Taiwan hit by another big quake, no immediate reports of damage
Weather officials warned of aftershocks that could reach a magnitude of 5.5 in the next few days.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Taiwan rattled by dozens of quakes, but no major damage
Wu Chien-fu said the aftershocks were a "concentrated release of energy" and that more could be expected, though perhaps not as strong.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Taiwan's strongest earthquake in 25 years kills nine; 50 missing
Aftershocks could still be felt in Taipei, with more than 50 recorded, weather officials said.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Magnitude 6.7 earthquake shakes southern Philippines - GFZ
The earthquake lasted several seconds and residents were advised to be on alert for aftershocks as strong as magnitude 6.2.
Fri Nov 17 2023
Death toll from powerful twin earthquakes in southern Turkiye rises to 42,310
AFAD said the quakes, centred in Pazarcik and Elbistan districts of Kahramanmaras province, were followed by 7,184 aftershocks.
Wed Feb 22 2023
Indonesia says magnitude 7 quake off Sulawesi, residents flee buildings
The quake's epicentre was at a depth of 64 kilometres and 141 km southeast of the town of Melonguane, and reported 10 aftershocks.
Wed Jan 18 2023
Aftershocks, heavy rain hamper Indonesia earthquake rescuers
An official warns that time was running out for anyone trapped in rubble.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattles northwestern Turkiye, injuring 22
Following the quake, a total of 18 aftershocks were recorded.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Taiwan President calls on public to stay vigilant of aftershocks in wake of quake
President Tsai Ing Wen had put the Central Emergency Operation on the highest alert level after a magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan.
Sun Sep 18 2022
Strong quake hits Greece's biggest island of Crete, one person killed
The quake sent people out of their homes and public buildings and caused considerable damage with strong aftershocks.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Strong Acapulco quake aftershocks unnerve Mexican resort's residents
Shaken residents slept in cars and on the streets of Acapulco beach resort as a series of strong aftershocks rippled through the city.
Thu Sep 09 2021
Turkish rescue workers search for survivors in quake; death toll rises to 27
At least 20 buildings in Izmir were destroyed and the rescue work was taking place as hundreds of aftershocks hit the area.
Sat Oct 31 2020
Magnitude 6.2 quake hits Philippine island of Luzon, jolts buildings
There were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries in the quake, which the United States Geological Survey earlier measured at 6.6.
Fri Aug 11 2017
One dead as strong earthquake hits Philippines
PHIVOLCS said aftershocks were expected but ruled out any tsunami following the earthquake of magnitude 6.5 that rocked the towns of Jaro and Kananga in Leyte province.
Thu Jul 06 2017
Ecuador quake, aftershocks leave three dead, serious damage
The northwestern province of Esmeraldas -- hit hard by a devastating temblor in April -- bore the brunt of the new quake, too.
Tue Dec 20 2016
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024