Powerful quake hits Russia, Tsunami warnings issued

A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit near the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East today. The earthquake happened about 126 km from the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and was felt strongly in nearby areas. The quake caused tsunami warnings in several countries, including Japan, the United States, and Guam. In Russia, tsunami waves of 3 to 4 metres were reported in …

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SL Press Association and SACCJF launch SL chapter to strengthen South Asian climate journalism

The South Asia Climate Change Journalists’ Forum (SACCJF) officially opened its Sri Lanka Chapter on Saturday, July 26th, at the scenic Bolagala Agro Floating Resort in Katana, Negombo. This new chapter is part of a growing regional network aimed at raising awareness of climate change issues. SACCJF has already launched chapters in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. The Pakistan Chapter is …

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Boeing flight catches fire on runway at U.S. airport

A Boeing 737 Max 8 operated by American Airlines caught fire on the runway at Denver International Airport on Saturday, prompting a swift emergency evacuation of more than 170 passengers. The aircraft, operating Flight 3023 to Miami, experienced a mechanical issue involving a tire while accelerating for takeoff. This led to smoke and a small fire near the plane’s landing …

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