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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
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A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport
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Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
EU Leaders to Urge ‘Paradigm Shift’ to Reverse European Decline: The European Union’s waning clout versus major geopolitical rivals is sounding alarm bells in ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/eu-leaders-to-urge-paradigm-shift-to-reverse-european-decline
Recognize Palestine, Irish prime minister to tell EU leaders | DPA: Ireland's new prime minister said on Wednesday he will use his first EU summit in ...
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Emirati missing for three days found safe in Saudi desert: Zayed Al Mansouri went to inspect his father’s camels in the Empty Quarter
gulfnews.com/uae/government/emirati-missing-for-three-days-found-safe-in-saudi-desert-1.102221568
Habitas AlUla Review: Saudi Arabia Luxury Resort Reveals Travel Challenges: Two and a half years in, Habitas AlUla, the country’s first luxury resort targeting ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-17/habitas-alula-review-saudi-arabia-luxury-resort-reveals-travel-challenges
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Airfare of the Day -Business Class- SAUDIA Jakarta to Barcelona from $1,839: Today’s Airfare of the Day goes to Saudi Arabian Airlines and their basic season ...
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Alex Meruelo says ‘hockey belongs in the desert,’ details plan to bring NHL team back to Arizona
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Quick Glance: NHL Confirms Coyotes Sale, Move to Salt Lake City
- The team previously known as the Arizona Coyotes will be relocated to Utah by the NHL to play as a new franchise in the upcoming season, as announced by the league on Thursday.
- Smith Entertainment Group, represented by Ryan and Ashley Smith, acquired the team and its existing hockey assets from Alex Meruelo for $1.2 billion, as reported by sources to ESPN.
- Approval for the sale was granted during a virtual NHL board of governors meeting held on Thursday afternoon.
- The players, draft picks, and the hockey department of the Coyotes will move to Utah to compete for a new, yet-to-be-named franchise.
Abu Dhabi National Insurance Co. buys 51% in Allianz Saudi Fransi Cooperative Insurance for SR499m
gulfnews.com/business/banking/abu-dhabi-national-insurance-co-buys-51-in-allianz-saudi-fransi-cooperative-insurance-for-sr499m-1.1713422441701
Slow recovery as Dubai airport, roads still deluged: Dubai airport, one of the world's busiest, witnessed major disruption for a third straight day Thursday ...
sg.news.yahoo.com/slow-recovery-dubai-airport-roads-172456115.html
Locust-busting is getting a upgrade : From pesticides to drones, new technologies are helping win an age-old battle
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/17/locust-busting-is-getting-a-upgrade
SoftwareOne: Uprising of the founding shareholders around Stockar is successful: The founding shareholders around Daniel von Stockar take command ...
nzz.ch/wirtschaft/softwareone-aufstand-der-gruenderaktionaere-um-stockar-ist-erfolgreich-ld.1826927
Saudi pavilion at Venice Biennale charts the evolving role of women in the kingdom
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/art-design/2024/04/18/saudi-pavilion-venice-biennale-2024/
Dubai residents kayak through desert streets after freak rainfall:
9news.com.au/world/dubai-floods-in-pictures-after-severe-rain/523d7df6-4f07-4238-b05a-21db79828370
Captivating mansion for sale in the middle of the Arizona desert has … a beach? See it
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All The Drama From Coachella 2024: Celebrity sightings, surprise appearances, awkward silences: it's all going down in the Cali desert.
elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/g60495638/coachella-2024/
Rishi Sunak Hit by Fresh Poll Blows as Working Age Voters Desert Tories: UK voters of working age have turned their backs on the governing Conservative Party ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/rishi-sunak-hit-by-fresh-poll-blows-as-working-age-voters-desert-tories
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Design Is Poised to Contribute to Saudi Arabia’s Economy: The potential of the Saudi Arabian design industry is showcased to the international design crowd at ...
wwd.com/home-design/furniture/saudi-arabian-design-potential-milan-1236318233/
Dubai’s Heavy Rains Throw Desert Haven Into Disarray: Highways are littered with abandoned vehicles, and schools and some businesses have shut for the week ...
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Emirati missing in Saudi desert found alive : The missing Emirati was found in Be’r Faisal area by a member of the search teams that launched an intense effort ...
