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Tsunami warning issued for Puerto Rico after 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Caribbean

On Saturday, a powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.6 struck the Caribbean Sea, setting off a tsunami warning for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, as confirmed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred around 18:25 (GMT -5) approximately 30 kilometers north of Honduras. The......

Two years after Turkey's earthquake: A legacy of loss, anger, and ongoing struggles

Two years have passed since the devastating earthquake that struck southern Turkey and parts of Syria, leaving deep scars in its wake. At 4:17 AM on the anniversary, thousands of survivors gathered in torchlit vigils across the region, marking the exact moment the earthquake hit. The 7.8 magnitude quake,......

Morocco, Germany, and Denmark collaborate on €12 million water project for earthquake recovery

The Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water, in partnership with the German and Danish embassies, has initiated a €12 million project focused on water resource management in the High Atlas region, which suffered significant damage from the September 2023 earthquake. This initiative, titled "Sustainable......

€20 million EU-backed loan boosts young entrepreneurs in Morocco’s earthquake-hit regions  

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in collaboration with the European Union (EU), has announced a €20 million loan to support young entrepreneurs in Morocco. The funding, provided in local currency, will primarily target micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)......

Moroccan Activist Faces Prison After Earthquake Aid Criticism

The Moroccan judiciary has sentenced activist Said Ait Mahdi to a three-month prison term for his criticism of local authorities' handling of earthquake recovery efforts in the Marrakech region. The verdict, delivered on Monday, also included a fine of 10,000 dirhams ($1,000) in damages to each civil......

China Mobilizes Space Assets: 8 Satellites Track Deadly Xizang Earthquake Impact

In a swift response to Tuesday's devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Xizang Autonomous Region's Dingri County, Chinese authorities have orchestrated an advanced satellite monitoring operation to support rescue and recovery efforts. The State Council reports that eight satellites, including......

Search Intensifies for Survivors of Tibet's Devastating Earthquake

The search for survivors of the powerful earthquake that struck Tibet has become increasingly urgent. Over 400 people trapped under rubble have been rescued, though many remain missing amid the freezing conditions, a day after the magnitude 6.8 tremor struck the region. The epicenter of the earthquake......

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Felt Across South Asia

A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the northern foothills of the Himalayas near a sacred Tibetan city, causing significant destruction and loss of life. At least 53 people were confirmed dead, and 62 others injured, according to local authorities. Tremors were also felt in Nepal, Bhutan, and......

Construction Fraud Targets Earthquake Survivors in Morocco's Al Haouz Region

Multiple contractors have defrauded 27 families who received government reconstruction aid following the devastating September 2023 earthquake in Morocco's Al Haouz region, according to the Ministry of Interior. The primary culprit, based in Bouzouk Ait Mellou village, defrauded 18 families in Taghzout......