Death Toll from Japan Earthquake Rises to 34
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan has killed 34 people and seriously injured six others, with authorities warning of further aftershocks.
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A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan has killed 34 people and seriously injured six others, with authorities warning of further aftershocks.
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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto region has killed at least 34 people and displaced 9,000, with survivors enduring harsh conditions amid a heat stroke alert.
ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 PM
general
Rescuers in Kumamoto, Kyushu, face dwindling hope of finding survivors after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck on Tuesday.
NPR News | Jul 30, 2026, 6:03 AM
business
Renesas Electronics and Tokyo Electron have resumed some operations following the Kumamoto earthquake, while Sony and TSMC require additional time to restart.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 2:58 AM
world
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calls rescue efforts a 'race against time' after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake triggers an explosion at a major shopping center.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 6:35 AM
world
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in southern Japan has left tens of thousands without essential services, raising concerns over heat-related illnesses during a punishing summer heatwave.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 5:12 AM
world
A powerful earthquake has caused widespread destruction across southern Japan, damaging temples, shopping centers, and industrial facilities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 8:16 PM
business
A powerful earthquake in Kumamoto prefecture caused casualties and damage, prompting evacuations and work suspensions at key semiconductor and automotive facilities.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 29, 2026, 2:24 AM
politics
The Energy Department has signed agreements with Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho to investigate potential nuclear waste storage sites amid ongoing disposal challenges.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 1:28 AM
world
A strong earthquake has hit Kumamoto, Japan, resulting in structural damage, injuries, and fears of multiple fatalities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 10:36 PM
business
A powerful earthquake hit Kumamoto prefecture in southwestern Japan on July 28, 2026, triggering an explosion at a local mall and causing multiple building collapses and fires.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 28, 2026, 6:46 PM
world
US President Donald Trump signals optimism over negotiations with Iran following a pause in military strikes, while regional conflicts and maritime disputes continue to escalate.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 3:06 PM
world
Two powerful earthquakes hit Kumamoto Prefecture on Japan’s Kyushu island on Tuesday, triggering building collapses, fires, and multiple casualties, with rescue operations underway.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 2:38 PM
world
Research shows that the locked zone along Japan’s deadliest fault line is not permanent, challenging efforts to forecast future megaquakes and tsunamis.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 23, 2026, 9:08 AM
world
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike's 'Tokyo Cool Biz' initiative encourages men to wear shorts to reduce heat and energy use, but some women express discomfort over office dress expectations.
BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 12:08 PMworld
The United Nations warns thousands remain unaccounted for following two devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, while calls grow to ease sanctions to aid recovery.
Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:47 AMworld
A recent poll shows a decline in support for Japan's first woman prime minister amid policy criticisms and diplomatic tensions.
CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:58 AM
global-institutions
UNESCO highlights the need for innovative financing to protect education spending as foreign aid decreases and calls for investigation into Sri Lanka prison violence.
UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 8:53 PM
us
Dow falls over 1% as oil prices surge following Trump’s announcement on Iran ceasefire status; S&P 500 dips slightly while Nasdaq edges up.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 1:18 AM
business
The proposed AI system aims to improve the speed and efficiency of delivering aid by analyzing road conditions and retailer inventories.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 2:56 AM
world
Interim President Delcy Rodriguez defends government response as death toll from June 24 earthquakes rises above 3,300.
Al Jazeera | Jul 5, 2026, 11:53 PMShowing 1-21 of 21 articles.