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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
Melbourne's Historic Fountain Vandalised in Graffiti Attack
Melbourne's cherished Hochgurtel Fountain, a gift from its sister city Vienna, has been defaced by vandals in a shocking act of graffiti, sparking outrage and a council cleanup operation.
Melbourne double stabbing: Seven teenagers arrested after two die
Seven teenagers have been taken into custody following a brutal double stabbing that claimed the lives of two youths in Melbourne's northwest, as police launch a major investigation into the tragic incident.
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'.
Melbourne Machete Attacker Released on Bail
Exclusive: Outrage erupts in Melbourne as a man accused of a terrifying daylight machete attack is released on bail, sparking a fierce debate on Australia's immigration and justice systems.
Two teenagers fatally stabbed in Melbourne daylight attack
A horrific stabbing in Melbourne's western suburbs has claimed the lives of two teenage boys, with a third youth fighting for his life in hospital as police launch a major investigation.
Teen Brothers Identified in Cobblebank Stabbing Tragedy
Exclusive details emerge as two teenage brothers, Jett and Slade O'Donoghue, are named as victims in a devastating stabbing incident in Cobblebank, Melbourne. Community reels as a 15-year-old boy is charged with murder.
Werribee Horror: Masked Gang Fires Shot in Home Invasion
A quiet Werribee street became a crime scene after a brazen, targeted home invasion. Masked assailants fired shots and assaulted a resident before fleeing, leaving a community in shock. Police are investigating links to organised crime.
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.
Melbourne Property Prices Surge in Biggest Jump for 14 Years
Defying Australia's cost-of-living crisis, Melbourne's property market has staged a stunning comeback, recording its strongest quarterly growth in 14 years. Exclusive data reveals the suburbs leading the charge and why experts predict the boom is far from
Noni Hazlehurst Stuns in Gritty 'The Lark' Revival
Veteran Australian actress Noni Hazlehurst delivers a powerhouse performance in Jean Anouilh's 'The Lark', a poignant and timely exploration of faith, resistance, and integrity in a new Melbourne production.
Melbourne's 'King of St Kilda' killed in tragic hit-and-run
The Melbourne community is in mourning after the tragic death of local icon Jack Davey, known as the 'King of St Kilda', following a devastating hit-and-run incident. Tributes pour in for the beloved figure.