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Daring Rescue Saves Moose Trapped on Frozen Maine Pond

In a heart-stopping wildlife rescue, Maine wardens execute a daring operation to save a juvenile moose stranded on a frozen pond. Read the full story of this remarkable intervention.

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

A significant 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Jose, sending tremors across the entire San Francisco Bay Area. The early morning quake, followed by several aftershocks, sparked widespread alarm but caused no major damage or injuries.

22/09/2025 06:28

A significant 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck near San Francisco, with tremors felt across the Bay Area. The quake hit near Berkeley, causing widespread shaking but no immediate reports of major damage or injuries.

22/09/2025 07:12

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.

Exclusive satellite analysis exposes the true extent of the devastation in Herat province following a series of powerful earthquakes, with entire villages flattened and rescue teams in a race against time.

18/09/2025 08:37

Miracle Baby Rescued After 60 Hours in Turkey Quake Rubble

In an extraordinary rescue operation, an eight-month-old infant was miraculously pulled alive from collapsed building debris in Turkey, more than two days after the catastrophic earthquake struck.

A significant 6.9 magnitude earthquake has struck the Alaskan Peninsula, prompting immediate tsunami warnings for nearby coastal areas. The powerful tremor was felt across the region, with authorities urging residents to move to higher ground.

16/09/2025 09:51

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.

Paddleboard Angels Rescue OAP After Yacht Capsizes in Solent

A dramatic rescue unfolded in the Solent as quick-thinking paddleboarders saved a 70-year-old sailor whose yacht capsized. The incredible story of bravery and being in the right place at the right time.

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.

Elderly Sailor Rescued After 45-Hour Atlantic Ordeal

An 81-year-old yachtsman is recovering after a dramatic two-day rescue from his stricken vessel in the treacherous Bay of Biscay. The UK coastguard and Spanish authorities coordinated the complex long-range operation.

Kingfisher Rescued in Dramatic Scottish Highlands Operation

A heroic multi-agency rescue saves a distressed kingfisher found far from home on a Highland beach, in an unusual operation coordinated by HM Coastguard and the RSPCA.

‘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'.

Hikers Lost After Magic Mushrooms Trigger Catskills Rescue

Two hikers in New York's Catskill Mountains required a major rescue operation after becoming disoriented and lost following the consumption of psychedelic mushrooms. Read about the dramatic nighttime mission.

A significant earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale has hit near the Greek island of Evia, with tremors felt across Athens and surrounding regions. No immediate damage or injuries reported.

09/09/2025 05:44

Boy Scout survives 100ft fall in California mountain rescue

A 13-year-old Boy Scout miraculously survives a 100-foot fall in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, rescued in a dramatic overnight operation by search teams.

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

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

The Taliban government has dramatically revised the death toll from a devastating earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, with thousands feared dead and villages completely destroyed. International aid faces significant logistical and political challenges.

04/09/2025 12:34

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

Alaska Troopers Rescue Kentucky Man From Snowbound Vehicle

A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.

Hiker survives 60ft fall saving dog on mountain

A British Columbia man miraculously survived a 60-foot fall down a mountain after slipping while trying to save his dog. Read the incredible rescue story from Stawamus Chief Mountain.