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Colombia Declares National Mourning as Search Continues for Earthquake Survivors
WorldBBCFTle-monde+57Al Jazeeranrkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatnosruvtagesschaufaz+49 more13h ago60 sources

Colombia Declares National Mourning as Search Continues for Earthquake Survivors

Colombia has declared three days of national mourning for the over 240 victims of a devastating earthquake, while rescue efforts continue to find more than 2,500 missing people. Miraculous rescues include a 32-year-old woman pulled alive after 36 hours and a two-month-old baby saved from the rubble.

Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 250 Amid Rescue Efforts
WorldNYTNPRAl Jazeera+22yle-uutisetder-spiegellsm-lvSCMPsvenska-dagbladetder-standarddie-presseindex-hr+14 more22h ago25 sources

Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 250 Amid Rescue Efforts

A powerful earthquake in Colombia has killed over 250 people, with thousands still missing as rescuers race against time to find survivors. The disaster has strained the new government and emergency services, with one woman being pulled alive from rubble nearly 30 hours after the quake.

Man Rescued and Revived After Collapse on Novalja Beach
Worldindex-hrjutarnji-list1d ago2 sources

Man Rescued and Revived After Collapse on Novalja Beach

A man was successfully rescued and revived on a beach in Novalja after collapsing, with rescuers performing CPR for 40 minutes to restore his pulse. The dramatic incident highlights the quick actions of those present.

Russian MLRS Strike on Izium Kills Two, Injures Others
Worldukrainska-pravdaukrinform5d ago2 sources

Russian MLRS Strike on Izium Kills Two, Injures Others

Russian forces launched a multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) strike on Izium in Kharkiv Oblast, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to several others. Photos from the scene show the aftermath of the attack.

Ukrainian Firefighters Assist in Battling French Wildfires
Worldrfi-english5d ago

Ukrainian Firefighters Assist in Battling French Wildfires

A team of 70 firefighters from Ukraine has been deployed to southwest France to help combat wildfires that have scorched 42,000 hectares, marking the worst blaze in decades. The Ukrainian rescuers are assisting in putting out the remaining flames.

Body of Renowned Climber Nirmal Purja Recovered from Broad Peak After Avalanche
Worldfazle-figarolsm-lv+14orfdie-presseel-mundodigi24index-hraktuality-skTimes of Indiahindustan-times+6 more10d ago17 sources

Body of Renowned Climber Nirmal Purja Recovered from Broad Peak After Avalanche

The body of famous climber Nirmal Purja, known from a Netflix documentary, was recovered from Broad Peak in Pakistan days after he was killed in an avalanche. Tributes poured in for the ex-British soldier following the tragic incident on the mountain he reportedly adored.

Car Drives into Pond in Marijampolė, Lithuania
Worlddelfi-lt11d ago

Car Drives into Pond in Marijampolė, Lithuania

A car drove into a pond on Raudonųjų šaltinių Street in Marijampolė, Lithuania, on Saturday morning. Rescuers did not find anyone inside, despite initial reports of a man being in the vehicle.

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 35 Amid Rescue Efforts
WorldNPRAl Jazeeradr-dk+22cbcDWle-figaroSCMPNHK Worldtvn24aktualne-czdigi24+14 more12d ago25 sources

Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 35 Amid Rescue Efforts

The death toll from the recent earthquake in Japan has climbed to 35, with rescuers continuing to search for survivors in damaged areas. Auto and chip factories have suspended production following the disaster.

Japan Earthquake Kills 13, One Vietnamese Worker Among Casualties
WorldNHK Worldcyprus-mailVnExpress14d ago3 sources

Japan Earthquake Kills 13, One Vietnamese Worker Among Casualties

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in southern Japan has killed at least 13 people, with rescuers searching for survivors. One Vietnamese worker was confirmed among the dead, and significant damage to homes was reported in Kumamoto prefecture.

Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks in South China Sea, Dozens Missing
WorldBBCAl Jazeeradr-dk+19nosruvberlingskeDWSCMPmorgunbladidpublicoaktualne-cz+11 more17d ago22 sources

Vietnamese Cargo Ship Sinks in South China Sea, Dozens Missing

A Vietnamese cargo ship sank in the South China Sea, leaving at least 17 people missing and prompting a search and rescue operation. While 45 individuals were rescued, efforts continue to locate the remaining missing crew members.

