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Colombia, Ecuador hit by 7.4-magnitude earthquake
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, affecting neighboring Ecuador and causing injuries and significant damage to buildings in cities like Quibdo and Pereira.
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Over 6,000 still living in evacuation centers two weeks after Kumamoto quake
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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…
Man held for stealing air conditioner outdoor unit from evacuated home in Kumamoto Prefecture
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Man held for stealing air conditioner outdoor unit from evacuated home in Kumamoto Prefecture
A 47-year-old unemployed man from Amakusa City was arrested for stealing an air conditioner's outdoor unit from a home that had been left vacant after the residents evacuated due to the July 28 earthquake. The stolen unit is valued at 30,000 yen.
Claims of manmade quake spread online after southwestern Japan disaster
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Claims of manmade quake spread online after southwestern Japan disaster
Following a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan, claims that the disaster was manmade rapidly spread online, despite experts dismissing such theories as technologically and financially unrealistic.
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‘Artificial earthquake’ conspiracy theory sweeps Japan after Kumamoto disaster
A conspiracy theory claiming that a recent magnitude 7.1 earthquake in Japan was man-made has been spreading online, despite experts dismissing it as unrealistic.
Apparel firm requires staff to carry valuables after Kumamoto mall deaths
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Apparel firm requires staff to carry valuables after Kumamoto mall deaths
Japanese apparel group Onward Holdings Co said it will require store employees nationwide to carry essential personal items at all times, after three workers died retrieving such items in an Aeon mall explosion following last week's powerful earthquake in Kumamoto Prefect…
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6.3-magnitude earthquake hits off southern Philippines: USGS
A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said. The quake, which hit 32km southwest of the small island of Sarangani, did not trigger a tsunami warning.
8,000 Remain Evacuated 1 Week On From Kumamoto Quake as Heat Persists
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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…
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Japan’s Prime Minister Tours Quake-Hit Sites as Recovery Efforts Hampered by Soaring Temperatures
Japan's prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, visited the quake-hit Kumamoto prefecture, where recovery efforts are being hampered by heat and a lack of water supplies. Thirty-eight people died during the quake, including one person who died of apparent heatstroke.
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Japanese store worker, 22, dies after being told by employer to reenter earthquake-hit building to return sales proceeds
A 22-year-old Japanese store worker died after being ordered by her employer to reenter an earthquake-hit building to return sales proceeds. The incident occurred in Kumamoto, Japan, where a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck on July 28.
Video shows damage after Naples earthquake injures 26
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Video shows damage after Naples earthquake injures 26
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei volcanic area near Naples, Italy, injuring 26 people and causing damage, leading to the evacuation of around 300 residents. Officials are urging caution as seismic and volcanic activity continues in the region.
Takaichi meets victims, local leaders in quake-struck Kumamoto
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Takaichi meets victims, local leaders in quake-struck Kumamoto
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Kumamoto Prefecture to meet earthquake victims and local leaders, promising central government support for reconstruction after the magnitude 7.1 quake killed 38 and displaced over 9,200.
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Two workers killed in Aeon Mall blast after re-entering quake-hit Japan mall on boss' order
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
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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.
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5.2 magnitude quake strikes Suez, felt in 7 countries
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck northwest of Suez, Egypt, early Monday, with tremors felt across Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Cyprus, and the occupied Palestinian territories.
Extra budget may be compiled for Kumamoto quake
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Extra budget may be compiled for Kumamoto quake
Some officials of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration have floated the idea of compiling a second supplementary budget for fiscal 2026 in response to extensive damage caused by a massive earthquake that hit Kumamoto Prefecture last week.
Woman dies of apparent heatstroke while taking shelter in car in quake-hit area
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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 …
Japan ends rescue operation at mall that collapsed after strong quake
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Japan ends rescue operation at mall that collapsed after strong quake
Japanese authorities ended a massive search-and-rescue operation at a collapsed shopping mall in southwest Japan following a powerful earthquake that killed 34 people earlier this week.
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2.9-magnitude earthquake shakes Karachi
A 2.9-magnitude earthquake was recorded at 6:01pm on Friday, with its epicentre located within Karachi at a depth of 10 kilometres. No casualties or property damage were reported following the incident.
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Powerful 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Italy Near Naples
A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck southern Italy near Naples, causing no reported casualties or damage. The quake occurred in the Campania Volcanic Zone, a region known for its high volcanic activity.
Kumamoto showing early signs of quake recovery as transportation routes resume
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Kumamoto showing early signs of quake recovery as transportation routes resume
Kumamoto is showing early signs of quake recovery as major transportation routes disrupted by Tuesday's magnitude 7.1 earthquake resumed operations. The death toll inched up to at least 35.
Death toll from Japan's earthquake rises to 23 as vital 72-hour window for rescues enters critical phase
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Death toll from Japan's earthquake rises to 23 as vital 72-hour window for rescues enters critical phase
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Japan's southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto, killing at least 23 people and injuring 63. Rescue efforts are ongoing as the 72-hour window for rescues enters its critical phase.
No words. - Japan Today
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A rescue worker walks in front of AEON Mall, which was damaged by an explosion following an earthquake in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture on Wednesday.
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Japan earthquake: Survivors describe the shock of the 6.8-magnitude tremor
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
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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.
Taiwan expresses support for quake-hit Kumamoto
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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
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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.
Fault zone in Kumamoto responsible for a 2016 quake likely triggered latest temblor
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Fault zone in Kumamoto responsible for a 2016 quake likely triggered latest temblor
A magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, with experts believing the Hinagu fault zone, responsible for a 2016 quake, was likely behind the latest temblor.
Japan quake toll rises to 13 as rescuers haul people from collapsed mall
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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…
Japan earthquake shakes Kumamoto newsroom as staff shelter under desks
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Japan earthquake shakes Kumamoto newsroom as staff shelter under desks
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto in southwestern Japan, killing 13 people and injuring many others. Newsroom staff took cover as computer monitors and hanging signs shook violently.