A 2.8 magnitude earthquake shook the Berkeley and Oakland areas, awakening residents and testing California's early warning systems. The USGS reports the quake struck at shallow depth near the Hayward Fault.
A significant seismic event has shaken the treacherous Drake Passage with multiple earthquakes detected near Chile and Antarctica. Get live updates and expert analysis on this developing geological situation.
Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, prompting urgent tsunami warnings and coastal evacuations across the region. The quake caused significant structural damage and power outages.
New research reveals alarming seismic activity along California's San Andreas Fault, with scientists warning that 'The Big One' could strike with devastating consequences. Discover the latest findings and what they mean for millions of residents.
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.1 magnitude struck off Japan's eastern coast near Tokyo, triggering tsunami warnings and shaking buildings across the capital.
Japan introduces controversial ¥1,000 tourist tax for all international visitors starting 2025. Discover how this new fee will affect Australian travellers and what it means for your next holiday to the Land of the Rising Sun.
A landmark case in Japan sees a restaurant owner take legal action against abusive customers, challenging the country's deep-rooted service culture where customer misconduct often goes unpunished.
A tourist has died after a brutal bear mauling in Japan's scenic Gifu prefecture, marking a rare fatal attack that has shocked the hiking community and prompted urgent safety warnings.
British Airways announces exciting new direct flights from London Heathrow to Kitakyushu, Japan starting April 2025, offering travellers unprecedented access to Kyushu's cultural treasures and natural wonders.
Shocking footage captures the dramatic scenes as motorists flee their cars during powerful Philippine earthquake that shook buildings and triggered panic across Manila.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.5 magnitude has struck the central Philippines, causing building collapses, power outages, and tragic loss of life across multiple provinces.
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake has rocked the central Philippines, causing significant damage and triggering emergency response efforts across the affected regions.
A terrifying new simulation shows a 48-storey Los Angeles skyscraper collapsing during a major earthquake, exposing critical flaws in modern steel-frame designs and raising urgent safety questions for cities worldwide.
A viral confrontation erupted on a Japanese train when an elderly man demanded a foreign YouTuber stop livestreaming, leading to a physical altercation and police involvement, raising questions about privacy and public etiquette.
A substantial earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale struck the San Francisco Bay Area, causing noticeable shaking and rattling residents. The tremor was felt across a wide region, with reports of items falling from shelves, though initial assessme
Forget overcrowded resorts. Japan's Noto Peninsula offers a breathtaking, unspoiled beach holiday with pristine coastlines, unique cultural experiences, and world-class seafood, now easier to visit than ever.
Australia's southeast was hit by two significant earthquakes within hours, with a 4.6 magnitude tremor felt across Melbourne and a second 3.5 quake striking shortly after, causing widespread shaking but no major damage.
In an unprecedented meteorological event, Japan's Shizuoka prefecture has been struck by the most powerful tornado in the nation's recorded history. The colossal F5 twister carved a path of destruction, causing widespread damage and multiple casualties, m