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Days of torrential rain ahead in the Carolinas as Florence leaves at least 11 dead

Authorities on Saturday warned residents displaced by a killer hurricane that its devastation was far from over, as Florence broke rainfall records across the southeastern United States, bringing catastrophic flooding and at least nine deaths, reported news agency AFP.

Kolkata: Massive fire at Bagri Market in Canning Street, 30 fire tenders on spot

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A massive fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning at Bagri Market in Canning Street, news agency ANI reported. Nearly thirty fire tenders have been deployed to contain the fire.

Death toll in Philippines Mangkhut typhoon rises to 25: Official

The death toll in Philippines Mangkhut typhoon has risen to 25, AFP informed on Sunday, as the typhoon makes its way out and heads to China and Hong Kong. 

Fuel prices hit record high, sells at Rs 81.91 in the national capital

Fuel prices across India rose again on Sunday with petrol selling at Rs 81.91 per litre and diesel at Rs 73.72 per litre in Delhi, news agency ANI reported. 

Male tennis players punished more than women: Report

Male tennis players are almost three times more likely to be fined for losing their temper and smashing racquets than their female counterparts, The New York Times reported Saturday.