Spain faces worst floods in decades
People walk through flooded streets in Valencia, Spain, Oct. 30, 2024.
Flash floods in eastern Spain have claimed the lives of at least 95 people. Also, the island of Bougainville is seeking independence from Papua New Guinea — and an alliance with the United States. And, IKEA’s German branch announced Tuesday that it will contribute $6.5 million to support victims of the former communist East German regime that the company forced to do labor. Plus, a look at how Japan is supporting its hometown hero, star LA Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani.
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