Landslide in China Kills 8, Leaves Dozens Missing
WorldAl Jazeerayle-uutisetcbc+21nosaftonbladetDWle-figaroSCMPder-standardorfdie-presse+13 more26d ago24 sources

Landslide in China Kills 8, Leaves Dozens Missing

A deadly landslide in Chongqing, China, has resulted in at least eight fatalities and left 34 people missing. Rescue operations are underway as authorities work to locate survivors and assess the full extent of the disaster.

WorldDaily Star BD27d ago

Rescuers Face Risks in Bangladesh

A report highlights the dangers faced by rescuers in Bangladesh, emphasizing the inherent risks involved in their life-saving operations.

Dog Rescued After Eating Cannabis on UK's Highest Mountain
Culturefazel-mundodelfi-lt+1Times of India29d ago4 sources

Dog Rescued After Eating Cannabis on UK's Highest Mountain

A Labrador named Tokyo had to be rescued from Britain's highest mountain after becoming disoriented from eating cannabis. Rescuers discovered the dog's unusual condition after it began swaying and couldn't walk.

15 Indian Tourists Die in Phu Quoc Speedboat Accident
WorldDWtvn24Times of India+2hindustan-timesVnExpress1mo ago5 sources

15 Indian Tourists Die in Phu Quoc Speedboat Accident

Fifteen Indian tourists have died after a speedboat capsized off the coast of Phu Quoc, Vietnam, with rescuers braving towering waves to save others. The mortal remains of the victims are being repatriated to India.

Four Climbers Injured in Romanian Mountain Accident
Worlddigi24hotnews1mo ago2 sources

Four Climbers Injured in Romanian Mountain Accident

Four climbers were injured after their safety ropes reportedly broke, causing them to fall in the Albișoara Valley in Bușteni, Romania. Mountain rescuers were deployed to the scene for a rescue operation.

Shoe Factory Fire in China Kills 28, Owner Arrested
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+33Al Jazeeradr-dkyle-uutisetnosaftonbladetberlingskeDWle-figaro+25 more1mo ago36 sources

Shoe Factory Fire in China Kills 28, Owner Arrested

A fire at a shoe factory in China's Fujian province resulted in the deaths of at least 28 people, with some workers reportedly jumping from the roof to escape the flames. The factory owner and other responsible individuals have been arrested following the tragedy.

Colombia Earthquake: Over 250 Dead, Thousands Missing
WorldBBCbloombergwapo+15Al JazeeraFox NewsorfThe Independentn1-serbiala-vanguardiadanasiefimerida+7 more1d ago18 sources

Colombia Earthquake: Over 250 Dead, Thousands Missing

A powerful earthquake in Colombia has resulted in over 250 fatalities and more than 3,000 missing persons, prompting an urgent search and rescue operation. The disaster has been described as a "biblical catastrophe," testing the new president's administration as rescuers race against time.

Deadly 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia, Death Toll Rises
WorldNYTThe Guardiannrk+15aftonbladetDWlsm-lvsvenska-dagbladetla-repubblicael-mundodelfi-ltpolitiken+7 more1d ago18 sources

Deadly 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia, Death Toll Rises

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, resulting in at least 224 deaths and widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are underway to find survivors amidst the rubble, with hospitals overwhelmed and an urgent humanitarian crisis unfolding in affected areas.

Dramatic Rescues in Greece Amidst Fire and Waves
Worldnaftemporikinewsbeast2d ago2 sources

Dramatic Rescues in Greece Amidst Fire and Waves

Dramatic rescue efforts were captured on video in Greece, showing a battle against waves to save a woman in Chania and the anxious rescue of an elderly woman during a fire in Kouvaras. These incidents highlight the bravery of rescuers in challenging conditions.

Indonesian Ferry Fire Kills 5, Dozens Missing
WorldAPReutersBBC+10NPRcbcSCMPNHK Worldaktualne-czhindustan-timesKorea Herald20-minuten+2 more9d ago13 sources

Indonesian Ferry Fire Kills 5, Dozens Missing

A ferry fire off Indonesia's Madura island has resulted in at least five deaths, with rescuers searching for dozens of missing passengers. The exact number of missing individuals remains unknown.

