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Storm Wipha Triggers Fatal Boat Accident in Vietnam’s Halong Bay

  A tourist boat carrying 53 people, including five crew members, tragically capsized in Halong Bay on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. local time, shortly after Storm Wipha swept into the South China Sea, unleashing strong winds, torrential rain, and lightning. Rescue teams have recovered three bodies and successfully located 12 survivors, according to reports from local border guards. The nationalities of the passengers have not yet been disclosed, and search operations remain ongoing amid challenging weather conditions. Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site located approximately 200 kilometers northeast of Hanoi, is one of Vietnam’s most popular tourist destinations, renowned for its limestone islands and scenic boat tours. The storm has also disrupted air travel, with several flights diverted or grounded at Noi Bai Airport due to adverse weather. Authorities continue to monitor Storm Wipha, which is expected to ma...

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Ontario's Measles Outbreak Worsens as Cases Surge


Ontario is grappling with a rapidly escalating measles outbreak, as health officials report nearly 200 new cases in the past week. The province's total count of probable and confirmed infections has now reached 1,440 since the outbreak began in October.

The highly contagious virus has spread to new regions across Canada, with Nova Scotia and Northwest Territories recently confirming their first cases. Alberta has also seen a sharp rise, reporting nearly 300 cases since mid-March, including three children in intensive care.

Ontario's southwestern region remains the hardest hit, with nearly 500 cases concentrated there. Health officials emphasize that the majority of infections are occurring among unvaccinated children, infants, and teenagers.

With hospitalizations climbing 101 patients admitted, including 75 children public health authorities are urging residents to ensure their vaccinations are up to date. The province continues to ramp up immunization efforts in an attempt to curb the outbreak's spread.



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