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DOJ Launches Civil Rights Probe into Anchorage Police
The US Department of Justice has initiated a sweeping civil investigation into the Anchorage Police Department, examining use of force, mental health responses, and policing of vulnerable communities.
LA Skyscraper Collapse Simulation Reveals Earthquake Risk
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.
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near New York City
A significant 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck near New York City, sending tremors across the densely populated Northeast US. The rare seismic event caused brief panic but initial reports indicate minimal damage.
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes San Francisco Bay Area
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
Major Tsunami Alert After 7.5 Russia Earthquake
A significant 7.5 magnitude earthquake off Russia's east coast has triggered an international tsunami alert, with warnings issued for Hawaii, Japan, and across the Pacific basin. Authorities are urging coastal residents to seek higher ground immediately.
Rare earthquake detected in Scottish Borders
A rare earth tremor with a magnitude of 1.9 was detected by the British Geological Survey near the village of African in the Scottish Borders, causing a stir amongst locals and scientists.
Double Earthquake Strikes Australia Within Hours
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.
Russia 7.5 Quake Triggers Pacific Tsunami Alert
A major 7.5 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Far East coast has triggered urgent tsunami warnings for the region, with alerts issued for Hawaii and wider Pacific areas. Authorities are urging immediate coastal evacuation.
Taliban's Female Aid Worker Ban Hinders Quake Relief
A major earthquake in Afghanistan has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with the Taliban's prohibition on women aid workers critically obstructing UN and NGO efforts to deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable survivors.
‘The Big One’ Looms: Scientists Warn of Imminent Mega-Quake
Geologists issue a dire warning: the Pacific Northwest is critically unprepared for a catastrophic 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami, a disaster they confirm is a matter of 'when', not 'if'.
Taliban Abandons Women to Die in Quake Rubble
Exclusive report reveals the Taliban's brutal neglect as they block aid and leave women to perish following devastating earthquakes in western Afghanistan, in a stark violation of human rights.
US's New Madrid Fault 'Overdue' for Catastrophic Quake
Geologists issue a stark warning that the New Madrid Seismic Zone, a massive fault line in the US heartland, is overdue for a potentially devastating earthquake that could reshape the landscape and affect millions.
Afghanistan Quake Death Toll Hits 900 - Taliban Pleads for Aid
A devastating 6.1 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed over 900 people, with the Taliban government issuing a rare appeal for international assistance as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan Quake: Over 2,400 Dead, Taliban Plead for Aid
A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake strikes western Afghanistan, killing over 2,400 and leaving villages in ruins. The Taliban government appeals for urgent international aid amidst a growing humanitarian catastrophe.
Afghanistan Earthquake: Taliban Appeals for International Aid
A devastating 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan, prompting a rare international aid appeal from the Taliban government as rescue teams battle to find survivors amidst widespread destruction.
Doctor Films Hospital Shaking in Afghanistan Aftershock
A brave doctor in Afghanistan captured the harrowing moment a powerful 6.3 magnitude aftershock violently shook a hospital, just days after a devastating earthquake killed over 2,000 people.
Major Earthquake Strikes Eastern Afghanistan
A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan near Jalalabad and the Kunar province, with tremors felt across South Asia. Reports confirm significant casualties and widespread damage.