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Earthquakes

Earthquake of 6 magnitude strikes central Philippines, no immediate reports of damage or casualties

The quake was at a depth of 10km, the GFZ said.
The quake was at a depth of 10km, the GFZ said.

5.7-magnitude earthquake jolts western Japan; no tsunami warning issued

No tsunami warning was issued.
No tsunami warning was issued.

5.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan region, says research centre

The quake hit at 8.39pm local time at a depth of 97km, off the small island of Yilan in north-eastern Taiwan, according to data from the US Geological Survey.
The quake hit at 8.39pm local time at a depth of 97km, off the small island of Yilan in north-eastern Taiwan, according to data from the US Geological Survey.

Vancouver mayor calls on Whitecaps, B.C. government to keep team in city

Apr 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN;  Vancouver Whitecaps FC fans hold up signage prior to the first half against the Colorado Rapids at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images
Apr 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN;  Vancouver Whitecaps FC fans hold up signage prior to the first half against the Colorado Rapids at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images

6.2-magnitude quake in Hokkaido latest to shake Japan; no tsunami warning issued

The early morning quake occured at a depth of 80km in the Tokachi region of the northern main island, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
The early morning quake occured at a depth of 80km in the Tokachi region of the northern main island, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

Japan lifts evacuation orders for April 20 earthquake

An electronic signboard warned people about earthquake risks in Sendai, north-eastern Japan on April 20.
An electronic signboard warned people about earthquake risks in Sendai, north-eastern Japan on April 20.

Six hurt but no serious damage from powerful quake that struck Japan on April 20

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) also warned of an increased risk of a megaquake hours after the 7.7-magnitude quake struck on April 20.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) also warned of an increased risk of a megaquake hours after the 7.7-magnitude quake struck on April 20.

Japan issues warning after 7.7-magnitude quake strikes north

An electronic signboard warning road users about earthquake risk in Sendai, north-eastern Japan, on April 20, 2026.
An electronic signboard warning road users about earthquake risk in Sendai, north-eastern Japan, on April 20, 2026.

5-magnitude earthquakes strike off mountainous Nagano in Japan: NHK

The quake hit Omachi in northern Nagano around 1.20pm (12.20pm, Singapore time).
The quake hit Omachi in northern Nagano around 1.20pm (12.20pm, Singapore time).

Eight dead after earthquake of magnitude 5.9 strikes Afghanistan

People check the damage on April 2 caused by heavy rains in Kandahar, Afghanistan.
People check the damage on April 2 caused by heavy rains in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

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