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The tragedy is Spain's worst flood-related disaster in modern history, and meteorologists say.

Authorities are counting the cost of disaster and questioning whether rapid development of tourism industry was to blame for the tragedy.

The concerts in Vienna this week were cancelled after the government confirmed a planned attack at the stadium, the organizer announced.

Police said the remand period will not be extended and the suspect is released on police bail pending decision of DPP.

The Malaysian government remains steadfast and committed to continuing the ongoing legal action against those responsible for the tragedy.

A total of 118 people are still being treated in hospitals in the district and nearby areas, a government official said.

14 Navy personnel from the Lumut Base made up the funeral guard of honour as a final tribute to the late Lieutenant T. Sivasutan.

Senior Seaman Joanna Felicia Rohna was buried today with military honours at the Kampung Engkaroh Christian cemetery.

The burial rites, carried out according to TLDM tradition, took place at the Kampung Engkaroh Tebakang Christian cemetery.

The funeral prayers and final respects for eight of the 10 victims of the helicopter crash was carried out at the 23rd Malay Royal Regiment.

Datuk Seri Dr. Zambry Abd Kadir announces RM1,000 in financial aid to 21 children affected and exemption from university fees.

The ceremony will be held at the 23rd Royal Malay Regiment Camp before the bodies are handed over to the families.

The Perak government will assess the form of assistance to be extended to three victims from Perak.

The heart-wrenching tragedy marks the worst helicopter crash in the country since nine years ago.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the tragedy had deeply affected the Malaysian Armed Forces family and was a great loss for the country.