Amidst the sweltering heatwave that has gripped the national capital, Delhi received a reprieve on Saturday with light rainfall, offering momentary relief to its parched inhabitants. According to local meteorological reports, the rainfall provided a respite from the scorching heat that has been relentlessly plaguing the city.
The Taiwanese government has approved approximately $878 million for earthquake relief efforts following a devastating magnitude 7.4 quake that struck Hualien city on April 3. The quake caused widespread damage and landslides, resulting in at least 17 fatalities and over 1,100 injuries. Strict building codes and disaster preparedness measures are believed to have prevented a greater catastrophe. The government’s ‘0403 Earthquake Recovery and Reconstruction Plan’ includes funding for public facility repairs, private home reconstruction, industrial revitalization, and various assistance programs.
Taiwanese island has experienced another earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale. According to the Central Weather Administration (CWA), the epicenter of the quake occurred 10.2 km south-southwest of Taitung County Hall, with a depth of 26.8 km. This follows a previous earthquake of magnitude 6.1 that struck the island on April 23. In response, the Taiwan government has approved an $878 million earthquake relief package to aid in reconstruction and recovery.
After initially being dismissed as panic attacks, a woman named Madeleine Dippnall finally receives an epilepsy diagnosis, bringing relief and improvement in her mental health. Despite the challenges of managing epilepsy, Madeleine remains optimistic and has found success in building a graphic design business from her off-grid cabin.