Mountain rescuers evacuate woman with broken ankle from Pirin
Worlddnevnik-bg9d ago

Mountain rescuers evacuate woman with broken ankle from Pirin

Mountain rescuers conducted a 10-hour operation to rescue a woman with a broken ankle in Pirin. The signal was received on August 1st from the area between the peaks Zabat and Yalovarnika, and difficult terrain prevented helicopter involvement.

Deadly Earthquakes Strike Japan, Thousands Evacuated
WorldBBCbloombergle-monde+43The Guardiandr-dkyle-uutisetcbchelsingin-sanomatruvukrainska-pravdafaz+35 more13d ago46 sources

Deadly Earthquakes Strike Japan, Thousands Evacuated

A series of powerful earthquakes, including a magnitude 7, struck Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan, causing buildings to collapse and leaving several people in cardiac arrest. Thousands have been evacuated as rescuers search for those trapped.

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Japan, Rescue Efforts Underway
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+50FTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeerayle-uutisetcbcnos+42 more14d ago53 sources

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Japan, Rescue Efforts Underway

A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck southern Japan, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and significant damage to infrastructure, including collapsed bridges and damaged roads. Rescuers are in a race against time to find survivors trapped under rubble, with hundreds of thousands evacuated.

Five Bosnian Mountaineers Die on Mount Elbrus, Day of Mourning Declared
WorldThe Guardiandr-dkyle-uutiset+29helsingin-sanomatnosaftonbladetvgpublicoaktualne-czdelfi-ltdelo+21 more15d ago32 sources

Five Bosnian Mountaineers Die on Mount Elbrus, Day of Mourning Declared

Five Bosnian mountaineers from Zenica died on Mount Elbrus due to a sudden change in weather, prompting a day of mourning in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Brčko District. Survivors described the unexpected severe weather conditions, and efforts are underway to transport the bodies back to Bosnia and Herzegovina after identification.

Bosnian Climbers Die on Russia's Mount Elbrus
WorldMoscow Times17d ago

Bosnian Climbers Die on Russia's Mount Elbrus

Several Bosnian climbers have died on Russia's Mount Elbrus, according to Russia's Emergency Situations Ministry. Rescuers managed to save two other climbers, who were evacuated for medical treatment.

Additional Forces Mobilized in Bușteni After Flood
Worlddigi2423d ago

Additional Forces Mobilized in Bușteni After Flood

Additional firefighters and heavy equipment have been mobilized in Bușteni, Romania, following a flood that affected the resort town. Rescuers are continuing operations to clear flood effects and support the population.

Ambulance Crash in Chania Kills Patient, Injures Rescuers
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1avgi24d ago4 sources

Ambulance Crash in Chania Kills Patient, Injures Rescuers

An ambulance in Chania, Greece, was involved in a fatal collision with a car, resulting in the death of the patient it was transporting due to cardiac arrest. Two rescuers were also injured in the crash, which caused the ambulance to overturn.

Drone Attacks Target Moscow and Zaporizhzhia Region
Worldruvukrinform25d ago2 sources

Drone Attacks Target Moscow and Zaporizhzhia Region

Drone attacks have been reported in Moscow and other Russian cities, while in the Zaporizhzhia region, Russian drones attacked rescuers during firefighting operations. These incidents highlight ongoing drone activity impacting both civilian areas and emergency services.

Search Suspended for Missing Boaters After Alcatraz Capsizing
WorldNYTThe GuardianFox News+10nosaftonbladetDWle-figarotelexaktualne-czYahooirish-independent+2 more27d ago13 sources

Search Suspended for Missing Boaters After Alcatraz Capsizing

The search has been suspended for three missing boaters after their vessel capsized near Alcatraz in San Francisco Bay amid 5-foot swells, an incident that has resulted in one confirmed death and left four people dead in total.

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 4,800
Environmentaktuality-skrte-news27d ago2 sources

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 4,800

An earthquake with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 in the Caracas area of Venezuela has claimed over 4,800 lives. Rescuers and families continue to search through the rubble of collapsed buildings for the many still missing.

