The World Health Organization reports that the epidemic may not have reached its peak yet. [Looking at the World] 556 people in Bangladesh have died from dengue fever this year. Data | Cancelled | Dengue fever
According to data released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Bangladesh, the country has reported over 110000 cumulative cases of dengue fever in 2023, of which 20% are children under the age of 15. According to official data released on August 28th, 556 people in the country have died from dengue fever this year. The World Health Organization reported on the dengue fever outbreak in Bangladesh on the 11th of this month, stating that the wave of dengue fever infections in the country since June this year is unusual compared to previous years, and the epidemic may not have reached its peak yet. The World Health Organization has assessed the risk of dengue fever in Bangladesh as a high level and called for swift action to contain the spread of the epidemic.
Dengue fever is an acute infectious disease caused by the dengue virus, mainly transmitted through mosquito vectors, and is mostly prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. Typical symptoms include persistent fever, headache, muscle pain, joint pain, etc., and can be fatal in severe cases.
Dengue fever infected individuals are receiving treatment in hospitals in Barisal, Bangladesh.
The spread of avian influenza in Argentina
On August 28th, according to the Argentine National Agricultural Food Hygiene and Quality Service, two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 were found in sea lions in the Negro River province. In this situation, the authorities, in conjunction with the coast police, restricted the entrance to the southern breakwater of the city and set up fences on site to prevent people from approaching the sea lions. So far, over 30 sea lions have been found dead on the local coast.
On August 28th, in the province of Rio Negro, Argentina, a sign on Punta Bermeja beach reads "Do not feed animals" in Spanish.
A dead sea lion on the beach.
Forest fires in northeastern Greece continue to burn for 11 days but remain uncontrolled
As of August 29th, forest fires in northeastern Greece have been burning for 11 days, resulting in at least 20 deaths. At present, the fire situation in many areas has not been effectively controlled. The Copernicus Climate Change Service of the European Union stated on social media on the 29th that the area of forest fires in northeastern Greece exceeds 808.7 square kilometers, which is larger than New York City, which covers an area of 778.2 square kilometers. In addition, this forest fire is the most severe in the European Union since the European Forest Fire Information System began recording data in 2000. At least 30% of the Dadia National Forest Park in Greece was destroyed by the fire.
On August 29th, in Alexandropolis, Greece, the forest of Dadia National Park was burned down.
Hurricane Adalia approaches Georgia, USA and declares a state of emergency
On August 29th, due to Hurricane Adalia approaching, Governor of Georgia, Brian Camp, declared a state of emergency in the state. Camp stated that Georgia is taking all necessary preventive measures to ensure the safety of its residents.
On August 29th, in Georgia, USA, the police station placed a road closure sign to prepare for the upcoming hurricane.
Severe rainfall in Austria triggers flash floods and many areas enter a state of emergency
On August 29th, heavy rainfall triggered flash floods in the Innsbruck area of the Tyrol region in western Austria. Due to the rapid rise of the river water, most sections of the local road have accumulated severe water, and some roads have been destroyed. Approximately 30 households were forced to evacuate. Salzburg, Tyrol, and Upper Austria have declared a state of emergency regarding rising river water levels. The heavy rainfall was accompanied by low temperatures, with most areas of Austria reaching only about 14 degrees Celsius on the 29th. The local meteorological department stated that the rainfall has gradually weakened, but it will continue until the 31st.
On August 29th, a damaged bridge was built in Umhausen village, Austria.
A malfunction in the UK air traffic control system has resulted in a large number of flight cancellations or delays
The UK air traffic control system experienced a technical malfunction on August 28th, resulting in a large number of flight cancellations or delays, and the impact may continue for several days. More than 1500 flights were cancelled on that day, accounting for about a quarter of the number of flights that the system needs to control. On the 29th, at least 281 flights were cancelled at six major airports in the UK. About 250000 people were affected.
On August 29th, passengers waited at Gatwick Airport in London, UK.
Passengers are waiting to board at Stansted Airport in London, UK.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan detained for leaking state secrets
On August 29th, the Islamabad High Court in Pakistan announced the suspension of its previous judgment on former Prime Minister Imran Khan in a corruption case and approved the bail application. Shortly thereafter, Imran Khan was sent to prison for leaking state secrets.
On August 29th, in Islamabad, Pakistan, a Pakistani court overturned the case of former Prime Minister Imran Khan inciting rebellion, and his supporters cheered outside the court.
All Toyota vehicle factories located in Japan have suspended operations
According to the public relations department of Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan, starting from August 29th, two more factories located in Japan will be shut down. At that time, all 14 Toyota vehicle factories in Japan, totaling 28 production lines, will be suspended from operation.
August 29, Toyota Motor Factory, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan.
The three major stock indexes in the New York stock market rose on the 29th
The three major stock indexes in the New York stock market rose on August 29th. As of the close of the day, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 292.69 points from the previous trading day and closed at 34852.67 points, an increase of 0.85%; The S&P 500 stock index rose 64.32 points to close at 4497.63, a 1.45% increase; The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 238.63 points to close at 13943.76, an increase of 1.74%.
On August 29th, traders worked on the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange in the United States.
The Indian lunar rover "Moonship 3" detected sulfur on the surface of the moon
On August 29th, the Indian Space Research Organization announced that the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft detected sulfur on the lunar surface near the South Pole.
The National Museum of Scotland plans to return totem poles to Canada
On August 29th, in Edinburgh, Scotland, a 36 foot tall totem pole will be transported from the National Museum of Scotland to British Columbia on the west coast of Canada. The museum is preparing to return the handcrafted red cedar poles that have been exhibited in the museum since 1930 to the indigenous communities of Canada.
The preparation work for the New Scottish Museum of Art in the UK continues
On August 29th, in Edinburgh, England, Sir Edwin Lanser's "The King of Glenn" was moved to the New Scottish Museum of Art. The New Scottish Museum of Art will open on September 30th.
Amsterdam, Netherlands welcomes its theatrical season. The Royal Theatre will stage "The World's Largest Swan Lake"
The Carre Royal Theatre will stage the world's largest Swan Lake from August 30th to September 17th.
On August 29th, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, dancers from the Shanghai Ballet performed on the Magere Brug Bridge.