After Indonesia Quake, Grandmother Rebuilds Life Around Orphaned Granddaughter
A grandmother in Indonesia recounts how her son-in-law died shielding his daughter in a quake, and her struggle to care for the child.
Disaster Management
Flash floods and landslides hit Thailand's Nan Province
Torrential rain triggers flash floods and landslides in Thailand's Nan Province, forcing evacuations across four districts.
Flores earthquake survivors wait in shelters as rescue shifts to recovery
Thousands remain in shelters on Flores Island after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake, as rescue operations shift to recovery and relief efforts continue.
Colombia earthquake death toll climbs to 312, thousands injured
Colombia's 7.5-magnitude earthquake death toll has reached 312, with 4,611 injured and 290 missing, officials said Tuesday.
Flores Quake Recovery: Shops Reopen as Thousands Remain Displaced
Businesses reopen on Flores island after a deadly earthquake, while over 40,000 people remain in shelters.
Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Kills at Least 30
At least 30 miners died when an artisanal gold mine collapsed in western Central African Republic; rescue efforts continue for those trapped.
WFP Ramps Up Emergency Food Aid for Colombia Earthquake Survivors
The UN's World Food Programme is scaling up operations in Colombia, aiming to support 100,000 people affected by the deadly August 10 earthquake.
Colombia quake: Grieving families face agonising waits to bury loved ones
Days after a deadly 7.5-magnitude quake, families in western Colombia struggle with bureaucratic delays and overwhelmed facilities to claim and bury their dead.
Fitch warns Colombia's fiscal deficit could hit 7% of GDP in 2026
Fitch projects Colombia's fiscal deficit near 7% of GDP in 2026, with earthquake spending adding further pressure.
Rescuers comb quake-hit Flores villages as toll crosses 70
Rescue teams sweep Flores villages after a deadly earthquake killed 70, injured 1,200, and displaced over 40,000 people.
Flores Earthquake Survivors Face Lingering Trauma as Thousands Remain Displaced
A powerful earthquake on Flores island has left thousands displaced and children traumatized, with over 2,100 aftershocks recorded.
Indonesia Earthquake Survivors Await Evacuation as Aid Reaches Remote Flores Communities
A powerful earthquake on Flores Island has killed at least 68 people, injured over 200, and displaced thousands, with aid efforts ongoing.
Shakira Pledges to Rebuild Schools in Quake-Hit Chocó
Shakira visited Quibdó and pledged to rebuild at least 10 schools in Chocó after a deadly earthquake.
Trump Hosts Teen Lifeguard and Rescued Boy at White House
President Trump welcomed a teen lifeguard and the boy he saved to the White House, praising their composure during a viral California rescue.
White House Honors Teen Lifeguard and Boy He Saved in Viral Ocean Rescue
President Trump honored a 16-year-old lifeguard and the boy he saved from rough seas in Santa Cruz, calling both heroes.
Salamina wildfire leaves two dead and a trail of ruin as residents return
A wildfire on Salamina island killed two people, injured nine, and destroyed homes. Residents and Red Cross workers assess the damage.
Rescuers comb Flores villages after deadly quake kills 68
Rescue teams on Indonesia's Flores island continue searching for victims after a quake killed 68, injured 200, and damaged hundreds of homes.
Mother Delivers Baby by Flashlight as 7.7 Quake Shakes Indonesian Hospital
A 39-year-old Indonesian mother delivered her daughter by flashlight during a 7.7 earthquake that has killed 54 people in East Nusa Tenggara.
China Hits Out at Japan's War Remembrance, Offers Indonesia Quake Aid
China condemns Japan's wartime stance, offers Indonesia earthquake aid, and comments on US-North Korea dialogue prospects.
Geoje Landslide Kills One After Record 800mm Rainfall
A fatal landslide struck an apartment building in Geoje, South Korea, after over 800mm of rain fell over the weekend.