute of Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility Launches Accessible Education Platform to Combat Climate Disasters and Global Inequality PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent data …

FEMA Opens Additional Disaster Recovery Center in Tift County

ATLANTA – FEMA opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center in Tift County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. The center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Center …

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Emanuel County

ATLANTA – FEMA opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center in Emanuel County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. The center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Center …

Disaster Recovery Center Will Open Tuesday in Macon County

RALEIGH, N.C. -  A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open Tuesday, Nov. 5, in Franklin (Macon County) to assist North Carolina survivors who experienced loss from Tropical Storm Helene.   The Macon County DRC is located at: Macon County Public Health …

FEMA Assistance Won’t Affect Social Security, Other Federal Benefits Georgians May Receive

ATLANTA – Applying for federal disaster assistance from FEMA will not affect other federal benefits that Georgia survivors of Hurricane Helene or Tropical Storm Debby, damage Aug. 4--20, 2024, may receive. Residents in Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, …

FEMA Assistance Available for Self-Employed Floridians

FEMA assistance can help people who are self-employed, including artists, musicians and mechanics. Independent contractors are considered self-employed. To be considered for FEMA assistance, you must be a resident of or work in a county designated for FEMA …

Preservation Specialists in Three Florida Disaster Recovery Centers to Offer Advice on Salvaging Treasured Items

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians recover from hurricane damage, preservation specialists will be in three Disaster Recovery Centers this week to offer advice about salvaging damaged items such as photos, artwork, textiles and other items. FEMA and the …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Barnwell County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Barnwell County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.   Barnwell County Barnwell Regional Airport  155 State Road S-6-398  Barnwell, SC 29812 Open Nov. 4- …

Did Hurricane Helene Affect Your Well Furnace or Septic System?

COLUMBIA, S.C. – If your private well, furnace or septic system was damaged by Hurricane Helene, you may be eligible for financial assistance from FEMA.  For disaster-damaged private wells, heating systems, furnaces and septic systems, FEMA may pay for the …

Location Change for Disaster Recovery Center in Connecticut

FEMA announces a location change to the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Connecticut, a temporary facility established in partnership between the state and FEMA, where survivors affected by the August 18-19 Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides …

Disaster Recovery Center Updates in Southwest Virginia

BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Duffield, Va. at the Pioneer Center at 225 Boone Trail Road, Duffield, VA 24244 on Tuesday, November 5, at 8 a.m. This will be the tenth DRC to open in the impacted area.  The Pulaski County DRC …

FEMA Disaster Assistance Available for New Mexicans Impacted by the Oct. 19-20 Chaves County Flood

Chaves County homeowners and renters, who sustained damage from the Oct. 19-20, 2024, severe storm and flooding may be eligible for disaster assistance under FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program.  FEMA disaster assistance may include grants for …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Gaston County

RALEIGH, N.C. -  A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open Sunday, November 3, in Dallas (Gaston County) to assist North Carolina survivors who experienced loss from Tropical Storm Helene.   The Gaston County DRC is located at:   Dallas Civic Center 206 S …

One Month of Meeting Survivors Where They Are in Virginia

FEMA Can Help with Moving and Storage Costs for Survivors Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

RALEIGH, N.C.—North Carolina survivors whose homes were damaged by Tropical Storm Helene, and are not safe to live in, may be eligible for FEMA Moving and Storage Assistance. This assistance can help affected families move and store their essential items …

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for New Mexico

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New Mexico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and flooding on Oct. 19-20, 2024. The President’s action makes federal …

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance is available to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, straight-line winds and flooding from July 13-14, 2024. The …

Alert Cascade Approved as Supplier for UK Government's G-Cloud 14 Framework

Alert Cascade is now an approved supplier for G-Cloud 14, the latest framework on the Crown Commercial Service's Digital Marketplace. PETERBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alert Cascade is proud to announce its …

PlanetBids Offers Free Public Solicitation Portal to Help Southeastern States Rebuild After Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Government Agencies in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee Can Post to Disaster Recovery Bids for Free to Reach More Vendors ORMOND, FL, UNITED STATES, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …

Researchers call for better coordination of the rules for benefit sharing for the use of digital sequence information

Researchers, leibniz institute dsmz, germany, call for better global coordination of the rules for benefit sharing for the use of digital sequence information BRAUNSCHWEIG, LOWER SAXONY AREA, GERMANY, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ‘ …