Jakarta (AFP) April 27, 2024 - A magnitude-6.5 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia s Java island on Saturday, the country s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) reported.
Washington (AFP) April 27, 2024 - Dozens of tornadoes struck the central United States on Friday, razing homes, knocking down power lines and injuring at least three people, authorities said.
Nairobi (AFP) April 27, 2024 - Seventy-six people in Kenya have lost their lives to floods triggered by torrential monsoon downpours since March, the government said Saturday, warning residents to brace for even heavier rainfall.
Ottawa (AFP) April 26, 2024 - The world may solve plastic pollution without insisting on a cap on its production - which environmental activists want but industry opposes, preferring more recycling - Canada s environment minister said Friday.
Beijing (AFP) April 27, 2024 - At least five people were killed and 33 injured after a tornado struck the Chinese city of Guangzhou on Saturday, state media reported.