A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit Tajikistan on Thursday morning at a depth of 122 km. This follows a 4.0 magnitude quake on June 21. Tajikistan is highly prone to natural disasters, exacerbated by climate change.
Venezuela experiences two more earthquakes (4.7 and 4.8 magnitude) off its northern coast, as the death toll from Wednesday's twin earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) increases to 1,430, with over 3,200 injured and 50,000 missing.
A 5.9-6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan on Saturday, causing panic but no immediate damage or casualties, with its epicentre in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region.
The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 920, with hundreds still missing. International rescue teams are en route, while the opposition has launched a website tracking over 58,000 unaccounted for.
Two powerful earthquakes, a 7.2 and a 7.5 magnitude, struck Venezuela west of Caracas, causing extensive damage and killing 235 people. The capital's vulnerability is attributed to its location in a sedimentary basin, buildings not designed for tremors, and informal housing on insecure ground.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake in California, a 7.2-magnitude quake in Japan, and two powerful tremors in Venezuela occurred within hours. Experts deny a global link, citing coincidence, but confirm the Venezuela quakes were related, with 188 confirmed dead.
Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez, declared a state of emergency after two powerful earthquakes (M7.2 and M7.5) killed at least 164 people and injured 971. The quakes caused widespread destruction, particularly in Caracas and La Guaira, with dozens of buildings collapsing. International aid offers have been made.
A powerful earthquake with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on June 24, killing 32 people and injuring 700. The tremors caused widespread building collapses, infrastructure damage, and internet disruptions, leading authorities to declare a state of emergency and prompting international aid offers.
Seven earthquakes struck the Black Sea off the coast of Crimea near Sevastopol on June 22. Two tremors were felt, with magnitudes of 3.7 and 4.4. Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev urged calm, stating seismic activity is normal for the region, and no damage was reported.
Scotland prepares for a World Cup return, aiming to overcome a historical pattern of failure. Despite past disappointments, a win against Haiti is seen as crucial for progression, with players and management focused on the present opportunity to create history.
Spain faces a critical juncture in harnessing AI for its youth. Despite high education levels, youth unemployment persists. A national strategy focusing on AI research, workforce preparedness through public-private partnerships, and a supportive regulatory environment is crucial to unlock economic potential and ensure opportunities for the next generation.
A small but significant number of Republican lawmakers are voting against Donald Trump's priorities, showing rare signs of independent thought. Recent actions include a House vote to limit war powers against Iran and Senate efforts to block a controversial fund, highlighting growing unease about executive power.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake hit Guangxi, China, killing 2, injuring 4, and leaving 1 missing. Over 7,000 residents were evacuated after buildings were damaged, disrupting power and transport services.
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck southern Hokkaido, Japan, at 5:23am on April 27, 2026, at a depth of 83km. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued no tsunami warning but warned of increased landslide risks and high probability of similar quakes in the coming week. This follows a magnitude 5.0 earthquake hours earlier in the sea south of Hokkaido and a 7.7 quake off Iwate prefecture last Monday.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Kamjong district in Manipur on April 21, 2026 at 5:59 am, with tremors felt across the region at a depth of 62 km. The National Center for Seismology reported the quake's epicenter at latitude 24.703°N and longitude 94.415°E. No loss of life or major damage has been reported. Meanwhile, Uttarakhand experienced a 3.0 magnitude earthquake in Pauri Garhwal on April 20, 2026.
