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Catastrophic' floods in Central Europe as firefighter dies in rescue

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Thousands without power in Poland near Czech border The first drowning death in Poland has been verified by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, but the village where it happened has been shut off, making it impossible for authorities to get to it. Over 1,600 residents of the Kล‚odzko region, which is close to the Czech border, have had to leave their houses. It's one of the worst hit locations; in some portions of the town, the water has gotten as low as 1.5 meters (4.9 feet). In the Kล‚odzko district alone, some 17,000 individuals lack electricity, and mobile phone and internet connections are broken. Tusk has approved the internet's usage of Starlink satellite technology. A Blackhawk chopper has been sent to the region to rescue individuals who are stuck on rooftops. Thousands without power in Poland near Czech border The areas of the Czech Republic most severely affected are still North Moravia and Silesia; the floods have entirely blocked off the spa town of Jesenik in Silesia...

Russia will be ‘at war’ with NATO if Ukraine long-range missile restrictions lifted, Putin warns

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 Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech during the United Culture Forum at the Hermitage Hall, September 12, 2024, in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Contributor/Getty Images  CNN  —  Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned NATO alliance leaders that a move to lift restrictions on Ukraine’s use of longer-range Western missiles to strike deep inside his country would be considered an act of war.  “This will mean that NATO countries – the United States and European countries – are at war with Russia. And if this is the case, then, bearing in mind the change in the essence of the conflict, we will make appropriate decisions in response to the threats that will be posed to us,” Putin told reporters on Thursday. Putin’s comments come as US and NATO allied partners appear increasingly open to the possibility of allowing Ukrainian forces to use Western-provided long-range weapons systems to strike at Russian military targets, something which Kyiv has openl...

Fashion Design: History, Innovation, and How to Become a Fashion Designer

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Pic: Adobe Stock Fashion design is the art and practice of creating clothing and accessories. It involves the application of design, aesthetics, and natural beauty to garments and their embellishments. Fashion designers work in a variety of ways, including designing ready-to-wear clothing, haute couture collections, and custom pieces for individual clients. The process of fashion design entails several stages, such as concept creation, sketching, fabric selection, pattern making, garment construction, and final presentation. Fashion design not only focuses on the physical creation of garments but also encompasses the cultural and social influences that shape trends and styles. Importance of Fashion Design in Society Fashion design holds a significant place in society due to its influence on culture, identity, and economy. It serves as a form of self-expression, allowing individuals to communicate their personality, mood, and social status through their clothing choices. Fashio...