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Families Sleep in Cars After Homes Destroyed in Japan Earthquake
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in southwestern Japan has forced residents to seek shelter in their vehicles.
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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.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:26 AM
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Death Toll Rises to 34 After Japan Earthquake as Survivors Face Sweltering Heat
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
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Rescue Efforts Continue as Death Toll Rises to 23 in Southwestern Japan Earthquake
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
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Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan, Killing at Least 13
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
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Strong Earthquakes Strike Japan’s Kyushu Island, Causing Mall Collapse and Multiple Casualties
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
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Japan Chip Industry Begins Recovery After July 28 Kumamoto Earthquake
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
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Explosion Rips Through Kumamoto’s Aeon Mall Following Japan’s Earthquake
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
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Heatstroke Risks Rise for Japan Quake Victims Amid El Nino Heat Without Power or Water
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
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13 Dead After Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan’s Chipmaking Hub
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
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DOE Selects Five States to Explore Nuclear Waste Storage
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
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Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan, Causing Widespread Damage
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
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Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Japan, Causing Structural Damage and Explosion
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
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Trump Sees ‘Good Chance’ of Progress in Iran Talks Amid Regional Tensions
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
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Japanese Study Reveals Shifting Locked Zones in Nankai Trough, Complicating Megaquake Predictions
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
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Tokyo Promotes Shorts at Work Amid Rising Temperatures, Sparking Mixed Reactions
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 PM
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UNESCO Urges Expansion of Debt-for-Education Swaps Amid Declining Global Aid
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
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Japan Considers AI System to Optimize Disaster Relief Distribution
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 AMShowing 1-18 of 18 articles.