A homemade bomb exploded outside an upscale restaurant in central Moscow on Saturday, killing at least three people and injuring 21 others. Russian authorities said a woman carrying the explosive device was stopped by security before the bomb detonated, killing her, a security guard, and a customer. Some media reports later claimed the death toll had risen to five, though officials had not confirmed those … Continue reading Female Bomber Kills at Least 3, Injures 21 Near Moscow Restaurant

At least 72 people have died after a massive surge of migrants from Morocco attempted to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with five more bodies recovered Sunday. More than 50,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta by land and sea, though most were quickly returned to Morocco. Many migrants reportedly drowned or were crushed while trying to scale border barriers, and more than 1,000 people required … Continue reading Death toll from migrant rush into Spanish enclave in North Africa rises to 72

An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire Sunday while traveling from Surabaya to Makassar, leaving at least five people dead. The blaze broke out off the coast of Java, forcing passengers to wear life jackets and some to jump into the sea as flames spread across the vessel. Rescue teams, tugboats, and nearby ships evacuated 227 passengers and crew members from the burning ferry. … Continue reading Blaze on an Indonesian passenger ferry leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing

Two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a massive wildfire northwest of Athens, Greece, as crews continued working to contain flames that have destroyed more than 100 homes. One helicopter crew was rescued safely, while search-and-rescue efforts continued for the second crew after the crash. The wildfire also forced evacuations in western Attica and on the tourist island of Kefalonia, with firefighters trying to prevent the … Continue reading Two firefighting helicopters collide west of Athens as Greece battles wildfires

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck near Suez, Egypt, early Monday morning, causing strong shaking near the epicenter and tremors that were felt as far away as Cairo. The shallow quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, making the shaking more noticeable across the region. Some residents reported their homes shaking, while several Android users said they received earthquake alerts seconds before the tremor. Earthquakes … Continue reading Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes Egypt, shaking felt in Cairo

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck near Naples on Friday, with its epicenter in the Phlegraean Fields, Europe’s largest active supervolcano. The quake was the strongest recorded since increased ground movement, known as bradyseism, began in the region. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries, although power outages, fallen debris, and a building facade collapse were reported. The tremor was felt across Naples … Continue reading Magnitude-4.7 earthquake strikes near Naples supervolcano

At least 25 people were killed and dozens more injured after a passenger bus overturned near the coastal town of Boumerdes, east of Algiers, on Friday. Authorities said the cause of the crash remains under investigation, while the injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb visited the crash site and met with emergency responders. The tragedy follows several deadly bus … Continue reading At least 25 people killed in Algeria bus crash

A wildfire broke out Friday afternoon on the slopes of Mount Poikilo in Aspropyrgos, west of Athens, prompting a large emergency response. More than 100 firefighters, aircraft, helicopters, and local water tankers were deployed to battle the fast-moving blaze. Authorities issued evacuation alerts through Greece’s 112 emergency system, urging residents in affected areas to move to safety. The region was already under a Category 4, … Continue reading Wildfire breaks out near Athens, prompting evacuation alerts

Super Typhoon Dolphin has strengthened into a powerful Category 5-equivalent storm with sustained winds of 160 mph as it moves northwest across the Western Pacific. Forecasters say the storm underwent explosive intensification, with winds increasing by 95 mph in just 24 hours and a tiny “pinhole eye” signaling its rapid strengthening. While Dolphin currently poses no immediate threat to land, it is expected to reach … Continue reading Super Typhoon Dolphin barrels towards Asia as it reaches 160 mph winds