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Bhola cyclone of 1970 may have killed 500,000 people

Hurricane Watch: 1970 Cyclone in Bangladesh Killed 500,000

In November 1970, the Bhola Cyclone smashed into East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and West Bengal (India) and killed at least 500,000 people

Hurricane Irene 2011: Why Approaching Storm Could Be One of Worst to Strike Florida in Years

Hurricane Irene has become the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, and it's tracking toward a Florida strike as a possible Category 2 storm. Forecast models are always changing, based upon timing, but if Irene stays on its current course, Florida could be in for days of damaging wind and rain. Here is why Hurricane Irene could be one of the worst to strike Florida in years.

Hurricane Irene Approaches Florida, Libya Taken Over by Rebels: Daily Scoop

Hurricane Irene hits Puerto Rico and approaches Florida, rebels take over Libya's capital, charges may be dropped against Dominique Strauss-Kahn and more in Monday's daily scoop.

Hurricane Irene has strengthened over Puerto Rico, becoming the first hurricane of the 2011 Atlantic Season. PHOTO: The U.S. National Hurricane Center

Hurricane Irene Moves Over Puerto Rico, Expected to Reach US East Coast

Hurricane Irene has strengthened over Puerto Rico, becoming the first hurricane of the 2011 Atlantic Season, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said in a statement on Monday.

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Tropical Storm Irene Expected to Strengthen, Florida Should Brace Itself

Residents in Florida should be keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Irene, as it could strengthen into a hurricane and possible hit the state on Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center, which also said the storm's path is uncertain.

Puerto Rico Braces for Tropical Storm Irene

Tropical Storm Irene barreled across the Caribbean toward Puerto Rico on Sunday on a course that could take it to Florida.

Hurricane Irene Could Hit U.S. by Thursday

A hurricane warning for Tropical Storm Irene was issued for the southern coast of the Dominican Republic as well as Puerto Rico, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami.

Irene Moves Over Caribbean, Seen Becoming Hurricane

Tropical Storm Irene formed east of the Leeward Islands on Saturday and was expected to become a hurricane in the next two days heading on a northwestward track through the Caribbean that may threaten Florida.

Mom Leaves Child in Rainy Night to Enjoy Drinks

A woman from Florida reportedly left her five-year-old daughter in her stroller at 10 pm on the rainy night of Thursday, outside a bar, to enjoy a couple of drinks. The 34-year-old mother, Sarah Lynn Cheek, has been charged with child neglect after some bystanders reported the incident of child-torture to the authorities.

Tropical Storm Irene Forms in the Caribbean, Could be the First Hurricane of the Season

Tropical Storm Irene, which is the ninth storm for the 2011 Atlantic hurricane season, formed on Saturday east of the Caribbean's Leeward Islands.

Zachery Tims’ Sudden Death: Another Drug Overdose?

Funeral Service Held for Florida Megachurch Pastor Zachery Tims

A funeral service was held on Saturday for Florida megachurch pastor Zachery Tims who was found dead in a New York City hotel room last week. The circumstances surrounding Tims' death is still a mystery and the 8,000 members of the New Destiny Christian Center, which was run by Tims, will have to start moving forward and begin rebuilding without knowing what resulted in the death of their leader.

Zachery Tims Funeral To Go Private, Shrouds More Mystery

Pastor Zachery Tims' funeral arrangements are set for Saturday 11 a.m., at First Baptist church of Orlando, but the ceremony will be held privately and will not stream live online.

Miami Hurricanes Scandal: The NCAA Has a Much Bigger Problem

Pundits are calling it a shocking sports story -- allegations from a former booster and subsequent NCAA investigation that University of Miami football players received millions of dollars in improper benefits including gifts of money, jewelry and prostitutes over the course of eight years.

Life-Sized Noah’s Ark to Be Centerpiece of New Creationism Theme Park

Answers in Genesis, the Christian ministry behind the Creation Museum, is set to build a new theme park called The Ark Encounter, that will feature a life-sized wooden Noah's Ark replica.

Thousands to Pay Last Respects to Zachery Tims Friday

Mourners from around the world will pay their last respects this weekend to Dr. Zachery Tims, Jr., the founder and senior pastor of one of Florida's most largest churches.

Zachery Tims' Public Viewing and Tribute Service Friday at New Destiny Christian Center

A tribute service and a public viewing for Pastor Zachery Tims will be held Friday at the New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka, Fla., the church announced on its Web site. The public viewing is between 3 and 7 p.m., while the tribute will follow at 7 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. A funeral service will take place the next day at the First Baptist Church of Orlando, where there will be a viewing from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Brain-Eating Amoeba Killing Young Adults: Fresh Water Sports May be Dangerous

A killer fresh-water parasite, popularly known as the Brain-eating Amoeba, is suspected to have caused the infection that resulted in the death of three individuals, including a child. Naegleria fowleri, a free-living amoeba found in warm fresh-water bodies, such as ponds, lakes, rivers, and hot springs, is reported to have killed an unidentified man in his early 20s, a 9-year-old boy, and a 16-year-old girl this month, say health officials in Louisiana.