The Latest Breaking News from Earthquakes

MLS Predictions: Rivalries, Star Player Clashes Highlight Matchday 19

After a busy week for the 2026 MLS All-Stars, all 30 teams are back in action in regular season play.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 31

Argentine Soccer Player Lucas Trejo Breaks Silence After Venezuela Earthquakes Killed His Wife and Two Children, Vows to Return

One month after Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes changed thousands of lives forever, Argentine soccer player Lucas Trejo has broken his silence, sharing an emotional message of faith, gratitude and determination after losing his wife and two young children in one of the country's deadliest disasters.

Latin Times · Jul 30

Japan's latest earthquake damages Kumamoto Castle, the 400-year-old fortress still battling nature after centuries of survival

Kumamoto Castle, renowned for its stunning samurai architecture, has endured severe damage due to earthquakes, notably the catastrophic tremors in 2016 that ravaged the historic site. The castle faced further challenges during another quake in July 2026, exacerbating its damage. Current restoration efforts emphasize the preservation of original materials while…

The Times of India · Jul 30

US Southern Command Ends Earthquake Mission in Venezuela as Death Toll Tops 5,000 and Humanitarian Needs Persist

The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) has officially concluded its military support mission in Venezuela following last month's devastating twin earthquakes, ending one of the largest U.S. humanitarian deployments in the region in recent years. While American troops are leaving, aid organizations warn that the humanitarian emergency is far from over

Latin Times · Jul 27

ISRO-NASA's NISAR satellite reveals the ground shifted by 60 cm during Venezuela's earthquake: Here's what scientists discovered

New observations from the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite show that Venezuela's June earthquakes caused the ground to shift by up to 60 centimetres. The significant surface displacement helps explain the extensive damage reported in Caracas and La Guaira. Using its Urgent Response system, the satellite provided rapid data to support disaster…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

In 132 AD, China built a machine that could detect earthquakes hundreds of miles away: How Zhang Heng created the world's first earthquake detection device?

In 132 AD, China built a machine that could detect earthquakes hundreds of miles away through a device created by Chinese scientist Zhang Heng. The machine is known as the first seismograph in history. It used a pendulum, metal dragons, and frogs to detect ground vibrations. The invention helped the…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

Five Players Snubbed From the 2026 MLS All-Star Roster

The 2026 MLS All-Star Game pits some of the league’s best talents against Liga MX’s All-Stars.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 26

In 1520, Magellan reached calm Pacific waters after surviving a stormy strait, inspiring the name “Mar Pacifico” for the world’s largest ocean

Ferdinand Magellan named the Pacific Ocean 'Mar Pacifico' in 1520. This vast ocean is now known for powerful typhoons and earthquakes. Magellan's expedition sought a westward route to the Spice Islands. He navigated the hazardous Strait of Magellan before entering calm waters. This enduring geographical name originated from a fleeting…

The Times of India · Jul 25

Families still searching for loved ones a month after Venezuela earthquakes, in photos

A month after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, families are still seeking closure as crews remove rubble from collapsed buildings in La Guaira and the search continues for the bodies of loved ones.

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Venezuela Is Still Reeling From Devastating Twin Earthquakes a Month Ago. Business And Workers Are Struggling To Recover

While families are still searching for missing loved ones and others are trying to work out where they will live after Venezuela's twin earthquakes on 24 June, many are now facing another challenge: how to earn a living.

International Business Times · Jul 24