The Flash

Attention is turning to the Bab el-Mandeb strait, nicknamed the 'Gate of Tears', as a new flash point in the war involving Iran. The narrow waterway is a critical chokepoint for global shipping, and its emergence as a battleground raises concerns about disruptions to trade routes and a widening of the regional conflict.

Economists polled by Reuters expect euro area consumer prices to have risen 3.5% year-on-year in September, up from 3.2% in August, which would be the fastest pace in nearly three years. The European statistics agency Eurostat is due to publish its flash estimate on Friday, and markets and analysts are watching closely ahead of the release.

ReliefWeb has published its 57th flash update on the Sudan situation in eastern Chad, where hundreds of thousands of people who fled the war in Sudan continue to shelter in border camps. The latest briefing tracks humanitarian needs, refugee arrivals and the response by aid agencies in a region stretched thin by the influx.

Hurricane Polo is spinning in the Pacific Ocean, with forecasters warning it could bring heavy rain and flooding to parts of Mexico and the southwestern United States, putting millions of people in the storm's potential path. Officials are monitoring the system as it moves, urging residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for possible flash flooding and dangerous conditions in the days ahead.

Flash floods have struck Nepal, and an expert says climate change is to blame. Rising temperatures are believed to intensify monsoon rainfall, making sudden floods more frequent and severe in the Himalayan region. The comments add to a wider debate about how a warming climate is driving extreme weather disasters across South Asia.

Hurricane Polo has made landfall along Mexico's coast, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the region. Forecasters warn the storm's remnants could push toward the Southwestern United States, raising concerns about rainfall and flash flooding there. Meteorologists are tracking the storm's projected path as it weakens over land.

Hurricane Polo is closing in on Mexico's Pacific coast, with forecasts showing it could bring heavy rain and flooding to the southwestern United States. Meteorologists are tracking the storm's projected path and warning residents in affected areas to prepare for flash flooding. Updates on the hurricane's track and intensity are being issued as conditions develop.

Hurricane Nolo is bearing down on Hawaii, with forecasters warning of powerful winds and flash flooding across the islands. Authorities are urging residents to prepare for dangerous conditions as the storm approaches, including possible property damage, power outages and rapidly rising water in flood-prone areas.

Hurricane Nolo is forecast to intensify into a Category 4 storm and strike Hawaii, bringing a potentially historic multiday deluge, according to AccuWeather. The prolonged heavy rainfall raises fears of flash flooding and landslides across the islands, with residents urged to monitor forecasts and prepare for severe conditions.

Hurricane Nolo, downgraded to a Category 1 storm, is still bringing dangerous flooding to Hawaii. Forecasters warn that even a weakened system can dump heavy rain, trigger flash flooding and produce hazardous surf along the islands. Residents are being urged to stay alert to local warnings as the storm passes through the region.

Astronomers report that a stellar remnant, described as a zombie star, is repeatedly flashing toward Earth as it wobbles, with the pulses apparently caused by a large expelled cloud of gas. Researchers are calling the observations groundbreaking, saying they offer a rare look at the behavior of a star after it has survived or undergone an explosive event.

Singapore's national water agency PUB has urged members of the public to stay away from several locations in the city-state because of flash flood risks. The advisory follows heavy rainfall, with warnings issued for low-lying roads and flood-prone spots. Residents and commuters are being advised to monitor alerts and avoid traversing affected areas until conditions improve.

Flash flooding in Thailand has raised questions among travellers about whether Bangkok is safe to visit. Travel outlets are sharing the latest advice for visitors, with the focus on conditions in the Thai capital and what tourists should know before travelling amid the heavy rain and disruption.

A strike has been announced for Tuesday, September 29 in Paris. The RATP says public transport across its network will run a normal service, while the SNCF is warning of disruptions on some Transilien suburban rail lines. Further details are expected this evening, according to BFMTV.

Hurricane Nolo has passed near Hawaii without a direct landfall, but officials warn the storm could still bring powerful winds and flash flooding to the islands. Residents are being urged to stay alert as bands of heavy rain and gusty conditions move through, with localised flooding possible in vulnerable areas even though the worst of the hurricane stays offshore.

Hurricane Nolo is forecast to hit Hawaii with powerful winds and flash flooding, prompting residents to brace for dangerous conditions. The storm is drawing widespread attention as forecasts warn of damage from both gusts and heavy rainfall across the islands.

A market indicator is flashing a warning ahead of the historically strong November-to-April stretch, when the stock market typically delivers its best gains of the year. The signal suggests the usual seasonal rally could fail to materialise this time, prompting investors to question whether to position for the usual winter boom or brace for weakness instead.

Hurricane Nolo is gaining strength as it moves away from Hawaii, but forecasters warn that high winds and flash flooding remain a threat to the islands. Residents are being cautioned not to let their guard down even as the storm tracks out to sea, with dangerous conditions expected to persist in some areas.

Russian drones attacking Ukraine have been spotted with unusual protrusions described as "whiskers." Serhiy "Flash," an adviser to President Zelenskyy, says the attachments are definitely not antennas, and their true purpose remains unknown. The remark has drawn attention as analysts and observers speculate about possible new Russian drone technology.

Heavy rain is moving through the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with flash flooding expected to continue through Friday. Local news outlets are warning residents about waterlogged roads and possible dangers from standing water. People are sharing weather updates and checking forecasts as the storm system brings multiple rounds of rain to North Texas this week.

Autumn storms are moving into Germany, with weather services warning of thunderstorms and heavy rain, particularly affecting Baden-Württemberg. Local outlets such as the Pforzheimer Zeitung report on where Unwetter, or severe weather, could bring dangerous downpours and flash flooding. People are tracking the forecasts as the stormy season arrives.

Singapore's national water agency PUB is urging the public to avoid numerous areas across the island because of flash flood risks. The advisory covers multiple locations as heavy rain raises the chance of sudden flooding, and residents are being told to stay clear of affected spots until conditions improve. The warning is drawing wide attention as Singaporeans check which areas are at risk.

San Antonio residents are watching forecasts as a Flood Watch has been issued ahead of heavy rain expected later this week. The San Antonio Express-News published a timeline detailing when flooding rain will begin, while KXAN in Austin also warned of the incoming threat. People in the region are tracking updates to prepare for possible flash flooding and travel disruptions.

Public health coverage is drawing together two related topics: the possible mental health effects of GLP-1 weight-loss and diabetes drugs, and the role of exercise for women going through menopause. Listeners are weighing reported mood changes linked to GLP-1 medications against growing evidence that physical activity can ease menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep problems and weight gain.

A gate at the Paul Éluard high school in Saint-Denis, near Paris, collapsed after being shaken by mobilized high school students, according to reports circulating on social media. The incident comes amid student mobilization in France, and it remains unclear whether anyone was injured or what response authorities have taken.