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Nearly 30 Dead After Tornadoes Rip Across Midwest

More than two dozen people were killed and dozens more injured as powerful tornadoes and severe storms ripped across Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky, Virginia and even parts of the Washington, D.C. metro area.
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Tall Ship Strikes Brooklyn Bridge, Killing Two

In a chaotic scene on the East River, a Mexican tall ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday. Officials reported that at least 19 people on board were injured and needed treatment, including two who died from their injuries. The vessel is a training vessel for the Mexican Navy that had embarked on an eight-month journey.
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Damaging Winds, Large Hail, Strong Tornadoes Possible In The Plains

Mid-May is living up to its reputation for severe weather as an active weather pattern brings the threat of strong tornadoes, damaging hail and intense, destructive wind gusts over multiple days.
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Scenic Secrets: Pink Lakes of Western Australia

Tucked into the remote corners of Western Australia, you’ll find a stunning splash of pink in the natural landscape. Australia’s pink lakes, which include Lake Hillier, Lake Gregory, and Hutt’s Lagoon, are all-natural wonders, thanks to the unique result of extremely salty water and a rare bacteria that thrive in these extreme conditions. For the best view, book a flight over the lakes during the dry season, when the colors are at their brightest.
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