Global Update Preview: Explosion at Indian Pharmaceutical Factory Kills 36
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July 1, 2025, 2:08 p.m. Eastern time

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Workers in orange vests and hard hats tour a scene of twisted metal and charred concrete.

Explosion at Indian Pharmaceutical Factory Kills 36

It was not immediately clear what led to the blast at a factory near Hyderabad, but officials said initial clues suggested a pressure buildup in a dryer system.

Places mentioned: India

As the sun rises, workers dig and till a field.

How the Hottest Place in India Survives

It’s 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), and it’s only 10 a.m. Welcome to Sri Ganganagar.

Places mentioned: India

A view of a sailing ship smashing into the Brooklyn Bridge at night, with tugboats nearby.

How the Brooklyn Bridge Ship Disaster Unfolded

An initial report from the National Transportation Safety Board described the moments before a Mexican Navy ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge.

Places mentioned: Mexico

The Prada Sandal That Led to Cries of Cultural Theft in India

An uproar over a shoe that resembles leather footwear worn by many Indians shows a growing sense that the country should be recognized for its products that collect fame internationally.

Places mentioned: India

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