Multiple Fatalities in Brussels Construction Site Fire
Worlddie-pressela-vanguardiahindustan-times29d ago3 sources

Multiple Fatalities in Brussels Construction Site Fire

Several people have died and others are missing after a fire erupted at a construction site in Brussels. Rescuers discovered lifeless victims in an elevator, with access to another elevator still pending. Over 200 workers were present when the fire broke out.

Pune Building Collapse Rescue Efforts Continue
Worldindian-express1mo ago

Pune Building Collapse Rescue Efforts Continue

Rescue efforts are ongoing following a building collapse in Pune, with challenges increasing as rescuers work to find the remaining eight people, while survivors recount their harrowing experiences and a victim's last message to parents is revealed.

Wreckage of Missing Pakistani Cargo Plane Found in Arabian Sea
WorldBBCNYTThe Guardian+31Al JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetnosDWSCMPder-standardNHK World+23 more1mo ago34 sources

Wreckage of Missing Pakistani Cargo Plane Found in Arabian Sea

Rescuers have located the wreckage of a Pakistani cargo plane, a Boeing 737, that went missing over the Arabian Sea. A frantic search is now underway for the crew members.

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises to Nearly 3,700
WorldAl Jazeerayle-uutisetfaz+18aftonbladetlsm-lvder-standardel-mundodelfi-ltpolitikenYahooaktuality-sk+10 more1mo ago21 sources

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises to Nearly 3,700

The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has climbed to nearly 3,700, with 36 Spanish nationals among the deceased and 138 still missing. Efforts are underway to reopen the country's largest airport amidst the ongoing crisis.

Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises Amid Rescue Efforts
WorldBBCbloombergle-monde+58The GuardianNPRAl Jazeeranzzyle-uutisetcbcnosruv+50 more1d ago61 sources

Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises Amid Rescue Efforts

A powerful earthquake in Colombia has resulted in at least 181 deaths and over 1,300 injuries, with thousands still missing. Rescuers are racing against time to find survivors trapped under collapsed buildings, as the EU provides financial aid to support relief efforts.

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Colombia, Death Toll Rises
WorldbloombergNYTyle-uutiset+13le-figarorzeczpospolitaobservadordnevnik-bgiefimeridajerusalem-postchannel-news-asia20-minuten+5 more1d ago16 sources

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Colombia, Death Toll Rises

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, resulting in a rising death toll of over 220 people as rescuers continue to search for survivors in the rubble. Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sadness over the tragedy, and the EU pledged support to Colombia.

Storm Damages Power Line and Causes Havoc in Northern Moldova
Environmentnewsmaker-mdzdg-md5d ago2 sources

Storm Damages Power Line and Causes Havoc in Northern Moldova

Strong winds in northern Moldova have damaged the 330 kV Bălți–Dnestrovsk power line, leading to remediation efforts by Moldelectrica. Rescuers have also responded to multiple incidents of fallen trees and damaged roofs caused by the severe weather.

Russian Rescuers Detail Causes of Elbrus Tragedy
Worldklix-ba6d ago

Russian Rescuers Detail Causes of Elbrus Tragedy

Russian Ministry for Emergency Situations rescuers have provided official details on the causes of the tragic deaths of five Bosnian mountaineers on Elbrus, attributing a significant role to weather conditions and other factors.

Two Tragedies on the Tisza River in Hungary
Worldhvg9d ago

Two Tragedies on the Tisza River in Hungary

Two tragic incidents occurred on the Tisza River in one day, resulting in one fatality and another young person still missing. Water rescuers warn that swimming outside designated areas on the Tisza is extremely dangerous.

Czech Water Rescuers Busy with Insect Stings Amidst Heat
Healthirozhlas13d ago

Czech Water Rescuers Busy with Insect Stings Amidst Heat

Water rescuers at the Hracholusky dam in the Czech Republic have been exceptionally busy since the start of summer, responding to around eighty incidents in July, primarily dealing with insect stings rather than swimmers in the extreme heat.

