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
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 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
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
Lockdown ends for 3,000 La Palma residents as volcano cloud passes
Residents can leave their homes after authorities ended a lockdown caused by a thick cloud of smoke from the Cumbre Vieja volcano.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Volcanic ash buildup shuts airport on La Palma in Spain's Canary Islands
It is the second time that La Palma's airport has been shut due to ash buildup since the eruption began on Sept. 19.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Lava flow thickens on La Palma after volcanic crater collapses
Despite the heightened activity, the lava appeared to be following a similar trajectory to previous flows.
Mon Oct 04 2021
Stay-home order lifted for residents near La Palma volcano eruption
In response to the improvement in air quality measurements in the area, the lockdown will be lifted.
Sun Oct 03 2021
La Palma volcano eruption forces stay-home order for some residents
Those affected have been told to keep their doors and windows closed and to disconnect heating and air conditioning.
Sat Oct 02 2021
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Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
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Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
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Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
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Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
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Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
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Fri Nov 22 2024