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Geopolitics

Earthquake of 4.2 magnitude hits western Nepal

Indian Express – World · India

- A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck western Nepal at 4:40 am, per NEMRC. - Epicenter near Kotdewal, Bajhang, 900 km west of Kathmandu. - Tremors felt in ne…

Geopolitics

The Teenage Boys In Search of Their Mother After the Venezuela Earthquake

The New York Times – World · US

After Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes, Winder and Deivi Delfín dug every day for 26 days to find the bodies of their mother, brother and grandmother.

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquakes death toll rises to 5,278

The Hindu – World · India

National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Telegram the death toll from the quakes reached at least 5,278, while the number reported injured remained …

Geopolitics

In Venezuela’s Rubble, a Search for the Family Pets

The New York Times – World · US

Volunteers are reuniting pets with families, offering Venezuelans comfort amid loss and devastation.

Geopolitics

Earthquake in Peru Kills 6 and Displaces Hundreds

The New York Times – World · US

Peru is prone to frequent quakes, but the 5.5-magnitude temblor was the biggest to strike the central highlands area in more than 50 years.

Geopolitics

Twin earthquakes strike Peru killing at least five

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Peruvian authorities say the magnitude 5.1 and 3.7 quakes were in the mountainous Junin region east of Lima.

Geopolitics

At least 6 dead, 21 injured after 2 earthquakes hit Peru

South China Morning Post – World · China

At least six people were killed and 21 injured after two earthquakes struck a mountainous region of Peru, the country’s civil defence chief said ‌on Sunday. Th…

Geopolitics

Earthquake in Peru leaves at least six dead

The Guardian – World · Europe

More than 30 injured and 300 displaced after buildings collapse near SicayaA 5.5-magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six peop…

Geopolitics

Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 strikes central Peru, EMSC says

The Hindu – World · India

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake hits central Peru, prompting safety concerns

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 5,000 as IMF releases funds

The Hindu – World · India

The disasters killed 5,069 people, National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez posted on Telegram, with most casualties occurring in the coastal region.

Geopolitics

Magnitude 5.0 earthquake hits southeastern Turkiye: disaster agency

The Hindu – World · India

Turkiye is crisscrossed by several geological fault lines that have previously caused catastrophes in the country.

Geopolitics

Scientists find record ‘invisible gold’ forming in underwater volcano off Japan

Times of India – World · India

Japanese researchers found vast invisible gold deposits near Higashi-Aogashima caldera. This gold is locked within pyrite minerals on the seafloor. These hydro…

Geopolitics

7.3-Magnitude Earthquake Off Coast of Mexico and Guatemala Poses Tsunami Threat

The New York Times – World · US

A powerful earthquake near the border of Mexico and Guatemala raised fears of a tsunami and shook buildings across three countries.

Geopolitics

Strong quake off Mexican coast rattles Guatemala and El Salvador

South China Morning Post – World · China

A powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Mexico’s southernmost state of Chiapas on Friday, shaking buildings as far away as Guatemala and El…

Geopolitics

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake quake strikes off Mexico coast

BBC News – World · Europe

The US Tsunami Warning Center has recorded waves 0.3m (1.1 feet) high in Puerto Madero and Chiapas in Mexico after the quake.

Geopolitics

Watch: Deadly landslide strikes China, dozens remain missing

Times of India – World · India

- Rain-triggered landslide in Chongqing's municipality buried residential buildings. - At least 8 dead, 34 missing after disaster struck southwest China. -…

Geopolitics

Mexico earthquake: 7.4 magnitude quake rocks Guatemala, El Salvador

Indian Express – World · India

- A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck near Mexico’s Puerto Madero, triggering a tsunami warning for coastal areas within 300 km. - Tremors were felt in Guatema…

Geopolitics

Venezuela Earthquakes Force a Grim Homecoming for Migrants

The New York Times – World · US

Mass migration, which defines modern Venezuela, has heavily marked the earthquake, too, saving many who had left, but also making their grief harder.

Geopolitics

‘We are waiting with bated breath’: gathering El Niño could be the strongest on record, BoM says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Most Australian capital cities have at least 80% chance of unusually warm and dry spring as climatologists watch developing system with increasing alarmFollow …

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The UN estimates 50,000 are missing, with many more feared dead under the rubble as the focus shifts to rebuilding.

