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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan, leading to multiple deaths, dozens missing, and significant damage to buildings, bridges, and the historic Kumamoto Castle. A partial mall collapse and an explosion at a shopping center also trapped people.
The Stari Grad area on Hvar, Croatia, was hit by a rare meteotsunami, causing the sea level to rise rapidly and completely flood the city's promenade and road.
A powerful 7.3 to 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico, rattling parts of Guatemala and El Salvador and prompting a tsunami warning. Despite its strength, initial reports indicated no immediate significant damage or casualties.
An unusual meteotsunami event occurred on Hvar Island, causing the sea level to rise by over 30 centimeters before receding approximately 60 centimeters below its usual level.
The Lithuanian National Martynas Mažvydas Library has published the book 'A Brief Metaphysics of Tsunamis' by French philosopher and engineer Jean-Pierre Dupuy.
Žiga Debeljak has resigned as the head of SDH by mutual agreement and has waived his severance pay. His departure is expected to trigger significant personnel changes within the company.
Venezuela has declared a state of emergency following two devastating earthquakes that caused dozens of deaths and injuries. International aid and search-and-rescue teams are arriving as the country grapples with widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao, affecting over 8,600 schools and displacing nearly 18,000 people into evacuation centers. Local governments and organizations are mobilizing financial aid, rescue teams, and personnel for the response efforts.
A new weapon is reportedly capable of sending radioactive tsunamis, 100 times more powerful than an atomic bomb, towards US coasts, according to analysts.
Rappers Sajfer and Cunami performed a concert on Wilson's Promenade in Sarajevo, drawing a large audience. Over 500 graduates walked the promenade prior to enjoying the performance.
Discussions are emerging within Albania's Democratic Party (PD) regarding the lack of genuine leadership competition and the influence of figures like Sali Berisha. Commentators suggest that a true contest for leadership would only occur if Berisha were not a candidate, with some advocating for term limits for party leaders.
A potential "mega tsunami" forecast for Alaska in 2025 is highlighting risks to cruise lines and drawing attention to the broader implications of glacier retreat due to climate change.
Reports are discussing the potential occurrence of a supersonic tsunami. Experts are investigating whether such an unusual event may have taken place.
A powerful earthquake, with magnitudes reported between 7.4 and 7.7, struck off Japan's coast, triggering widespread tsunami warnings and evacuations. Authorities remain on high alert for potential aftershocks and further seismic activity, with an 80 cm tsunami already observed.
An article reflects on the devastating tsunami that hit Japan fifteen years ago, recalling waves higher than a seven-story building and the widespread destruction witnessed along the coast.
Russian President Vladimir Putin entered the new year facing a difficult choice: limit his so-called special military operation in Ukraine or risk serious damage to the Russian economy.
Weather disturbances surprised tourists on the island of Čiovo with a waterspout near the beach, while a meteotsunami raged on Hvar, causing sea levels to rise in some areas.
A meteotsunami affected parts of the northern Adriatic, causing the sea to flood the coastal promenade in Mali Lošinj. Locals reported the phenomenon lasted approximately 15 minutes, accompanied by strong gusts of wind, and the sea level rose by about 30 centimeters.
A powerful 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck near a New Zealand tourist hotspot, briefly triggering a tsunami warning. Daylight will allow for a full assessment of any damage caused by the tremor.
A meteotsunami struck the Croatian island of Hvar, causing the sea to rapidly rise to knee-level before receding dramatically. Tourists fled as boats touched the seabed during the unusual meteorological phenomenon.
On July 9, 1958, a record-breaking megatsunami occurred in the remote Lituya Bay in southeast Alaska, reaching an unprecedented height of 524 meters, a natural phenomenon never before recorded.
Venezuela has declared seven days of national mourning following a devastating earthquake that caused the death toll to rise to 2,295. Rescue efforts continue, with a three-year-old boy and a dog among those pulled alive from the rubble days after the quake.
Biljana Đorđević of ZLF stated that a student list in elections needs to create a 'tsunami effect' against the ruling regime and a 'gravity effect' within the anti-regime front to attract and unite forces for victory and fundamental change.
