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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.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake and relentless aftershocks have devastated western Afghanistan, killing more than 2,400 people and flattening entire villages in one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recent history.

05/09/2025 03:35

Australia's Climate and Disaster Preparedness Overhaul

Exclusive interview with Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain on Australia's ambitious new climate targets and the critical reforms to national disaster preparedness.

A devastating third earthquake has hit western Afghanistan, compounding a humanitarian catastrophe as rescue teams struggle to reach remote villages. The death toll is feared to be in the thousands.

04/09/2025 18:02

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a previous quake devastated the same region. The death toll has soared past 2,000, with rescue efforts hampered by remote terrain and damaged infrastructure.

04/09/2025 16:24

Ebola Outbreak: UK on High Alert as Virus Resurfaces

Health authorities issue urgent warning as a new Ebola outbreak emerges in Central Africa. Learn the critical symptoms, transmission risks, and why UK vigilance is paramount.

A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming over 2,200 lives and flattening entire villages. Rescue efforts continue amidst rubble and aftershocks.

04/09/2025 10:25

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.

Distressing new footage emerges from remote Afghan villages, showing desperate residents using their bare hands to dig for survivors after a devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake. The Independent reports on the unfolding humanitarian crisis.

02/09/2025 06:02

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.

US Health Agencies in Crisis: Political Turmoil Threatens Safety

Exclusive investigation reveals how political interference, budget cuts, and a brain drain of top scientists are pushing American health agencies toward collapse, risking future pandemic responses.

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.

Exclusive eyewitness accounts reveal the devastating aftermath of Afghanistan's catastrophic earthquake, with entire villages flattened and desperate rescue efforts underway amid Taliban-led response.

01/09/2025 11:13

Gates Foundation invests $40m in African vaccine production

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announces a major $40m investment in Nigerian and Senegalese vaccine production, aiming to boost Africa's pharmaceutical sovereignty and pandemic resilience.

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.

Exclusive footage reveals the devastating aftermath of a major earthquake in Afghanistan, with rescue teams battling against time to find survivors amidst collapsed buildings and remote terrain.

01/09/2025 06:47

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.

Dramatic footage has emerged showing the moment a significant earthquake struck Afghanistan, with strong tremors felt in neighbouring Pakistan and India. The quake caused panic and sent residents fleeing into the streets.

01/09/2025 03:57

Afghanistan Earthquake: Helicopter Rescue Footage Emerges

Exclusive footage reveals heroic helicopter evacuations in Afghanistan's devastating earthquake. Latest updates on the rescue efforts and international response.

A catastrophic 6.1 magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan, with the death toll feared to be in the hundreds. Rescue efforts are underway amidst treacherous conditions and ongoing aftershocks in one of the deadliest seismic events to hit the r

01/09/2025 02:27

A devastating magnitude 6.1 earthquake has struck the remote Afghanistan-Pakistan border region, claiming hundreds of lives, injuring scores more, and reducing entire villages to rubble. Rescue efforts are hampered by difficult terrain and damaged infrast

01/09/2025 02:18

A powerful shallow earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan, with state media reporting hundreds of casualties and widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are underway as the region faces a major humanitarian crisis.

01/09/2025 02:19

A powerful, catastrophic earthquake has struck Morocco, leaving a trail of destruction. The death toll has soared past 250, with more than 1,000 people injured. Historic buildings in Marrakech have crumbled, and rescue teams are battling to reach remote v

01/09/2025 01:56

A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake has hit eastern Afghanistan near the city of Jalalabad and the Pakistani border, with tremors felt across South Asia. Initial reports indicate significant shaking and potential damage in the vulnerable region.

31/08/2025 23:29

A devastating 5.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least nine lives including children and injuring dozens more. The quake hit near Herat, destroying homes and triggering a desperate rescue operation.

31/08/2025 20:19

A devastating 5.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, resulting in the tragic deaths of two young children and the complete destruction of numerous homes. The disaster has left communities in Herat province reeling as rescue efforts conti

31/08/2025 19:18

New Jersey 4.8 Earthquake Rattles Philadelphia and NYC

A significant 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck New Jersey, sending powerful tremors across Philadelphia and New York City. The rare seismic event caused building evacuations and widespread alarm throughout the northeastern United States.

Health Chiefs Warn Over Trump's NIH Funding Threat

Top US health officials warn that proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health could cripple medical research and jeopardise future pandemic preparedness.

Residents across North Wales were shaken by a 1.6 magnitude earthquake near Bala. The British Geological Survey confirms tremors were felt for miles around the scenic beauty spot.

28/08/2025 13:51