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BREAKING: Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Sangay, Philippines
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BREAKING: Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Sangay, Philippines

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A magnitude 5.9 earthquake occurred 29 kilometers west of Sangay, Philippines, at 06:47 UTC on January 28, 2026, according to the U.S. Geological...

Jan 28, 2026 11:24 AM 2 min read
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BREAKING: Major Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Indiana Counties Until Noon Today
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BREAKING: Major Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Indiana Counties Until Noon Today

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An Extreme Cold Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Vigo, Clay, and Owen counties in Indiana, effective from January 28 at...

Jan 28, 2026 09:55 AM 2 min read
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BREAKING: Severe Drought Conditions Affecting Multiple Nations Across Central Asia and the Middle East
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BREAKING: Severe Drought Conditions Affecting Multiple Nations Across Central Asia and the Middle East

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What this means for you: • If you are in the affected regions, conserve water and follow local advisories on water usage. • Expect potential...

Jan 27, 2026 05:22 PM 2 min read
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China’s Baby Bust
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China’s Baby Bust

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China saw a record-low birth rate last year, with about 7.92 million births and 11.28 million deaths in 2025, according to the National Bureau of...

Jan 19, 2026 07:00 PM 1 min read
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South Korean court sentences impeached president to five years in prison.
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South Korean court sentences impeached president to five years in prison.

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The court found former president Yoon Suk Yeol guilty of abusing his power, obstructing justice, and falsifying documents. The verdict marks the...

Jan 16, 2026 07:00 PM 1 min read
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Myanmar votes in second phase of military-run election
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Myanmar votes in second phase of military-run election

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Myanmar held the second phase of its military-run election on Sunday, covering 107 of 330 townships, after delays due to fighting. The junta says...

Jan 09, 2026 07:00 PM 1 min read
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