21 May

United States: Tornadoes and Flooding

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United States
Tornadoes and Flooding
A strong storm system in the Midwest region resulted in a string of over 130 tornadoes over the course of a few days. The storm damaged structures from Texas to Nebraska- even some highways had to close. Authorities are investigating the total deaths that can be attributed to the effects of the storm system. The region will continue to remain threatened by the storm through the week as flash flood warnings and high wind advisories have been issued throughout. 

This map depicts the locations of the tornadoes reported in the midwest. Click on the map to learn more.

Graphic Source: USA Today
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United States 
Meeting with Pacific Island Nations
On Tuesday, President Trump met with leaders of Pacific Island nations to “talk about areas of mutual interest between the Freely Associated States members and the United States.” President Tommy Remengesau of Palau, President Hilda Heine of the Marshall Islands and newly elected President David Panuelo of the Federated States of Micronesia attended the meeting. These nations are part of the 1986 Compact of Free Association (COFA) agreement, which allows US military access to the nations’ airspace and territorial waters in exchange for financial assistance. A statement issued by the White House highlights the importance of meeting with the nations to maintain vibrant maritime trade and develop an economic model that reduces vulnerabilities to fluctuating economies and natural disasters.  

This map depicts the countries whose leaders met with President Trump and their maritime boundaries. Click on the map to learn more.

Graphic Source: South China Morning Post
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Russia
Nord Stream 2
On Tuesday, Russia vowed to continue forward with the construction of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project, after US Energy Secretary Rick Perry stated the Trump administration may implement sanctions on companies building the pipeline. The pipeline will bring a steady stream of Russian gas directly into Germany via the Baltic Sea and will run alongside the already constructed Nord Stream. Officials estimate the $11 billion project will double the amount of gas entering Europe to about 110 billion cubic meters per year. 

This map depicts both the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 pipelines which runs from Russia to Germany. Click on the map to learn more.

Graphic Source: Times

             

Yesterday’s Answer

Q: What is the southern most capital in the world?

A: Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington is the capital and second largest city of New Zealand. Wellington became New Zealand’s capital in 1865 and is the windiest city in the world, thus the nickname “Windy Wellington.”

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Today’s Question

 

Q:  The Kasai River, the largest tributary of the Congo River, originates in what country? 

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