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Power outage affects millions in parts of Europe, halting trains, flights, and metro services – Top developments

A widespread power outage struck Spain, Portugal, Belgium and parts of southern France on Monday, causing chaos across the Iberian Peninsula of Europe. Millions of people were affected, with essential services including transportation, phone networks, and airports coming to a halt. The blackout has disrupted daily life and caused significant inconvenience, including halting train services, […]

Millions left in dark; trains stuck in tunnels: Blackout hits Spain, Portugal, France & Belgium

Spectators roam inside the Madrid Open tennis tournament venue during a general blackout in Madrid, Monday (Pic credit: AP) Millions of people on Monday were impacted after electricity was cut off across Spain, Portugal, Belgium and part of southern France in a massive blackout. According to reports, phone lines were down, and trains and flights […]

Hundreds of flights and trains cancelled in Beijing as high winds, sandstorms hit China

Residents walk against strong winds in Beijing, China, Saturday, April 12, 2025. (AP) Strong winds affected Chinese capital Beijing and parts of northern China on Saturday, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights, closure of tourist sites, and suspension of train services, according to state media. The China Meteorological Administration (CMA) said the winds […]