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Nepal marked a national day of mourning for flash flood victims, with half-mast flags and candle vigils as rescue teams continued searching flood-hit valleys along the Nepal–Tibet border; the death toll stood at 1,287 with more than 5,000 missing, and government programs were paused while operations focused on ground, air, and tunnel rescues at hydropower sites, including a 64-year-old woman who was rescued after more than 10 days.
Nepal lowered flags to half-mast in mourning for about 1,300 flood victims, with rescue teams pulling two Nepalese workers from a plant on Friday and a Chinese national from the facility on Saturday as operations continued.
After floods and landslides kill more than 1,200 and leave over 4,000 missing, families without their loved ones’ remains hold symbolic cremations at Kathmandu’s Pashupatinath Temple along the Bagmati River, burning kusa-grass effigies on miniature funeral pyres as authorities carry out mass burials to prevent disease and collect DNA and photos to aid later identification.
Norway's newly crowned king takes his oath as his late father, King Harald V, lies in state at the Royal Palace, marking a key early step in his reign amid national mourning.
Norway observes a national mourning period after King Harald V’s death as his son, King Haakon VIII, delivers a televised tribute, pledges to serve the country and uphold democracy, and prepares for an oath and forthcoming funeral arrangements amid widespread public tributes.
Norway’s new king Haakon delivered an emotional first national address paying tribute to his late father Harald V, noting the personal loss on what would have Harald’s wedding anniversary, and urging unity as the country enters mourning. He said he would stand by the public and uphold his father’s values, while preparing to swear an oath in Parliament and participate in a simplified consecration service, despite a royal-era of controversy and a dip in monarchist support. The royal family has faced scrutiny this year, with ongoing public condolences outside the palace and a national period of mourning declared alongside expectations of difficult days ahead.
After Dolly Parton’s death, Allie Colleen Brooks shared her greatest fear—seeing the world mourn her father, Garth Brooks, in a way she never understood—on Instagram, as fans’ reactions ranged from support to backlash while tributes poured in from countless celebrities.
Tens of thousands gathered in Oslo to mourn King Harald V after his death at 89, as Crown Prince Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII and prepares to address Norwegians; condolence books and candlelight vigils spread nationwide, the coffin arrived at the palace, and a funeral date has not yet been set, signaling a largely symbolic but momentous transition for the royal family.
Norway declares national mourning after King Harald V dies at 89, ending a 35-year reign; his son Haakon VIII ascends immediately and will swear in before Parliament, with Norwegians laying flowers and remembering Harald as a unifying, reform-minded leader amid a modernizing monarchy; a funeral date has yet to be announced and the country flies flags at half-mast.
Norway mourns the death of King Harald V, 89, after 35 years on the throne, as his son Haakon VIII becomes monarch. Thousands line Oslo streets for tributes, a nationwide mourning period is declared with flags at half-mast, and Harald’s coffin is moved in procession toward the royal palace. Haakon vows to uphold the royal motto ‘All for Norway,’ will take an oath before parliament, and Ingrid Alexandra remains next in line, with the royal family facing past year’s health and scandal challenges while aiming to steady the monarchy.
Thousands of mourners gathered at Dollywood to pay tribute to Dolly Parton after her death at 80 from cancer, with fans arriving in sequined outfits and leaving flowers and notes at a memorial wall, as park leaders vowed to carry forward her legacy and celebrate her impact on Appalachia and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
A magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, killing hundreds, injuring about 2,595 and leaving thousands officially missing (civilian databases suggest up to ~4,000). The disaster prompted three days of national mourning, a state of emergency, and a race to rescue survivors as aftershocks continue and hospitals strain; international aid from the United States, European Union, Mexico and El Salvador is arriving to assist.
Massive crowds filled Tehran's Grand Mosalla for the start of the dayslong funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaling the regime's display of resilience as mourners from across the country attend.
Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, the eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, died at 47 after nearly four years in a coma following a heart condition. The royal palace said her health deteriorated due to complications including an intra‑abdominal infection, colitis and other issues. A lawyer and former diplomat, she had served as Thailand’s ambassador to Austria, Slovenia and Slovakia and was known for public work on prisoners’ rights. The palace will hold royal funeral rites and a national mourning period will be observed; this is a developing story.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch dies at 41, prompting a Facebook tribute from Greg Biffle’s family that honors their friendship, calls Busch larger than life, and extends condolences and support to Busch’s wife and children as the racing community mourns.