New two-story emergency services base to be built in Frýdlant
Healthirozhlas14d ago

New two-story emergency services base to be built in Frýdlant

Health rescuers in Frýdlant, Czech Republic, will receive a new two-story dispatch base, with construction having just begun near the local hospital. The 108 million crown project aims to provide improved operating conditions and comfort for emergency personnel.

Russian Missile Strike Kills 10 at Arms Expo Near Kyiv
Worldbloombergnostagesschau+14ukrainska-pravdafazDWla-repubblicaorfrzeczpospolitatvn24delfi-lt+6 more19d ago17 sources

Russian Missile Strike Kills 10 at Arms Expo Near Kyiv

A Russian missile strike on an arms exhibition near Kyiv killed 10 people and injured around 100 others. Russia claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it targeted a drone demonstration.

Descendants of Jewish rescuers in Kedainiai region found
Worlddelfi-lt19d ago

Descendants of Jewish rescuers in Kedainiai region found

The Vilna Gaon Jewish History Museum has successfully located the descendants of Juozas and Ona Stankevičius, who rescued Jews in the Kedainiai region during World War II, bringing to light dramatic events previously known only through archives and survivor testimonies.

Fire in Slovak Production Hall Evacuates Over 100
Worldaktuality-sk22d ago

Fire in Slovak Production Hall Evacuates Over 100

A fire in a production hall in Kechnec, Slovakia, required immediate intervention from firefighters and rescuers, leading to the evacuation of 108 people, with nineteen inhaling combustion products.

Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Forms Government, and Addresses Cost of Living
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+58FTle-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbc+50 more22d ago61 sources

Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Forms Government, and Addresses Cost of Living

Andy Burnham has been appointed the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, immediately forming his government and making changes to ministerial positions. His administration has begun to tackle the cost of living crisis, with an initial focus on energy tax cuts, while also receiving congratulations from international leaders.

Landslide in Southwest China Kills Eight, Dozens Missing
WorldAl JazeeratagesschauNHK World+5tvn24The Independentn1-serbiaklix-bavijesti-me25d ago8 sources

Landslide in Southwest China Kills Eight, Dozens Missing

A landslide in Chongqing, southwest China, has killed at least eight people and left 34 others missing. Rescuers are facing difficult conditions as they search for survivors.

Update on Nolan Wells' Death Raises New Questions
WorldTimes of India26d ago

Update on Nolan Wells' Death Raises New Questions

Rescuers have provided new details regarding the death of Nolan Wells, suggesting strong currents and an underwater drop-off at Horn Island's northwest tip as potential explanations. Authorities are awaiting autopsy results and have found no evidence of foul play.

Man Trapped in Trench at Pasvalys Construction Site
Worlddelfi-lt27d ago

Man Trapped in Trench at Pasvalys Construction Site

In the Pasvalys district, a man became trapped up to his waist by earth in a 2.8-meter deep excavation at a construction site. Rescuers successfully extracted the injured individual and transferred him to medical personnel.

Slovak Rescuers Describe Devastation in Venezuela
Worlddennik-n1mo ago

Slovak Rescuers Describe Devastation in Venezuela

Slovak rescuers returning from Venezuela described the destruction, noting that 12-story panel buildings were reduced to small piles of rubble, with difficult conditions due to heat, humidity, and dust.

Ukraine Attacks Russian Ships in Azov Sea Amid Ongoing Strikes
WorldbloombergAl JazeeraFox News+34ruvukrainska-pravdafazDWlsm-lvSCMPsvenska-dagbladetder-standard+26 more1mo ago37 sources

Ukraine Attacks Russian Ships in Azov Sea Amid Ongoing Strikes

Ukraine has reported drone attacks on Russian ships in the Azov Sea, claiming to have hit multiple vessels. This comes as Russia continues its strikes on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Odesa, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure.

Mauro Prosperi's Sahara Ultramarathon Survival Story
Worldaktualne-cz1mo ago

Mauro Prosperi's Sahara Ultramarathon Survival Story

Italian ultramarathon runner Mauro Prosperi, a favorite in the world's toughest ultramarathon, survived nine days alone in the Sahara Desert without water and navigation after being cut off by a sandstorm, baffling rescuers with his resilience.