Earthquake safety

Last Updated: May 06, 2023, 02:58 ISTEarthquakes are common in Japan, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, an arc of intense seismic activity that stretches through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin. (Image: ReutersWeather…

The death toll from massive earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday continues to rise as rescuers swarm the wreckage and brave freezing temperatures in the hopes of finding survivors. At least 5,000 people have died and…

Devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have left more than 2,600 dead and thousands more injured. And as the world grapples with questions on how best to help, experts say there are grim insights for other regions — including…