Shaking the ground: seismic events shaping regions and lives
Flooding and landslides have hit the Nepal-Tibet border region, killing dozens and leaving hundreds missing. Authorities and foreign offices are coordinating rescue efforts as international parties monitor the situation and urge caution.
The UK’s South East Water is facing high demand as reservoirs run low during a spell of extreme May heat. Around 18,000 customers in Kent have experienced intermittent supply, with authorities urging essential use while bottled water is distributed to vulnerable households. Authorities warn the hot weather will continue to strain supplies.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has struck off Mindanao on Monday morning, killing dozens, injuring hundreds and displacing tens of thousands. General Santos City and nearby provinces have reported collapsed buildings, landslides and damaged infrastructure. Rescue teams are searching rubble while aftershocks and earlier tsunami alerts are complicating operations.
A 7.8-magnitude offshore quake off Mindanao has left dozens dead, thousands displaced, and ongoing rescue and relief operations across southern Philippines as aftershocks hamper recovery and access to isolated communities.
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in southern Mindanao has caused widespread damage in General Santos and surrounding provinces. Authorities report thousands displaced, hundreds injured, and significant damage to infrastructure. Aftershocks continue as officials urge evacuation and safety checks ahead of classes resuming.
A seismic event in Mindanao has caused coastal uplift of up to about 2 metres, exposing coral and seagrass as shoreline retreat is observed along the Cotabato Trench. Authorities report multiple aftershocks and ongoing assessments of casualties and damage.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, affecting about 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians, with broader implications for about 1.3 million TPS holders from 17 countries. The ruling signals potential deportations and reshapes humanitarian protections in the United States.
Bad Bunny has taken Tottenham’s stadium by storm across two nights, delivering a bilingual, genre-blending spectacle rooted in Puerto Rican culture. The gigs are a landmark for UK Latino visibility, with La Casita staging and a community-led build underscoring the scale and significance of Latin music here.
A magnitude 6.1 to 6.2 earthquake strikes Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region, with the epicenter reported by regional authorities. Tremors are felt across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage. Afghan authorities confirm impact in Kabul and surrounding areas. Emergency services in affected Pakistani provinces have placed district administrations on alert.
Two powerful earthquakes have devastated northern Venezuela, killing hundreds and leaving tens of thousands unaccounted for. Dayana Patino survived 32 hours under rubble with her 18‑day‑old son, Juan David, in Caracas. International aid and local volunteers are racing to reach affected communities as the death toll climbs and thousands remain displaced.
Oxfam shops have benefited from notable donations of rare memorabilia. A signed Paul McCartney book has sold for £950, while a Tolkien first edition Hobbit has raised £38,400. Donors remain unknown in at least some cases, but proceeds support Oxfam’s poverty relief and emergency appeals.
Twin earthquakes have claimed more than 1,700 lives in Venezuela, with rescue operations entering a fifth day. A Venezuelan footballer and others mourn the loss of family members, while international aid pours in to support emergency response.
Two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 have devastated parts of Venezuela, killing more than 1,700 and injuring thousands. Rescuers from around the world have recovered several survivors, including a young child, as UN agencies warn of a humanitarian crisis and widespread damage.
Rescue teams have pulled 43-year-old Hernán Alberto Gil Flores alive from the collapsed Galerías Playa Grande shopping centre in La Guaira after he had been trapped since 24 June. International and Venezuelan teams have worked about 100 hours to tunnel to him, keeping him alive with water and liquid nutrients passed through a narrow shaft during the operation.
The earthquakes have left thousands dead and tens of thousands missing. International rescue teams are aiding civilian efforts while humanitarian agencies warn of a growing health and displacement crisis. The government reports rising casualties, while responders emphasize ongoing search-and-rescue operations amid aftershocks.
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has announced there will be no more elections and his congress has begun drafting constitutional changes to extend the presidential term and block opposition candidates. The proposal would make terms seven years and bar those labeled "traitors" or "coup plotters" from office; the UN and the US have condemned the moves.
