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Southwestern Japan Earthquake Rises

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Death Toll from Southwestern Japan Earthquake Rises to 34

Rescue efforts continue in Kumamoto following a powerful earthquake that caused severe damage, including the collapse of a mall.

Jul 31, 2026, 7:17 AM NPR News

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Satellite image of Japan in May 2003. The islands of Japan are shown clearly off the coast of North and South Korea, China, and Russia in this true-color image. Running down through the islands are a string of mountains that make up part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." The Ring of Fire is a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that stretches in a series of arcs from New Zealand, through Indonesia, up through the Philippines, Japan, the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka Peninsula (Russia), across the Pacific Ocean via the Aleutian Islands, and down the coast of the Americas. Seventy-five percent of the world's volcanoes are in this ring, making it the most volcanically-active region on the planet. Also shown in this image are a number of fires, which are marked with red dots. A few fires were detected in Japan, China, and North Korea, but the majority were detected in Russia's Primorskiy-Kray region. This true-color Aqua MODIS image was acquired on May 1, 2003.

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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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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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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.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 5:58 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

business

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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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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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

business

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

Five fingers peak. Quartzite sandstone Huangshizhai Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hunan, China. Panorama 2012.

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Death Toll from China Landslide in Chongqing Rises to 51, 10 Still Missing

Authorities continue large-scale rescue efforts following a landslide that swept away residential buildings in Pengshui County, Chongqing.

CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 6:20 PM

world

Smoke Rises Over Southern Iran Following Renewed US Strikes

A significant plume of smoke was observed over Ahvaz, a city in southwestern Iran, after fresh attacks attributed to the United States.

Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 3:36 PM

Sanae Takaichi in a photo with a Special Advisor to the Prime Minister, Matsushima Midori

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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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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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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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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

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Research shows that the locked zone along Japan’s deadliest fault line is not permanent, challenging efforts to forecast future megaquakes and tsunamis.

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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

business

Japan's 'Silicon Island' in Kyushu Draws Surge of Financial Investment

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s expansion into Kyushu sparks growth in Japan's semiconductor sector, attracting investors from Taiwan and Japan.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 7:05 AM

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Backlash in Japan Over Fukuoka Officials’ Expensive Overseas Research Trips

Fukuoka prefecture officials face criticism for costly overseas trips amid rising household expenses, prompting promises to review spending practices.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 3:12 AM

world

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Nears 5,000 as UN Estimates 50,000 Missing

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 AM

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Magnitude-5.9 Earthquake Strikes New Zealand's South Island, Tsunami Warning Downgraded

A magnitude-5.9 earthquake hit near Te Anau on New Zealand's South Island, prompting an initial tsunami warning that was later cancelled, though strong coastal currents remain a concern.

ABC Australia News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:03 PM

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's Approval Rating Falls Below 50% for First Time

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