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/18/emirati-missing-in-saudi-desert-found-alive
Dubai Underwater: Videos Show Extent of Rare Flooding in Desert City: The United Arab Emirates faced its biggest rain event in at least 75 years.
newsweek.com/dubai-flooding-videos-cat-rescue-airport-rain-1891409
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
I Just Learned What 'Just Deserts' Really Means, And It's Got Nothing To Do With Deserts OR Desserts
huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/just-deserts-meaning-etymology_uk_661e5415e4b0d633765777a1
Horst Maas: 12,000 kilometers through the Sahara with the tractor: Globetrotter has been living in Thuma for three years. During his lecture in Waldkirchen ...
noen.at/waidhofen/abenteurer-horst-maas-mit-dem-traktor-12-000-kilometer-durch-die-sahara-417871347
Through the desert for a good cause: Neuenkirchen • Six Neuenkirchen residents said goodbye to family, friends and acquaintances with a party last Saturday ...
mv-online.de/articles/263179
Coachella 2024: The new Quasar space takes dance music out of the tents and onto the field
pressenterprise.com/2024/04/14/coachella-2024-the-new-quasar-space-takes-dance-music-out-of-the-tents-and-onto-the-field/
McIlroy dismisses rumours of $850 million LIV Golf move: Rory McIlroy to LIV? After speculation he might join the Saudi Arabian-backed venture ...
nationalclubgolfer.com/tour/pga-tour/mcilroy-dismisses-rumours-of-850-million-liv-golf-move/
Quick Glance: Rory McIlroy Denies LIV Golf Rumors: Commits to PGA Tour
- Rory McIlroy dismissed baseless reports of negotiating with LIV Golf and reaffirmed his commitment to the PGA Tour, advocating for the unity of the professional game.
- McIlroy clarified that he had never been offered a deal by LIV Golf and had no intentions of joining the breakaway league, emphasizing his long-term dedication to the PGA Tour.
- Despite previously criticizing LIV Golf, McIlroy has softened his stance post a framework agreement between the Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, consistently calling for a reunification in the sport.
- McIlroy reiterated his firm decision to continue playing on the PGA Tour for the entirety of his career and addressed the unfounded speculations linking him to LIV Golf.
Saudi Arabia's Neom megacity is seeking new sources of cash: report: Developers of the Saudi desert megacity are set to issue bonds for the first time ...
businessinsider.com/saudi-arabia-neom-desert-megacity-funding-pif-mohammed-bin-salman-2024-4
Six health and wellness retreats to check into across the UAE: From a desert escape in Abu Dhabi to a weight-management retreat in Ajman, there are plenty of ...
thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/wellbeing/2024/04/17/health-wellness-retreats-uae/
FC Bayern: Eric Dier with a surprising statement - "Arsenal abuse is fun for me!" | Sport
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The lost America of Palm Springs: California was once home to a certain vision of the American dream; Mamas & the Papas records, grinning surfers, chrome bumpers ...
spectator.co.uk/article/the-lost-america-of-palm-springs/
Rain flood in Dubai: "Zurich or Bern will also be under water one day": Jörg Kachelmann writes about the heavy rain in the desert and why cities like Zurich ...
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Soldiers captured terrorists’ stronghold, recovered gun trucks – Army: The Nigerian Army on Wednesday said troops of Operation Desert Sanity III have captured a ...
punchng.com/soldiers-captured-terrorists-stronghold-recovered-gun-trucks-army/
Dubai Crypto Bro Fyre Festival: Wild Floods Wash Out Luxe Desert Confab: “This Lamborghini is swimming bro!” Social media awash with influencer’s complaints ...
thedailybeast.com/dubai-crypto-bro-fyre-fest-wild-floods-washout-luxe-desert-confab
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"Exaggerated": France's assessment of the Iranian attack on Israel: France and Britain agree that the Iranian attack on Israel was "excessive".
