
La Palma volcano eruption declared over after three months of destruction
La Palma islanders to breathe a sigh of relief nearly 100 days after the Cumbre Vieja volcano upended the lives of thousands.
Sun Dec 26 2021

Muted Christmas joy in La Palma evacuees' caravan as volcano falls silent
Adam Gonzalez recalled how frequent tremors would rattle the vehicle, spooking the family and their many pets.
Fri Dec 24 2021

Thousands of Santas stage Madrid charity run for volcano-hit La Palma
Some runners swapped Santa's traditional red trousers for more sporty shorts, while many wore face masks as a coronavirus precaution.
Mon Dec 20 2021

End of eruption? Spanish volcano calm for second day
It is the longest period without tremors since the eruption began on Sept. 19.
Wed Dec 15 2021

Eruption in Spain's La Palma is longest running on island, experts say
Residents just wish it would stop so they could return to normal life.
Mon Dec 13 2021

Spain's Cumbre Vieja volcano continues to erupt
Air quality worsened on the island Saturday after a new overflow of the volcano cone.
Sun Nov 21 2021

Rock rises out of the sea as second La Palma lava flow reaches ocean
Unlike the first time lava reached the ocean just over a month ago, authorities said there was no need for residents to stay indoors.
Thu Nov 11 2021

Scientists study lava, gases from La Palma volcano
Scientists have said the eruption could last up to three months.
Sun Nov 07 2021

La Palma locals pay All Saints tribute remotely as lava cuts off cemetery
Islanders, unable to visit the graves of family members in the Las Manchas cemetery of Los Angeles, gathered for an emotional tribute.
Tue Nov 02 2021

Tourists head to Spanish island of La Palma to see erupting volcano
Tourists were keen to help La Palma by spending money to boost the island's economy.
Sat Oct 30 2021

Spain vows to speed up aid to volcano-hit La Palma
Lava has covered almost 900 hectares of land, destroying over 2,000 buildings and many banana plantations.
Sun Oct 24 2021

Spain volcano's lava eruption lights up night sky
A total of around 7,500 people have been forced to flee since the Cumbre Vieja began erupting more than a month ago.
Sat Oct 23 2021

La Palma evacuees see no end to ordeal after month of volcanic eruption
Streams of red-hot lava have engulfed almost 800 hectares (2,000 acres) of land, destroying about 2,000 buildings.
Wed Oct 20 2021

No end in sight to volcanic eruption on Spain's La Palma - Canaries president
There is no immediate end in sight to the volcanic eruption that has caused chaos on the Spanish isle of La Palma.
Tue Oct 19 2021

Hundreds evacuated as red-hot lava threatens homes in Spain's La Palma
Authorities ordered between 700 and 800 inhabitants of La Laguna to leave home with their belongings and pets.
Wed Oct 13 2021

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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Wed Mar 12 2025