Monsoon floods have struck Nuristan, Afghanistan, damaging Parun and surrounding areas. Authorities report dozens dead, hundreds missing or injured, as forecasters warn of more heavy rainfall. Rescue teams are struggling amid rugged terrain and limited infrastructure; international aid agencies are mobilising.
Torrential rains and flash floods have intensified across Afghanistan, Pakistan and neighboring regions. Authorities have recorded hundreds of deaths, with the NDMA and local agencies warning of ongoing risks as rivers swell and monsoon systems persist. Cities face evacuations, damaged homes, and disrupted livelihoods.
A powerful earthquake on Kyushu’s Kumamoto prefecture has injured dozens and damaged infrastructure. A mall explosion is being investigated. Authorities have ordered evacuation centres for around 300,000 residents and are monitoring aftershocks.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake strikes Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, knocking out power for tens of thousands, suspending rail services, and prompting tsunami warnings. Authorities report injuries and structural damage as emergency responses unfold and assessments continue.
The Kumamoto earthquake has left at least 13 dead and thousands displaced. Rescue teams face sweltering heat and power cuts as evacuation centers struggle to keep residents cool and hydrated. Authorities confirm ongoing aftershocks and intensified relief efforts as water and fuel shortages complicate response.
A magnitude 5.x earthquake struck near Suez early today, prompting emergency plans in Egypt and felt as far as Cairo, Beersheba and Amman. Authorities report no immediate casualties, while officials urge caution and structural checks.
The United States has requested the extradition of Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, to face charges including child sex trafficking and fraud. The request has been sent to the Philippine Department of Justice and requires the approval of two Philippine courts. Quiboloy has been jailed since 2024 amid investigations into abuse and trafficking.
A powerful earthquake has struck western Colombia near San José del Palmar, Chocó. The USGS has measured magnitude 7.4 while Colombia's geological service initially reported 6.6. The quake has caused building collapses across Pereira, Cali, Quibdó and Manizales, killed dozens, injured many and forced large-scale evacuations and search operations.
A magnitude-7.4 quake has devastated western Colombia, killing hundreds, injuring thousands and leaving tens of thousands homeless. Rescue teams are racing to locate survivors as the country declares a state of emergency and mobilizes international aid.
Colombia is joining the Shield of the Americas coalition, aligning with the US-led effort against drug cartels. The announcement comes as the Trump administration urges allies to reject the ICC, arguing the court intrudes on sovereignty. Rights groups warn of legal and civilian risks amid intensified regional security operations.
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake has struck off Flores island in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, and rescue teams have recovered dozens of bodies and treated hundreds of injured. Authorities have recorded hundreds of aftershocks, lifted an initial tsunami warning after tide gauges showed limited sea-level change, and declared a 14-day state of emergency as landslides and damaged roads are slowing aid deliveries.
Colombia has faced a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake, with rescue efforts continuing in Cali, Pereira and Quibdó. President de la Espriella has appealed to the United States for tariff relief to aid business recovery as Washington pledges $26.5 million in emergency aid.
The Trump administration has extended counter-narcotics operations in Latin America, coordinating joint air, sea, and land actions with allies. Reports indicate Ecuador and other regional partners are joining ground operations, while critics warn of civilian harm and sovereignty concerns. The campaign has killed hundreds in boat strikes and faces legal and diplomatic scrutiny.
A 7.4-magnitude quake has devastated western Colombia, killing hundreds and injuring thousands. Authorities say tens of thousands are displaced; rescue teams are shifting from search to debris removal as the death toll rises and missing persons number in the hundreds. International aid responses are under way, with Colombia declaring an economic emergency.
A magnitude-7.7 quake off Flores has killed dozens, injured hundreds and displaced tens of thousands. Evacuations continue as aftershocks exceed 3,000. Aid is reaching remote communities, but terrain and damaged roads hamper delivery.