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/15/ubertrieben-irans-angriff-auf-israel-kommt-im-westen-naturgemass-nicht-gut-an
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
China Industry Has Lowest Capacity Utilization Since Covid Hit: China’s factories used less of their potential in the first quarter than at any time since the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/china-industry-has-lowest-capacity-utilization-since-covid-hit
Polish and Danish Prime Ministers talk about creating an Iron Dome for Europe: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen have ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7451415/
Quick Glance: Discussion on Establishing an Iron Dome for Europe
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen discussed the idea of an Iron Dome to protect European cities from air attacks in the event of war.
- Tusk praised Frederiksen's positive response to Poland's proposal to join the project.
- The Iron Dome is an Israeli air defense system often used as a generic term for sky defense systems.
- German Chancellor Scholz previously suggested a pan-European air defense system in 2022, estimating a five-year timeline.
The US and Europe need a strategy for the geopolitical contest over AI: Rising middle powers will play a key role in the struggle for global technological ...
ft.com/content/95a4bd15-ed9b-4f06-a6be-a64ad0541c18
As Measles Spreads Through U.S., Cases In Europe And Central Asia Surge: Alarming measles outbreaks in U.S., Europe And Asia tied to growing vaccine hesitancy ...
forbes.com/sites/joshuacohen/2024/04/14/alarming-measles-outbreaks-surge-across-europe-and-central-asia/
Poland Plans to Join Europe’s Iron Dome-Like Air Defense Plan: Poland plans to join a project to develop a European-wide air defense system to deter potential ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/poland-plans-to-join-europe-s-iron-dome-like-air-defense-plan
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Opera records 63% growth in new users: Opera reported a 63% increase in new monthly users for Opera for iOS in Europe from February to March 2024. In addition, . ...
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Australian icon Priscilla uncovered 30 years after 'disappearing': Not long after filming wrapped on Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/nights/audio/2018934364/australian-icon-priscilla-uncovered-30-years-after-disappearing
Livestreamer Jayner Teh, Wang Lei's ex-disciple, apologises to Chan Brothers for Europe tour saga
asiaone.com/entertainment/livestreamer-jayner-teh-qiao-er-wang-leis-ex-disciple-apologises-chan-brothers-europe-tour-dispute
Saudi foreign minister to visit Pakistan to boost economic cooperation - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/saudi-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-to-boost-economic-cooperation
Blinken spoke with Jordanian, Saudi, Egyptian, Turkish counterparts on Iran’s attack
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/15/blinken-spoke-with-jordanian-saudi-egyptian-turkish-counterparts-on-iran-s-attack
‘We have no shelter,’ says Bedouin dad of girl, 7, badly hurt by shrapnel in Iran attack
timesofisrael.com/we-have-no-shelter-says-bedouin-dad-of-girl-7-badly-hurt-by-iran-missile-shrapnel/
Video: Emirati airlifted after car accident in UAE desert - News | Khaleej Times: The rescue operation was carried out in coordination with the National Guard ...
khaleejtimes.com/uae/video-emirati-man-airlifted-after-car-accident-in-uae-desert
European countries rebuff Kyiv’s calls for more air defences: Germany has sent two Patriot systems to Ukraine but is reluctant to give more
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Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
- The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.
- Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.
- Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.
- Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
The Fallout show's Wasteland looks so good in part because it's real: Some of it was shot in the same desert as Mad Max: Fury Road
pcgamer.com/movies-tv/fallout-show-shooting-location-namibia/
Fireballs and thunderclaps: Video shows hail of rockets over Israel's Negev desert
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Video-zeigt-Raketenhagel-ueber-Israels-Negev-Wueste-article24871780.html
Russia destroys important Ukrainian power plant: Ukraine's electricity supply remains in Russia's crosshairs. An important coal-fired power plant near Kiev was ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/11/ukrainische-stromversorgung-weiter-im-fadenkreuz-russland-zerstort-wichtiges-kraftwerk
What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
Climate ruling: questions about the impartiality of the Strasbourg judges: The European Court of Human Rights enjoys enormous prestige. But there are also those ...
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Quick Glance: Climate Ruling: Controversy Surrounding Strasbourg Judges
- The European Court of Human Rights criticizes Switzerland for climate inaction.
- Judges interpret the Human Rights Convention extensively.
- Concerns raised about potential conflicts of interest among judges.
- The political stance of judges remains unknown.
Kid Cudi Added to Coachella 2024 Weekend Two Lineup: Kid Cudi is headed to the desert this weekend and will be joining weekend two of Coachella 2024.
