Earthquake Strikes Fukushima; Fatal Stabbing in Nagano
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, early Thursday, causing no tsunami. Separately, a fatal stabbing near a Nagano train station left one dead and two injured; the attacker remains at large.
Earthquake Strikes Fukushima; Fatal Stabbing in Nagano
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, early Thursday, causing no tsunami. Separately, a fatal stabbing near a Nagano train station left one dead and two injured; the attacker remains at large.
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Japan Raises Mega-Earthquake Probability to 80%
Japan's government warns of an 80 percent likelihood of a magnitude 8.0 or 9.0 earthquake along the Nankai Trough within 30 years, based on historical patterns and tectonic plate movement, potentially causing 230,000 deaths and 2.1 million destroyed buildings.
Japan Raises Mega-Earthquake Probability to 80%
Japan's government warns of an 80 percent likelihood of a magnitude 8.0 or 9.0 earthquake along the Nankai Trough within 30 years, based on historical patterns and tectonic plate movement, potentially causing 230,000 deaths and 2.1 million destroyed buildings.
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48% Bias Score
Urgent Warning: High Earthquake Probability on Turkey's Yedisu Fault
Turkish seismologist Professor Naci Görür warns of a high probability of a major earthquake on the Yedisu Fault between Erzincan and Karlıova, citing its overdue seismic recurrence period and energy transfer from the February 6th earthquakes, emphasizing the urgent need for preparedness after previo...
Urgent Warning: High Earthquake Probability on Turkey's Yedisu Fault
Turkish seismologist Professor Naci Görür warns of a high probability of a major earthquake on the Yedisu Fault between Erzincan and Karlıova, citing its overdue seismic recurrence period and energy transfer from the February 6th earthquakes, emphasizing the urgent need for preparedness after previo...
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56% Bias Score
Vanuatu Holds Snap Election Amid Earthquake Aftermath and Political Instability
Vanuatu held a snap election on January 22nd, 2024, amid political instability and the aftermath of a 7.3 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 14 people and displaced thousands, impacting voter turnout and access. Polls opened with increased security measures due to a rise in crime since the ea...
Vanuatu Holds Snap Election Amid Earthquake Aftermath and Political Instability
Vanuatu held a snap election on January 22nd, 2024, amid political instability and the aftermath of a 7.3 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 14 people and displaced thousands, impacting voter turnout and access. Polls opened with increased security measures due to a rise in crime since the ea...
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6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southwestern Japan, Triggering Tsunami Warnings
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan at 9:19 p.m. local time on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings for Miyazaki and Kochi prefectures; a 20-centimeter tsunami hit Miyazaki city, causing minor damage but raising concerns given Japan's high seismic risk and recent megaquake warnings.
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southwestern Japan, Triggering Tsunami Warnings
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan at 9:19 p.m. local time on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings for Miyazaki and Kochi prefectures; a 20-centimeter tsunami hit Miyazaki city, causing minor damage but raising concerns given Japan's high seismic risk and recent megaquake warnings.
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6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Minor Tsunami
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, on January 13, 2025, at 12:19 GMT, causing level 5 shaking and triggering a tsunami warning for waves up to one meter; initial reports indicate waves reached 20 centimeters with no major damage.
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Minor Tsunami
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, on January 13, 2025, at 12:19 GMT, causing level 5 shaking and triggering a tsunami warning for waves up to one meter; initial reports indicate waves reached 20 centimeters with no major damage.
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32% Bias Score
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Ayvacık, Çanakkale: Swarm Risk Highlighted
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Ayvacık, Çanakkale, on October 26, 2023, at the intersection of the Edremit, Behramkale, and Tuzla faults; Professor Hasan Sözbilir indicated a low likelihood of a major earthquake but warned of potential smaller earthquake swarms in the region.
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Ayvacık, Çanakkale: Swarm Risk Highlighted
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Ayvacık, Çanakkale, on October 26, 2023, at the intersection of the Edremit, Behramkale, and Tuzla faults; Professor Hasan Sözbilir indicated a low likelihood of a major earthquake but warned of potential smaller earthquake swarms in the region.
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32% Bias Score
Turkish Court Sentences 11 for Grand İsias Hotel Collapse
An Adıyaman court delivered verdicts in the case of the Grand İsias Hotel, which collapsed in the February 6, 2023, earthquakes, killing 72 people, including Cypriot athletes; 11 defendants received sentences for violating building codes, including illegal additions and insufficient structural calcu...
Turkish Court Sentences 11 for Grand İsias Hotel Collapse
An Adıyaman court delivered verdicts in the case of the Grand İsias Hotel, which collapsed in the February 6, 2023, earthquakes, killing 72 people, including Cypriot athletes; 11 defendants received sentences for violating building codes, including illegal additions and insufficient structural calcu...
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Xizang Earthquake: 6,135 Emergency Houses Delivered, Comprehensive Inspections Underway
In response to a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Xizang, authorities have delivered 6,135 of 13,000 prefabricated houses, distributed extensive relief supplies including electric stoves and blankets, and launched comprehensive inspections of infrastructure to ensure safety and well-being of residents.
Xizang Earthquake: 6,135 Emergency Houses Delivered, Comprehensive Inspections Underway
In response to a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Xizang, authorities have delivered 6,135 of 13,000 prefabricated houses, distributed extensive relief supplies including electric stoves and blankets, and launched comprehensive inspections of infrastructure to ensure safety and well-being of residents.
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24% Bias Score
Icelandic Volcano Bárdarbunga: Potential Eruption Imminent
Increased seismic activity near Iceland's Bárdarbunga volcano, under the Vatnajökull glacier, signals a potential eruption; a 5.1 magnitude earthquake and approximately 130 smaller quakes were recorded on Tuesday, prompting the Civil Protection agency to raise the uncertainty level, similar to the 2...
Icelandic Volcano Bárdarbunga: Potential Eruption Imminent
Increased seismic activity near Iceland's Bárdarbunga volcano, under the Vatnajökull glacier, signals a potential eruption; a 5.1 magnitude earthquake and approximately 130 smaller quakes were recorded on Tuesday, prompting the Civil Protection agency to raise the uncertainty level, similar to the 2...
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Rapid Response to 6.8-Magnitude Earthquake in Xizang
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, on January 7, 2025, prompting a rapid response: within 30 minutes, rescue teams reached the epicenter; within a week, 47,500 people were sheltered in 224 relocation sites with medical and mental health services; 126 people died, and 337 were i...
Rapid Response to 6.8-Magnitude Earthquake in Xizang
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, on January 7, 2025, prompting a rapid response: within 30 minutes, rescue teams reached the epicenter; within a week, 47,500 people were sheltered in 224 relocation sites with medical and mental health services; 126 people died, and 337 were i...
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Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Southwest Japan
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck southwest Japan on Monday at 9:19 p.m., triggering a brief tsunami advisory and prompting evacuations; the advisory was later lifted with minimal damage reported.
Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Southwest Japan
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck southwest Japan on Monday at 9:19 p.m., triggering a brief tsunami advisory and prompting evacuations; the advisory was later lifted with minimal damage reported.
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28% Bias Score