At least 6 dead as historic flooding inundates US state of Indiana

At least six people have died in Indiana after a powerful storm system brought more than 11 inches of rain to parts of the US state, triggering historic flooding and widespread rescue efforts, according to authorities.

At least 2 dead after 7.7 magnitude quake off Indonesia

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia early Saturday, killing two people, triggering panic, and causing buildings and homes to collapse in an area vulnerable to quakes, according to authorities.

Romania starts shutdown of nuclear power plant due to low level of Danube River

Romania has started the shutdown of its sole nuclear power plant as the water level of Danube River dropped to record low, according to the plant's operator Nuclearelectrica.

Earthquake with 7.4 magnitude hits Colombia, killing at least 20

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia and neighbouring countries, prompting widespread evacuations.

China activates geological disaster response as Typhoon Dolphin approaches

 China's Ministry of Emergency Management on Saturday activated a Level-IV emergency response for geological disasters in Anhui as Typhoon Dolphin is expected to bring torrential rains to the eastern province.

UK set for new heatwave amid drought concerns

The UK is expected to experience another spell of intense summer heat next week, with temperatures forecast to climb as high as 36C (97F) in parts of south-east England.