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kid-cudi-coachella-2024-weekend-two-lineup-1235005797/
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Traditions that have saved Mt Kulal — a gem in the desert: Traditions that have saved Mt Kulal — a gem in the desert
nation.africa/kenya/health/traditions-that-have-saved-mt-kulal-a-gem-in-the-desert-4588098
Video. Children in Iraq celebrate Eid al-Fitr: Video. The end of the fasting month of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, was celebrated in many countries.
de.euronews.com/video/2024/04/11/kinder-im-irak-feiern-eid-al-fitr
Miss Universe organization disputes reports of Saudi Arabia’s participation in 2024 pageant
cnn.com/2024/04/11/style/miss-universe-pageant-saudi-arabia/
'They were on karaoke till 5.30am': UAE expats call out rowdy campers during Eid getaway - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/they-were-on-karaoke-till-5-30am-uae-expats-call-out-rowdy-campers-during-eid-getaway
History Trust SA launches campaign to restore long-lost Priscilla, Queen of the Desert bus
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-12/bid-to-restore-priscilla-queen-of-the-desert-bus/103699136
We have nowhere to hide, says family of girl hurt in Iran attack: At least seven Bedouins, an Israeli desert tribal community, have been killed by rocket fire ...
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Iran attacks Israel: IDF base in Negev Desert reportedly hit by 7 missiles : Tensions escalate between Iran and Israel after Tehran's 'Operation True ...
wionews.com/videos/iran-attacks-israel-idf-base-in-negev-desert-reportedly-hit-by-7-missiles-711035
Apex Legends won't censor game for Saudi Arabia esports tournament, Respawn says: Apex Legends developer Respawn has told fans its "not changing the game" ...
eurogamer.net/apex-legends-wont-censor-game-for-saudi-arabia-esports-tournament-respawn-says
Sheikh Hamdan shares viral video of elephants enjoying the rain in Dubai : The Crown Prince of Dubai often shares photos and clips celebrating rainy weather in ...
gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-shares-viral-video-of-elephants-enjoying-the-rain-in-dubai-1.1713266823705
Quick Glance: Sheikh Hamdan Shares Impressive Video of Elephants in the Rain in Dubai
- Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, surprised his 16.3 million followers on Instagram with a captivating video of elephants enjoying the rain in Dubai.
- The short clip features five African elephants grazing on desert plants, with the Dubai skyline and overcast skies in the background.
- The United Arab Emirates experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning this morning.
- As per the National Center of Meteorology, cloudy skies and rain are predicted to continue until Wednesday afternoon.
UAE tour operators cancel desert safari, cruises amid heavy rain, hail - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-tour-operators-cancel-desert-safari-cruises-amid-heavy-rain-hail
Family of Bedouin girl wounded in Iranian attack: ‘We have no shelter or anything to take refuge in’
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-16/family-of-bedouin-girl-wounded-in-iranian-attack-we-have-no-shelter-or-anything-to-take-refuge-in.html
Böhmermann and Schulz on Stermann and Grissemann: Gigantic meeting, slightly tense
derstandard.de/story/3000000215244/boehmermann-und-schulz-bei-stermann-und-grissemann-gigantentreffen-leicht-verkrampft
Coachella revelers partying with less booze find festive options: Alcohol consumption among millennials and Gen-Z is down, a number of recent studies have shown ...
news.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2024/4/16/coachella-revelers-partying-with-less-booze-find-festive-options-1245
At Coachella Festival: Taylor Swift suddenly stands out in the crowd with her boyfriend Kelce
rundschau-online.de/welt/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-coachella-heidi-leni-klum-lou-festival-eras-tour-3-775925
Quick Glance: Insights into Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department'
- The release of 'The Tortured Poets Department' by Taylor Swift has been filled with puzzles and Easter eggs for her fans.
- The new album, 'The Tortured Poets Department', signals a new era for Taylor Swift and features 16 tracks along with four bonus songs.
- Florence + the Machine and Post Malone are featured artists on the album, with Aaron Dessner and Jack Antonoff serving as producers.
- The album's unique title, 'The Tortured Poets Department', sparks speculation about Swift's past relationship and is accompanied by literary references.
