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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The fabulous structure of 33.9 kilometers that can be seen from space

The world's longest dam, the Saemangeum, is a significant engineering project in South Korea that has sparked controversy over its environmental impact.

Feb 26 • 17:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

10% Water Supply Restriction in Nara: Low Reservoir Levels Expose Former Roads and Bridge Piers

Nara Prefecture has implemented a 10% water extraction restriction due to significantly low reservoir levels in local dams, a situation not seen in over two decades.

Feb 25 • 22:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Russia destroyed a dam in Ukraine: 'DeepState' explained the occupiers' plan

The article discusses Russia's recent military actions, including the destruction of a dam in Ukraine aimed at disrupting logistics for Ukrainian forces in the conflict zone.

Feb 25 • 17:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From the Collapse of the 'Dam' to 'Emerging from the Well'... How Syrian Drama Changed After Assad's Fall?

The article discusses the transformation of Syrian television drama in the wake of the political changes following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

Feb 25 • 11:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Forata and the 'insufficient' maintenance of Spain's dams: 'If no solutions are taken, it could be catastrophic'

The Forata dam in Spain is facing critical safety issues, including inadequate maintenance and lack of emergency protocols, raising concerns about potential disasters if not addressed.

Feb 24 • 21:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt denies granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea and reaffirms its position on the Renaissance Dam

Egypt has denied reports claiming it is willing to grant Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for concessions on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.

Feb 24 • 19:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Siren tests at the Emborcação Dam in Araguari are taking place until Friday

The Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais is conducting individual tests of the warning sirens at the Emborcação Hydroelectric Plant from Tuesday to Friday.

Feb 24 • 17:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Massive Egg Mortality Exposes Impact of Belo Monte on Fish Reproduction

Researches and residents have discovered massive mortality of fish eggs below the Belo Monte hydroelectric dam in Pará, Brazil, raising concerns about its impact on fish reproduction.

Feb 23 • 16:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Justice begins hearings on the collapse of the dam in Brumadinho

The Federal Justice in Brazil has commenced hearings related to the Brumadinho dam collapse that occurred in January 2019, which resulted in 272 fatalities.

Feb 23 • 14:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The solution for revitalizing villages around Daechong Dam is... 'eco-friendly ecological agriculture and tourism'

Discussions on sustainable development strategies for communities affected by the Daechong Dam regulations highlighted the need for eco-friendly tourism and agriculture.

Feb 23 • 07:47 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Flood warnings for western Queensland as severe weather continues

Severe weather warnings have been issued for western Queensland due to ongoing flooding and heavy rainfall.

Feb 22 • 19:54 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From subsidence to water leakage: Scientists explain the Renaissance Dam crisis to Al Jazeera Net

Experts discuss the potential risks and structural concerns related to Ethiopia's Grand Renaissance Dam, highlighting the need for collaboration between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan.

Feb 22 • 11:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Mine's alternative tailings dam site proposal labelled 'lesser of two evils'

Mining company MMG proposes an alternative site for a tailings dam in Tasmania's Exe Valley after facing environmental opposition to previous plans.

Feb 21 • 23:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Chilling prediction from an Asia expert about Trump: 'I think the Epstein dam will still burst open'

An expert warns that President Trump's policies may face challenges following a recent Supreme Court decision regarding tariffs.

Feb 20 • 20:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Eswatini: Eswatini Applauds Ethiopia's Impressive Mega Development Projects

The Kingdom of Eswatini has praised Ethiopia for its successful execution of large-scale development projects like the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Feb 20 • 16:39 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Once in 30 Years' Low Rainfall" - Drying Dam Affects Vegetables - When Will Rainfall Come?

Japan's Kanto region is experiencing severe water shortages, causing restrictions on water supply and impacting vegetable growth due to a historic drought.

Feb 20 • 01:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

José van Dam dies at 85, Belgian legend of lyrical art

José van Dam, renowned Belgian bass-baritone and a celebrated figure in operatic history, passed away at the age of 85.

Feb 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Farewell to the music teacher: at 85 years old, José van Dam has passed away

José van Dam, a renowned baritone, passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy marked by performances in major theaters and film roles.

Feb 19 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Classical: José van Dam is dead

Belgian bass-baritone José van Dam, a significant figure in the opera world during the 1960s and 1970s, has passed away.

Feb 19 • 18:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

José van Dam has died, one of the most important lyrical singers in recent times

José van Dam, a renowned lyrical singer and exceptional bass-baritone, has passed away, remembered for his significant contributions to opera and performance.

Feb 19 • 15:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is shot dead while drinking with friends at a dam in the interior of Bahia

A 24-year-old man was shot dead while socializing with friends at the Grande Dam in Riachão do Jacuípe, Brazil.

Feb 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Achelous: Message from 112 about controlled overflow of the dam

Residents near the Achelous River have been advised to avoid travel due to a controlled overflow at the Stratos dam in Kastraki, Aetolia-Acarnania.

Feb 17 • 18:59 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Bad Weather: Alert sounded through 112 in Aetolia-Acarnania

Residents of Aetolia-Acarnania received an alert from the 112 emergency number due to controlled overflow at the Stratos dam, prompting authorities to advise caution.

Feb 17 • 17:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Nairobi.. A ‘Firm’ Egyptian Message Rejecting Unilateral Measures in the Nile Basin

Egypt has called for cooperation among Nile Basin countries and announced a new funding mechanism of $100 million to support dam projects amid rising water tensions with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Feb 17 • 14:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Due to the construction of a dam in Nové Heřminovy, the state has begun expropriating land

The Czech state is starting the process of expropriating land in Nové Heřminovy to facilitate the construction of a new dam.

