Catastrophic flooding in Nepal and Tibet kills over 900, with more than 4,000 missing

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Catastrophic flooding in Nepal and Tibet kills over 900, with more than 4,000 missing

⚡ Markets: The disaster impacts regional stability and infrastructure, particularly hydropower projects which are key to Nepal's economy. May affect companies involved in construction and insurance in the region.

Devastating flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border have resulted in over 900 confirmed deaths and more than 4,000 people missing. Rescue efforts are underway to reach thousands, including many workers believed to be trapped inside tunnels of hydropower projects.

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RegionalThe Hindu — Nepal-China flash flood disaster exposes fragility of Hindu Kush Himalayas: U.N. climate chief

Financial pressThe Economist — World in Brief: The Iran war turns hot again; rescue efforts continue in the Himalayas

Google WestGoogle News (Canada) — Nepal warns of possible fresh flooding as death toll rises to at least 800

West RightThe Telegraph — Race to save hundreds of workers trapped in flooded tunnels in Nepal

Non-West Ind.Al Arabiya — Rescuers dig into tunnel as missing toll from Nepal, China flood tops 3,000

Google Non-WestGoogle News (Turkey) — Nepal'de okul müdürünün kararı 900 öğrenciyi selden kurtardı

West MSMThe Guardian — Headteacher saves 900 children from deadly flash flood in Nepal

West MSMBBC World — Head teacher evacuated 900 children minutes before Nepal floods hit school

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