Political analysts suggest that Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė cannot remove Economy and Innovation Minister Edvinas Grikšas, delegated by the Peasants' party, without risking the collapse of the coalition and facing another crisis.
Simon Tisdall's analysis for The Guardian explores a 'tsunami of darkness' in the West, suggesting that a decline in the ratings of 'three toxic comrades' could potentially lead to significant political change.
A warning has been issued that a "tsunami" of food price increases is expected to hit Europe, with concerns raised about its potential impact on Serbian markets.
A megatsunami struck the Tracy Arm fjord tourist destination at 5:30 AM, creating a wave higher than the Empire State Building and leaving no boats in the area, effectively dividing Alaska into 'two different worlds.'
A concert by rappers Sajfer and Cunami in Sarajevo, announced as a major event for graduates and youth, is facing controversy regarding the use of public money to promote questionable values.
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake occurred in Japan, but no tsunami warning was issued, and no injuries were reported as a result of the tremor.
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Eastern Indonesia, centered near Ternate, causing at least one fatality. Tsunami warnings for Southeast Asia and Japan were initially issued but have since been lifted.
New research has confirmed that the Silverpit crater beneath the North Sea was formed by a massive asteroid impact millions of years ago, triggering a 330-foot (106-meter) megatsunami.
A rare seismic event originating from the eastern edge of Greenland triggered seismic instruments worldwide, indicating a 200-meter mega tsunami that caused tremors felt from Alaska to Australia.
Meteotsunamis have caused flooding along the Adriatic coast, affecting Hvar, Pula, Mali Lošinj, Vis, and Korčula, marking the third such event in eight days and prompting questions about the phenomenon.
A meteotsunami has once again struck the northern Adriatic, with residents of Mali Lošinj reporting that the sea flooded the coastal promenade.
The Croatian island of Hvar was hit by a meteotsunami, a meteorological phenomenon that caused unusual sea level fluctuations, which meteorologists have since explained.
The rare meteorological phenomenon known as 'Galerne' caused chaos on French beaches, with a 'cloud tsunami' covering coastal areas and sending bathers into a panic. The dramatic event created an eerie and dark scene.
Nakon što su dva razorna zemljotresa pogodila Venecuelu, jedan neočekivani heroj postao je simbol nade. Cunami, osmogodišnji border koli sa spasilački
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake has struck northeastern Japan, but no tsunami warning has been issued. The tremor was felt across the region.
The government's personnel changes are continuing, with a significant reshuffle at the Food Safety Administration and other departments. This marks an ongoing wave of administrative shifts.
Ferrari's unveiling of its first electric car has triggered a massive wave of memes online, with many comparing its design to the infamous Fiat Multipla.
Tara Menon's book explores the story of the 2004 tsunami, commemorating the 220,000 victims and those who had to live on after the natural disaster. The article provides a critical review of the work.
A massive tsunami that occurred in an Alaskan fjord was the second highest in the world, according to scientists. Lacking photographs or videos, researchers reconstructed the event using aerial photos, satellite and seismic data, fieldwork, and eyewitness accounts.
A massive megatsunami, reaching nearly 500 meters (1,578 feet) high, occurred in an Alaskan fjord, triggered by a landslide. This event, which largely went unnoticed at the time, has been identified as the second largest ever recorded and raises concerns for cruise ship safety.
A diverse program, including performances by rappers Sajfer and Cunami, has been announced for the celebration of May 16th, Novo Sarajevo Municipality Day, with a special focus on youth.
The winners of a lottery jackpot exceeding eight billion have been found, but an official investigation related to the prize has not yet concluded, though it will not affect the winners receiving their prize.
A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck near the island nation of Tonga in the Pacific, according to the USGS. Alarm sirens were triggered in the capital, though no tsunami was predicted.
Japan commemorated the 15th anniversary of the devastating earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster, with Prime Minister Takaichi advocating for increased use of nuclear energy.
Crnogorski treneri na Bliskom istoku: Željko Petrović je u Japanu prošao zemljotres, cunami i erupciju vulkana, nisu ga uzdrmali ni projektili na američke baze u Emiratima, Nebojša Jovović u Kuvajtu…