The Times Square subway station in New York was flooded, and the main water pipe broke in 127. August 30 | Ankara, Türkiye | Square
On August 30th, according to the Associated Press on the 29th, a 127 year old main water pipe located underground in Times Square, New York City, USA, ruptured, causing a busy subway station and surrounding downtown area to be flooded. The morning rush hour traffic was affected, and water supply was interrupted in some areas. By noon, the subway lines and water supply will be restored.
On August 29th, in New York City, USA, the underground main water pipe in Times Square ruptured, causing water on the road surface.
The water rushing onto the streets is only a few inches deep, but videos posted on social media show that the water flows down the stairwell and ventilation grille into the Times Square subway station in New York. The water turns the grooves of the subway tracks into small rivers and seeps into the platforms. Multiple media outlets believe that the accident of this expired main water pipe once again highlights the issue of aging infrastructure in the United States.
On August 29th, in New York City, USA, workers repaired a ruptured main water pipe at Times Square.
On August 29th, in New York City, USA, workers cleaned up accumulated water inside a subway station.
North Korea announces the launch of two ballistic missiles
On August 31st, according to the Korean Central News Agency, the General Staff of the North Korean People's Army issued a statement on August 30th stating that the United States sent B1-B bombers to fly over the East and West Seas of North Korea on August 30th to conduct military exercises against North Korea together with South Korea's combat capabilities. This is a military operation carried out at the peak of the joint military exercise between the United States and South Korea, known as the "Yizhi Free Shield". The operation clearly attempts to launch a preemptive nuclear strike against North Korea, posing a serious threat to North Korea.
On August 31st, in Seoul, South Korea, the television screen inside the train station showed footage of North Korea's missile launch.
South Korean citizens demonstrate and gather near the US Embassy in South Korea to protest against joint military exercises between the US, Japan, and South Korea
On August 29th, in Seoul, South Korea, near the US Embassy in South Korea, protesters held banners opposing the joint military exercise between the US, Japan, and South Korea. On the 30th, the South Korean Air Force conducted a joint air exercise with US B-1B strategic bombers and others over the western part of the Korean Peninsula. This is the 10th joint exercise between the South Korean military and US strategic bombers this year. The day before, the Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim Jong un strongly criticized the joint military exercises between the United States, Japan, and South Korea.
The official release of the Shenzhen Hong Kong One Card
On August 30th, the Shenzhen Hong Kong Mutual Access Card jointly issued by Shenzhen Tong Company and Octopus Card Company was officially launched. Passengers holding this card can achieve "one card access" for public transportation in 327 cities in Hong Kong and mainland China.
On August 30th, at a press conference held in Shenzhen, staff displayed the Shenzhen Hong Kong Mutual Access Card.
UK air traffic control system malfunction or loss of nearly £ 100 million to airlines
On August 28th, a technical malfunction occurred in the UK air traffic control system, causing thousands of flights to be cancelled or delayed on August 28th and 29th. Former CEO of British Airways and Chairman of the International Air Transport Association, Willy Walsh, said in an interview on August 30th that airlines are likely to pay a huge price for this malfunction, with a total loss of nearly £ 100 million. The air traffic control system service provider, the UK National Air Traffic Authority, will submit a report on the malfunction to the Transport Secretary on September 4th.
About 300 people evacuated due to a natural gas leak at a construction site in Berlin, Germany
On August 30th, in Berlin, Germany, a gas pipeline at a local construction site was damaged and natural gas leaked. While repairing the damage, approximately 300 people were evacuated.
Firefighters and experts from network operator NBB are wearing protective clothing while working on site.
Affected by Hurricane Adalia, Florida, USA has been severely affected by the disaster
On August 30th, Category 3 Hurricane Adalia made landfall in the Greater Bend area on the west coast of Florida, USA, and at least 2 people have died in Pasco County, Florida.
On August 30th, Hurricane Idaria, a Category 3 hurricane, made landfall in Florida, USA, causing severe damage to the area.
Typhoon "Haikui", the 11th typhoon of this year, has entered the Philippine warning responsibility zone
On the evening of August 30th, according to the National Weather Service of the Philippines, Typhoon No. 11 of this year, "Haikui", has entered the Philippine warning responsibility zone and is currently a strong tropical storm. Predictions show that "Haikui" is far from the main island of the Philippines and may strengthen to typhoon level on September 1st. "Sea anemones" will enhance the southwest monsoon and bring rainfall to some parts of the Philippines.
On August 30, affected by Typhoon "Sea Anemone" in North Ilogo Province of the Philippines, the local area ushered in a strong storm rain. The street was flooded, and the affected residents took a rest in the stadium.
Under high interest rates, the affordability of buying a house in California, USA has dropped to a new low in 2016
According to data from the California Association of Real Estate Agents, in the second quarter of 2023, due to high interest rates, California's housing affordability fell to its lowest level in 16 years. Data shows that only 16% of people in the state have the ability to purchase existing mid price single family homes.
On August 30th, in Los Angeles, California, USA, a sign "for sale" hung in front of a household.
Greek wildfire has become the largest fire on record in the European Union
As of August 29th, a wildfire in northeastern Greece has been burning for 11 days, with an area exceeding that of New York City in the United States, making it the largest fire on record in the European Union.
On August 29th, in the Dadia National Park in the Evros region of Greece, thick smoke was caused by wildfires.
The first giant panda cub born in Russian history
On August 30th, Moscow Mayor Sobyanin said that the first giant panda cub in Russian history was born at the Moscow Zoo.
On August 28th, giant panda cubs in Moscow, Russia.
Giant Panda "Yiyi" and "Shengyi" Returned from Malaysia
At about 11:00 p.m. on August 29, with flight MH6476 taxiing slowly on the runway of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the panda sisters "Yiyi" and "Shengyi" officially bid farewell to their birthplace Malaysia and headed for their hometown China.
On August 29th, staff took photos of the giant panda "Yi Yi" in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Mainland China Gives Taiwan Giant Panda "Yuan Yuan" to Celebrate Its 19th Birthday
On August 30th, people celebrated the birth of the giant panda "Yuan Yuan" at the Taipei Zoo.
Argentina discovers numerous sea lions dying from avian influenza
The latest report from the Argentine Department of Animal Health shows that numerous sea lions have been found dead from avian influenza infection in multiple locations along the Atlantic coast of Argentina, from the capital Buenos Aires to the southernmost province of Santa Cruz.
On August 28th, a sea lion died on a beach near Bedma, Argentina.
One of the largest aerospace events in the world, TEKNOFEST opened in Ankara, Türkiye
On August 30, Ankara, Türkiye, Teknofest, one of the largest aerospace events in the world, opened. The five-day event will include competitions, flying performances, exhibitions, and seminars. Since 2018, the event has been jointly organized by the Türkiye Technical Team Foundation and the Ministry of Industry and Technology of Türkiye, and has cooperated with dozens of ministries, public institutions, private companies and universities.
The Venice Film Festival is about to open
The 80th Venice Film Festival will be held from August 30th to September 9th in the water city of Venice, Italy.
On August 29th, on the island of Lido in Venice, Italy, reporters were busy in front of the movie palace.
"Super Blue Moon" Appears in Tianyu
From August 30th to 31st, the largest "super moon" of the year will appear in the sky.
On August 30, the moon rose from the Great Kamlika Mosque in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Australia: Magnolia Blossoms in Beijing Garden
The Beijing Garden, located in the Australian capital Canberra, was completed in 2014 and is a gift from the Beijing Municipal Government to the friendly city of Canberra.
On August 30th, in Canberra, Australia, the magnolia in Beijing Garden.
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