The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a ‘doublet.’ Here’s how they happen
Doublets indicate a complex fault structure, like the one in Venezuela that’s known as the Bocono fault.
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Venezuelans in the US rush to send aid to earthquake victims, but Caracas airport is closed
The quakes were among the strongest in Venezuela in more than a century.
What to know about earthquake early warning systems
Many nations have developed systems for alerting people seconds before shaking begins.
Trump-endorsed de la Espriella declared winner of Colombia’s presidential runoff election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire political newcomer, has been declared Colombia’s next president. Electoral authorities announced his victory on Wednesday after a close runoff election on Sunday.
Lebanese on the edge of Israel’s occupation live with fear and rising tensions
Lebanese living on the edge of Israel’s self-styled security zone in southern Lebanon are struggling in the shadow of military occupation.
Alibaba sues the US Defense Department in a bid to remove ‘Chinese military company’ designation
This label, announced June 8, marks Alibaba as a national security threat, causing reputational damage.
2 students in custody after shooting at high school in Philippines kills 3
Two students opened fire at a Philippine high school, killing three and wounding seven. Officials are investigating school bullying and security.
Pope Leo XIV warns wars are ‘fed’ faster than people as aid money dries up
Pope Leo XIV says wars are being sustained more easily than people are fed. He urged governments to strengthen resources to combat hunger.
Kenya’s health minister found in contempt of court over US-backed Ebola facility
Kenya’s High Court has found the health minister in contempt of court for failing to halt the construction of an Ebola quarantine facility intended for Americans, despite existing court orders.
Mexico’s president seeks to restart oil shipments to Cuba as island’s crises deepen
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country seeks to restart oil shipments to Cuba soon, a move that could provide much needed relief as the island’s crises deepen given a lack of petroleum.