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Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Panama, damaging buildings

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Powerful 7.4 quake hits Indonesia’s Molucca Sea, tsunami alert lifted

Indonesia was struck by a powerful 7.4‑magnitude earthquake early on 2 April in the Molucca Sea, off Ternate in North Maluku, killing at least one person and briefly triggering a tsunami warning.

Japan

Fukushima reflects on recovery 15 years after nuclear plant disaster

On 11 March 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck northeastern Japan, triggering a tsunami that devastated coastal communities in Tohoku and caused the Fukushima nuclear plant disaster. Fifteen years on, rebuilding continues.

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Rare ice ridges appear along Baltic Sea coast, drawing scientists' attention

An extremely rare weather phenomenon called toros has appeared along the Baltic Sea coast, drawing attention from residents and scientists.

Japan

Restart of world's biggest nuclear plant paused, Japan's TEPCO says

The restart, initially scheduled for Tuesday, had been pushed back after another technical issue related to the control rods' removal was detected last weekend.

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Powerful 6.2 earthquake hits Japan's Shimane Prefecture

A strong 6.2 quake hit Shimane Prefecture, Japan, shaking nearby areas but causing no injuries or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami risk or nuclear plant issues.

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Japan evaluates impact after 7.5 offshore earthquake near Aomori

Japan is assessing damage and monitoring aftershocks after a 7.5 magnitude offshore earthquake caused minor injuries and light structural impacts.

Japan

Magnitude 7.5 earthquake strikes off Japan's northern coast

Nuclear power plants in the region conducted safety checks, public broadcaster NHK said.

Japan

Strong 6.9-magnitude quake hits Japan, tsunami advisory cancelled

The quake that hit northern Japan on Sunday caused temporary power outages and train delays. No injuries or damage were reported, and a tsunami advisory was cancelled.

Philippines

Powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off southern Philippines

At least two people have died in a powerful 7.4 earthquake that struck the south east coast of the Philippines on Friday. Authorities had initially issued evacuation warnings following tsunami threats; however, these have now been lifted.

Chile

Chile, New Zealand renew tsunami warnings as risk fades in most places

The danger from Wednesday's 8.8 magnitude earthquake appeared to be subsiding in most places, but Chile kept alerts at the highest level for most of its lengthy Pacific coast while New Zealand renewed a warning to avoid the water.

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Tsunami warnings lifted in Japan and US but Chile remains on alert

Tsunami alerts were issued across the Pacific after waves followed a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s remote Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday.

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Tsunami waves reach Japan and Hawaii after 8.8 quake off Russia

Tsunami waves reached coastal areas of Japan, Russia and Hawaii on Wednesday after a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula.

Russia

Watch the video: Several injured in Russia after massive earthquake

Several people were injured after one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck off of Russia's Kamchatka coast. Local officials said all those who were hurt are in a stable condition.

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Russia’s Far East rocked by major quake, tsunami alerts issued

One of the strongest earthquakes in decades struck Russia’s Far East on Wednesday, sending tsunami waves across the Pacific and forcing evacuations in several affected regions.

Travel News

Flights cancelled and evacuations ordered following 8.8 earthquake

The earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings for several countries, including Japan and parts of the US.

Japan

Watch: High waves hit Japan after Russia earthquake triggers tsunami

Nearly 2 million people were asked to evacuate on Wednesday as Japanese authorities warned that waves could remain high for at least a day.