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Powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern Afghanistan, triggering landslides and widespread damage

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck northern Afghanistan early on November 3, 2025, causing severe shaking across the provinces of Samangan and Balkh. According to the U.S. Geologica...

Cebu Earthquake: Province Declares State of Calamity After Deadly Quake

A powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the central Philippines on Tuesday night, killing at least 69 people and leaving hundreds injured. The province of Cebu, which bore the brunt of the impact,...

Balancing Coastal Risk: Japan’s 395–430 km Tsunami Seawall with Nature-Based Measures and Localised Opposition

Following the 2011 Tōhoku event, authorities advanced a nationwide tsunami risk-reduction program centered on a continuous series of coastal barriers often referred to as the “Great Wall of Japan.” T...

Seismic Swarms in Tokara: A Reminder of Japan’s Tectonic Complexity and the Projection of the Mega Earthquake

Over 500 earthquakes shook Japan’s Tokara Islands in June 2025, with the strongest tremors reaching magnitude 5.1. While no major damage was reported, this seismic swarm has prompted renewed analysis...

Future-Ready Tripura: Green & Seismic-Resistant High-Rise on the Rise

In the heart of Agartala, a 14-storey government office complex is transforming Tripura’s infrastructure narrative. Slated for completion by December 2026, this Rs 133.89 crore G+14 project is more t...

Geotechnical news recap of March 2025 now on YouTube!

You can now find Geoengineer.org's latest news recap video on YouTube, which includes what we found to be the most interesting geotechnical news of March 2025. Namely, these were: 1) Geotechnica...

Geotechnical news recap of February 2025 now on YouTube!

You can now find Geoengineer.org's latest news recap video on YouTube, which includes what we found to be the most interesting geotechnical news of February 2025. Namely, these were: 1) Santorini on...

2018 Tragedy Remembered: Fuego Volcano Eruption Forces Evacuations

Guatemala’s Fuego Volcano, one of the most active in the world, erupted once again, spewing gas, ash, and molten rock into the sky. The eruption, which began overnight, has forced nearly 300 families...

From Tremors to Insights: AI Enhances Seismic Prediction in Santorini

The picturesque island of Santorini, known for its stunning landscapes and rich geological history, is currently facing a surge in seismic activity. As earthquakes continue to rattle the region, scie...

Santorini on Edge: Hundreds of Quakes Trigger Landslides and Safety Warnings

Santorini, the world-famous Greek island, is facing an unprecedented seismic crisis. Over 200 earthquakes have rattled the region in just four days, causing mass evacuations, landslides, and widespre...

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