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At least 12 people killed in a Polish tourist bus crash in Hungary
A Polish tourist bus overturned on a motorway in north-east Hungary, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people and serious injuries to several others.
Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, leaving hundreds dead or missing. Hopes of finding survivors are dwindling as more bodies are pulled from buildings.
Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia, killing at least 20
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores Island, killing at least 20 people and injuring six. A tsunami warning was issued but later lifted, though aftershocks continue to be reported across several regencies.
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 14 people and injuring many more, according to the nation's disaster mitigation agency.
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and causing panic in a region prone to deadly quakes. Authorities issued a tsunami warning but later lifted it when monitoring showed no significant sea-level changes.
Powerful quake off Indonesia kills 20, sparks mass evacuations
A powerful earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing. Rescue officials combed through debris for survivors.
Flooding in Chiba Prefecture Leaves 8 Dead, Paralyzes Transportation
Heavy rain pounded eastern Japan, leaving at least eight people dead and paralyzing transportation in Chiba Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued the highest downpour warning of Level 5 in more than one-third of the municipalities in Chiba Prefecture near Tokyo.
Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort
A powerful earthquake in Colombia has left hundreds missing, with rescue efforts shifting from search-and-rescue to debris removal. The likelihood of finding survivors is dwindling, but crews continue to search for missing people.
Survivors of the 1999 earthquake in Colombia are reliving a nightmare after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the same region, killing at least 281 people and trapping hundreds under debris. Jahir Rodríguez, a 68-year-old retired urban planner, has gained valuable …
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed at least 265 people and injured 3,500, with rescue efforts racing against a critical 72-hour window for survivors.
Zimbabwe: Over 40 Dead in Lake Kariba Boat Sinking
At least 44 people died when a government ferry sank on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe. 77 were rescued, but the boat was overloaded, carrying more than its 90-person capacity.
Over 6,000 still living in evacuation centers two weeks after Kumamoto quake
A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture almost two weeks ago, leaving over 6,000 people living in evacuation centers. The number of deaths has been confirmed at 39, with 24 people suffering serious injuries. The prefecture is expected to experience high temperatur…
Typhoon lashes southern Okinawa
Typhoon No. 13 lashed Japan's southern Okinawa Prefecture on Saturday, injuring five people and cutting power to 14,000 buildings. The storm was about 160 km northwest of Kume Island in Okinawa as of 12 noon, moving northwest at 15 kph.
Madagascar: Fire devastates a large part of Bazary Kely, one of Tamatave's main markets
A major fire ravaged a significant portion of Bazary Kely, a key market in Tamatave, Madagascar, resulting in one fatality and devastating the livelihoods of approximately 3,500 traders. The incident occurred in a city already struggling from a recent cyclone.
8,000 Remain Evacuated 1 Week On From Kumamoto Quake as Heat Persists
A week after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, over 8,000 people remain in evacuation shelters due to water outages and extreme heat. The government has approved 24.2 billion yen for support measures, including restoring highway bridges and delivering…
Gov't to use over ¥20 bil from reserve funds to support quake-hit area
Japanese government to tap over ¥20 billion from reserve funds to support areas hit by a massive earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited the area and exchanged views with Gov. Takashi Kimura.
Three wildfires in Spokane, WA have destroyed more than 700 structures and forced tens of thousands to flee to safety.
Two workers who died in a shopping mall explosion that followed a powerful earthquake in Japan last week were asked by a boss to re-enter the building to secure cash.
2 women who died in Aeon mall blast were told to return inside by employer
Two women who died in an explosion at an Aeon shopping mall following a powerful earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture last week were instructed by their employer to return inside to put sales proceeds in a safe, the company said.
Five Dead in Indonesia Ferry Fire with Over 200 Passengers
A ferry fire in Indonesia's East Java province has killed at least five people, with 41 still missing, after the Mutiara Sentosa 2 caught fire with over 200 passengers aboard. Rescue operations are ongoing, but the cause of the blaze remains unknown.
At least five people have died and 41 remain missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia's Madura Island. Search and rescue operations are ongoing as authorities investigate the incident.
Woman dies of apparent heatstroke while taking shelter in car in quake-hit area
An elderly woman who developed heatstroke while taking shelter in a car is the latest fatality from a powerful earthquake that struck Japan's southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto last week, officials said Sunday as concerns over heat-related illnesses grow in an area that …
Wildfires in Greece force evacuations, with over 5,000 hectares burned.
A powerful earthquake has struck Japan's southwestern city of Yatsushiro, killing at least 13 people and leaving dozens trapped in a shopping mall. Survivors describe the shock and horror of the 6.8-magnitude tremor, which has caused widespread damage and power outages.
Kumamoto Prefecture gripped by massive economic fallout after earthquake
A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, causing widespread disruption to regional economic activity, damaging commercial facilities and factories, and impacting logistics.
A powerful earthquake in southern Japan has killed at least 13 people, prompting a desperate search for survivors amidst widespread devastation and an explosion at a shopping center.
Taiwan expresses support for quake-hit Kumamoto
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has offered condolences and pledged assistance following Tuesday's earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture. Taiwanese officials and politicians were among the first to express their support and voice their concern for their island neighbor.
Rescuers search for survivors after powerful quake kills 13
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, killing at least 13 people and causing widespread damage. Rescuers are searching for survivors trapped in the wreckage.
Japan quake toll rises to 13 as rescuers haul people from collapsed mall
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan, killing at least 13 people, knocking out power to thousands of homes, and rupturing roads across the region. Rescuers are frantically searching for survivors, with eight people pulled from the rubble of a partially collaps…
At least 13 people have been killed in southwestern Japan after a magnitude-7.1 earthquake, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Wednesday, as rescuers searched for survivors of collapses at a shopping mall and a paper mill.