Feb 17 • 14:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Bruntál Office has started expropriating land for the dam in Nové Heřminovy

The Bruntál office has commenced the expropriation of lands necessary for the construction of a dam in Nové Heřminovy.

Feb 17 • 13:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Huge Indian Dam Projects Warn of Escalation with Pakistan

Global media sources warn that large-scale dam projects in India could lead to heightened tensions with Pakistan.

Feb 17 • 08:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man dies after jet ski accident at Carmo do Cajuru dam

A man died following a jet ski accident at the Carmo do Cajuru dam in Brazil.

Feb 16 • 21:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Residents of Morocco's 'Kasr Al-Kabir' Return After Evacuation Due to Flooding

Residents of Kasr Al-Kabir in northern Morocco have begun returning to their homes after two weeks of evacuation due to flood risks and rising water levels in the Oued El Makhazn dam.

Feb 16 • 09:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Record Low Rainfall, A Former Village from a Drying Dam - The Current Situation of Winter Water Shortages

Japan is experiencing record low rainfall, leading to significant water shortages and the emergence of submerged structures due to dropping water levels in dams.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

This is the delicate maneuver of emptying a dam: 'The golden rule is not to release more than flows in'

Cádiz is now releasing water from its reservoirs to ensure their integrity after a year of heavy rainfall.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The phantom dam of Alcolea, which could have filled up three times this year... and only reached 23% execution

The Alcolea dam in Huelva, designed to meet agricultural water needs, remains unfinished despite recent heavy rains that could have filled it multiple times.

Feb 13 • 23:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Report indicates structural damage in dam with risk of collapse in the interior of SP

A technical report has confirmed structural damage to a dam in Lins, SP, posing a risk of collapse and necessitating immediate emergency action.

Feb 13 • 22:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Historic release in Montejaque (Málaga): the latest rains push an empty dam to the limit

The Caballeros dam in Montejaque, Málaga, has activated its spillways due to recent rains, easing concerns over potential overflow.

Feb 13 • 13:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Portugal evacuates more than 9,000 people in Coimbra due to flood risk after dam break

Portugal has initiated a preventive evacuation of over 9,000 residents in Coimbra and surrounding areas due to flooding risk following the break of a containment dam caused by heavy rains.

Feb 13 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Portugal begins evacuation of 9,000 people in Coimbra due to flood risk

Portugal has started evacuating 9,000 residents in Coimbra due to the imminent threat of flooding following a dam breach.

Feb 13 • 11:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Life Returns to the Third Longest River

The Yangtze River in China is witnessing a resurgence of wildlife after being significantly depleted for decades due to overfishing, dam construction, and pollution, following the implementation of a ten-year fishing ban in 2021.

Feb 12 • 19:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Risk of dam rupture suspends classes in five schools in Lins

Classes have been suspended in five schools in Lins, Brazil, due to the risk of a dam rupture threatening local urban areas.

Feb 12 • 13:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The breakage of a dam in Coimbra due to the storm forces the closure of Portugal's main motorway

A dam broke in Coimbra, Portugal, due to severe storms, leading to the closure of the A-1 motorway and evacuations in the affected areas.

Feb 12 • 10:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A coastal protection dam is being formed in the Curonian Spit: it will stop the flow of salty water

A coastal protection dam project at the Curonian Spit aims to reduce coastal erosion and protect the sensitive ecosystem of the Curonian Lagoon.

Feb 11 • 08:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Father, mother, and two children die buried after dam breach in MG

A family of four tragically lost their lives in Eugenópolis, Brazil, after heavy rains caused a dam breach leading to a landslide that buried their home.

Feb 10 • 15:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: MG1 on Tuesday, February 10, 2026

A family in Minas Gerais died after their house was buried when a dam burst, highlighting the dangers of heavy rainfall in Brazil.

Feb 10 • 14:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Four people die buried after a dam burst and took part of the house in MG

Four people died when a dam burst in Eugenópolis, Brazil, causing part of a house to collapse.

Feb 10 • 13:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Lesotho: Lesotho Dam Project Misses Deadline to Pay Multi-Million Compensation Claim

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project missed a court-set deadline to compensate communities affected by the Katse Dam, leading to new demands for compensation from various associations.

Feb 10 • 10:24 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Lesotho: Lesotho Dam Project Misses Deadline to Pay Multi-Million Compensation Claim

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project has failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to compensate affected communities, prompting additional claims from more community associations.

Feb 10 • 10:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court gives 30 days for Belo Horizonte City Hall to take measures after the rupture of the Lagoa do Nado dam

A Brazilian court has ordered the Belo Horizonte City Hall to adopt emergency measures concerning the Lagoa do Nado dam, which ruptured in 2024, within 30 days to avoid daily fines for non-compliance.

Feb 10 • 09:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Review: Communists Evicted a Village for a Dam. A Great Film Was Made About It

A film has been created about the historical event when Communists evicted a village to construct a dam, shedding light on a significant episode in Czech history.

Feb 10 • 09:45 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Possible pet turtle dumping could leave an endangered species at risk

Researchers are concerned that dumped pet turtles found at Dumaresq Dam may threaten endangered native turtle species.

Feb 9 • 21:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Serranía de Ronda, on edge due to the ghost dam of Montejaque

The ghost dam of Montejaque in the Serranía de Ronda has reached historical levels, forcing the evacuation of 200 people due to water retention issues despite being built over a century ago.

Feb 9 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man in kayak adrift for hours in dam rescued by helicopter; VIDEO

A man was rescued by helicopter after drifting for hours in a kayak on the Pirapama Dam in Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Brazil.

Feb 9 • 16:33 UTC

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