Search and rescue operations continued after the fatal boat collision on Wednesday, but officials had little hope of finding survivors. Hungary’s prime minister promised a thorough investigation.
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Boat Sinks in Danube, Killing at Least 7 on Tour of Budapest
Under heavy rain and winds, rescuers managed to bring 14 people to shore.
Cruise Ship Stranded Off Norway Reaches Shore After Harrowing Rescue Effort
The Viking Sky was carrying more than 1,300 people when it sent a mayday alert Saturday. After recovering the use of some engines, the ship finally limped into port.
Cruise Ship Near Norway With Nearly 1,400 Passengers Is Being Evacuated
Dramatic videos and photos on Twitter showed the ship listing, furniture sliding from one side to the other and water rushing on board.
Cyclone-Battered Mozambique Takes Stock: ‘It’s All Rotten’
As the storm waters began to recede, people who had very little before the storm found that they now have even less.
Mozambique, Battered by Cyclone, Takes Stock: ‘It’s All Rotten’
As the storm waters began to recede, people who had very little before the storm found that they now have even less.
Rescuers Battle Flooding in Desperate Bid to Save Cyclone Victims
Nearly a week after southern Africa was hit by one the worst natural disasters in decades, it was all rescue workers could do to try to reach the victims.
Days After Cyclone Idai, Rescuers Battle to Save Victims
Nearly a week after southern Africa was hit by one the worst natural disasters in decades, it was all rescue workers could do to try to reach the flooding victims.
Cyclone Idai Kills at Least 150 in Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe
A deadly storm has affected more than 1.5 million people in the three southern African countries, leaving hundreds missing and stranding tens of thousands.
A Race to Save Children After Nigeria Building Collapse, but 8 People Are Dead
Numerous others were still missing after the collapse of the three-story structure, which housed a primary and nursery school.