Geopolitics

5.9 magnitude earthquake hits New Zealand, tsunami alert issued

Indian Express – World · India

- A 6.3 magnitude earthquake near Fiordland triggered a tsunami warning, later downgraded to an advisory after magnitude was revised to 5.9. - USGS and GFZ c…

Geopolitics

Revealed: Bucharest tourists hiring rentals that could collapse in an earthquake

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: More than 200 illegal holiday properties found in buildings at the highest level of seismic riskTourists in the Romanian capital, Bucharest, are sta…

Geopolitics

‘Gus’ the T. rex fetches record US$50.1 million at US auction

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton nicknamed “Gus” sold on Tuesday for US$50.1 million at Sotheby’s in New York, making it the most valuable dinosaur fossil bought a…

Geopolitics

Scientists may have solved 252 mn-year-old mystery behind Earth's greatest mass extinction

Times of India – World · India

A new study reveals metabolism's role in Earth's greatest marine extinction event. Organisms' oxygen use and energy generation dictated survival during this a…

Geopolitics

Chinese geologists question safety of Brahmaputra Mega-Dam in Tibet being built over active seismic fault line

The Hindu – World · India

China formally began construction of the $167.8-billion dam on the Brahmaputra in Tibet last July

Tech & Startups

Dimming the Sun Would Help Lower the Risks of El Niño

Wired · Global

As worries about a growing super El Niño mount, new findings suggest a radical solution to mitigating its impacts.

Geopolitics

China dam collapse: hundreds evacuated after typhoon rains breach Guangxi reservoir

South China Morning Post – World · China

Floodwater breached a reservoir in southern China and threatened others, as heavy rain pounded the region, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people in the …

Geopolitics

Typhoon Bavi Pounds Guam and Northern Mariana Islands

The New York Times – World · US

There was an island-wide power outage on Saipan, the capital of the Northern Mariana Islands, as the Category 5 storm approached.

Geopolitics

See How Europe’s Heat Waves Melted the Alps’ Glaciers

The New York Times – World · US

The snowfall from last winter disappeared a month sooner than usual, after two early hot spells. Huge volumes of exposed ice are now starting to vanish.

Geopolitics

Tsunami from Japan megaquake could destroy 2 million cars: survey

South China Morning Post – World · China

More than 2 million cars could be damaged by tsunami waves in the event of a megaquake along the Nankai Trough off Japan’s Pacific coast, according to a survey…

Geopolitics

Venezuela: Death toll nears 2,000 as rescue hopes fade

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

After the earthquakes, almost 2,000 people are confirmed dead, and about 43,000 remain missing. Aid agencies warn of worsening hunger and disease amid an overw…

Geopolitics

Aid Workers in Venezuela Fear Disease Outbreaks After Twin Quakes

The New York Times – World · US

Health care workers worry that illnesses like cholera could spread in areas where clean water was already in short supply, and last week’s earthquakes destroye…

Geopolitics

Shortages of Rescue Equipment Hampered Venezuela’s Earthquake Response

The New York Times – World · US

Residents appealed for excavators, generators and specialized rescue tools as civilians have stepped in to supply crews working through the rubble.

Geopolitics

Strong aftershock terrifies Venezuelans days after devastating twin quakes

The Guardian – World · Europe

Caracas and La Guaira affected by 4.6-magnitude tremor as death toll passes 1,700 and humanitarian crisis growsA strong aftershock has rattled northern Venezue…

Geopolitics

Aftershock hits Caracas during critical hours for Venezuela rescue efforts

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Tens of thousands remain missing after the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last week

Geopolitics

Fire and floods hit Ghana’s capital as residents are left stranded

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A massive fire engulfed a rubber factory in Ghana’s capital, Accra, as severe flooding swamped parts of the city.

Geopolitics

Search teams rescued 33 people from the rubble on Saturday.

The New York Times – World · US

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • **Chaos and delays hinder rescue efforts**: Emergency responders struggle to navigate chaotic roa…

Geopolitics

Venezuelan earthquake death toll rises amid increasingly dire search

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has reached 1,430, with an estimated 51,000 people still missing.

Geopolitics

Another powerful magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits near Venezuela

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The latest quake comes as rescuers are still searching for survivors of the twin 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes on Wednesday.

Geopolitics

Venezuela Live Updates: Trump’s Vow to ‘Run’ Venezuela Is Tested After Quakes

The New York Times – World · US

The U.S. dispatched hundreds of rescue workers to help the Venezuelan government, as the injured overwhelmed hospitals and the death toll rose to 920. The Pen…

Geopolitics

Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as families desperate for news

BBC News – World · Europe

Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as international rescue teams start to arrive.

Geopolitics

Survivors in quake-hit La Guaira tell of loss and rescue.

The New York Times – World · US

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The US has dispatched hundreds of rescue workers and military personnel to Venezuela after a deva…

Geopolitics

Aid official says groups are mobilizing to provide shelter and water to quake victims.

The New York Times – World · US

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • At least 235 people were killed and over 4,300 injured in back-to-back earthquakes that hit Ven…

Geopolitics

Venezuela quake leaves La Guaira in almost total devastation

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

La Guaira, the region hardest hit by two earthquakes in Venezuela, has been left devastated.

Geopolitics

How to help victims of the Venezuela earthquakes.

The New York Times – World · US

Here’s how to contribute to organizations that are aiding the rescue and recovery efforts in Venezuela.

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