A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the Philippines has raised the seabed by up to 2 meters, exposing coral reefs and seagrass beds, and killing marine life. At least 61 people died and 40 are missing.
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (Amoc) is crucial for global climate regulation. Despite its importance, monitoring efforts are underfunded and threatened with discontinuation, particularly due to proposed budget cuts in the US. This lack of data hinders understanding and preparedness for potential climate shifts.
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (Amoc) is vital for global climate regulation. Despite its importance, monitoring efforts are underfunded and at risk of discontinuation, particularly due to proposed budget cuts in the US, leaving society unprepared for potential drastic climate shifts.
An earthquake in the Philippines has caused coastal uplift, raising the seabed by up to two meters and exposing marine life. The phenomenon, reported by locals, has extended shorelines and affected areas near the Cotabato Trench.
Labour Defence Secretary John Healey resigned Thursday, citing the Prime Minister's failure to adequately fund the defence budget. Healey publicly stated the PM's decisions put the country at risk, a move seen as a severe blow to the government's credibility and security record. The dispute stems from a commitment to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035, a promise made without securing the necessary funds.
The new comedy "Stop! That! Train!" stars drag queens Jujubee and Ginger Minj as stewardesses on a luxury train line. Directed by Adam Shankman, the film is a satire in the vein of "The Naked Gun" and "Airplane!" and aims for a wider audience beyond "RuPaul's Drag Race" fans.
Turkey's Meteorology General Directorate has issued warnings for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several regions, including Marmara, Aegean, Mediterranean, Central Anatolia, and Black Sea. Localized severe weather is expected in specific provinces, with potential for floods, landslides, and hail. Meteorologist Prof. Dr. Orhan Şen links these extreme events to climate change and predicts an increase in natural disasters this year.
US Democratic lawmakers met with Puerto Rican mayors to address concerns about slow recovery from hurricanes and earthquakes. They pledged to push for faster reimbursements and project approvals, citing issues with federal funding disbursement and FEMA staffing.
US Democratic lawmakers met with Puerto Rican mayors to address concerns about slow recovery from hurricanes and earthquakes. They pledged to expedite reimbursements and project approvals, citing issues with FEMA staffing and past policy delays. Despite billions allocated, significant funds remain undisbursed due to ongoing challenges.
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, killing 46 and leaving 38 missing. Officials credit years of disaster-preparedness drills for preventing a higher death toll, noting that timely evacuations and education on earthquake response played a crucial role. The quake also injured 688 and displaced over 45,000, damaging thousands of homes.
Texas Sen. John Cornyn predicts a "disaster" for the GOP in the midterms and warns Donald Trump he'll face "miserable two years" if Democrats win, citing Trump's intervention in his primary loss.
Thirty years ago, a counterterrorism training operation near Townsville turned into tragedy when two Black Hawk helicopters collided, killing 18 soldiers and injuring 12, leaving a lasting impact on survivors, rescuers, and the community.
SpaceX's first rocket launch nearly failed, but a last-ditch effort secured a historic breakthrough. Numerous successful launches have followed this initial struggle.
Artist Bettina Grossman, known as Bettina, lived reclusively in room 503 of NYC's Chelsea Hotel for 40 years, creating vast amounts of art. Her work is now gaining recognition.
An alliance of 52 Women's National League clubs has written to the FA opposing plans to add Women's Super League academy sides to the third tier, demanding a vote on the matter due to concerns over the consultation process and potential impact on established teams.
A large-scale emergency rescue drill was conducted in Yangyang, South Korea, simulating a small aircraft crash and fire at the Yangyang Cycle Stadium, which spread to a nearby mountain. The drill involved multiple agencies and focused on coordinated response to complex disasters.
Jincheon County Mayor-elect Kim Myung-sik and his transition team visited disaster prevention project sites, including natural disaster improvement zones and urban flood response projects, to check preparedness for heavy rains.
Experts analyze the Gwangju representative library collapse, which killed 4 workers, shares similarities with the 1994 Seongsu Bridge collapse, citing faulty welding and construction as primary causes for both disasters.
New Taipei City Fire Department visited the Tamkang Bridge Management Center to exchange views on bridge monitoring, accident reporting, and disaster response information integration. The visit aims to enhance cross-agency disaster preparedness and response capabilities for critical infrastructure.
A man in his 60s was sentenced to six months in prison for defaming victims of the 10.29 Itaewon disaster by falsely claiming they were murdered by a drug cartel. This is the first prison sentence for a case investigated by the police's 'Secondary Harm Criminal Investigation Division,' established by President Lee Jae-myung's directive.
One year after a fatal Air India crash killed 260 people, sole survivor Vishwash Kumar Ramesh is demanding honesty and transparency from investigators. He speaks of significant psychological scars and financial hardship, having lost his brother in the disaster.
A progressive advocacy group warns that proposed FEMA reforms could significantly raise the threshold for federal disaster declarations, making relief harder to access for survivors and shifting more burden to states and local governments.
Climate change is displacing millions globally, but the US, under Trump's immigration policies, offers no asylum for environmental hazards. Displaced individuals face closed doors and deportation, with advocates criticizing the administration's stance.
A Guardian analysis reveals Donald Trump's immigration crackdown targets people from countries most vulnerable to climate-driven disasters. Many of these nations face severe impacts from storms, floods, and droughts, yet face entry bans or visa pauses to the US.