Small earthquake shakes Southern California desert during Coachella: The quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 3.8, hit in Riverside County.
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/small-earthquake-shakes-southern-california-desert-coachella-music-109206684
Taylor Swift reps ‘New Heights’ during Coachella trip with Travis Kelce: At the festival, Swift wore a green New Heights hat, supporting Travis and Jason’s ...
inquirer.com/eagles/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-new-heights-podcast-eagles-coachella-20240415.html
‘Ghostly’ creature — named after Harry Potter villain — discovered underground. See it
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Jada Pinkett Smith Brings Dystopian Fashion to Coachella 2024 in ‘Desert Trench’ Look With Dramatic Hood to Watch Will Smith’s Surprise Performance
wwd.com/pop-culture/celebrity-news/jada-pinkett-smith-desert-trench-coachella-1236314088/
Indulge in Desert Luxury at Camelback Inn Resort & Spa: Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a genuine luxury resort with a fake Old West town in the heart ...
pastemagazine.com/travel/hotels/indulge-in-desert-luxury-at-camelback-inn-resort-spa
13 Creature Features Streaming For Free To Watch After ‘Godzilla x Kong’: Crackle heard y'all liked giant monsters and is now serving the biggest baddies in ...
dreadcentral.com/streaming-guides/499840/crackle-has-all-of-the-gnarly-giant-monster-movies/
Jack Todd: Gary Bettman doubling down on his folly in the Arizona desert: The Coyotes' move to Salt Lake isn’t a surprise. What's shocking is owner Alex Meruelo ...
montrealgazette.com/opinion/columnists/jack-todd-gary-bettman-doubling-down-on-his-folly-in-the-arizona-desert
All The Drama From Coachella 2024: Celebrity sightings, surprise appearances, awkward silences: it's all going down in the Cali desert.
elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/g60495638/coachella-2024/
Arizona Coyotes try to stay focused as expected move to Utah looms: As Arizona Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong prepared to address the team on Friday in Edmonton ...
sportsnet.ca/nhl/arizona-coyotes-try-to-stay-focused-as-expected-move-to-utah-looms/
Quick Glance: Reports suggest Arizona Coyotes potentially relocating to Salt Lake City
- Arizona Coyotes general manager Bill Armstrong traveled to Edmonton to brief the team on relocation rumors.
- According to multiple reports, the team was reportedly informed about an upcoming relocation to Salt Lake City.
- Two schedules were created for the upcoming season, one for Salt Lake City and one for Arizona.
- There are still uncertainties surrounding the future of the franchise, with an official announcement of the sale scheduled for April 18.
Who is Saudi Actress Marya Bahrawi? 5 Facts You Didn’t Know: Who is Saudi Actress Marya Bahrawi? Bazaar shares everything you need to know about the actress who ...
harpersbazaararabia.com/culture/entertainment/marya-bahrawi
Shakira, Taylor Swift, Men in Black? Coachella 2024 takeaways: Coachella's first weekend boasted buzzy guest appearances, a diverse slate of Latino acts and an ...
news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/4/15/shakira-taylor-swift-men-in-black-coachella-2024-takeaways-1812
Fallout TV show didn't need to use CGI to create the Wasteland because it found the perfect real-life location
gamesradar.com/fallout-tv-show-wasteland-namib-desert/
Castaways rescued after writing 'HELP' in palm fronds: Three men in their 40s washed up on a desert island found an ingenious way to be noticed by rescue teams — ...
dw.com/en/castaways-rescued-after-writing-help-in-palm-fronds/a-68799803
Quick Glance: Rescue of Stranded Mariners Using Palm Leaves
- Three sailors were rescued from a remote Pacific Island after being stranded for over a week and using palm leaves to write 'HELP' on the white sand beach, as announced by the U.S. Coast Guard.
- The men found themselves stranded on Pikelot Atoll after their boat was damaged during a fishing trip on March 31.
- Initiation of the search and rescue operation occurred on April 6 when a family member of the sailors contacted the Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam due to their absence.
- Survival supplies were effectively provided to the stranded sailors until the USCGC Oliver Henry redirected to Pikelot Atoll on April 9 to finalize the rescue operation, according to officials.
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