A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines, prompting a tsunami warning. Details are still emerging, and authorities are monitoring the situation.
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6.1 earthquake reported in Cuba, reportedly felt in parts of Florida
A 6.1 earthquake near Cuba was felt in parts of Florida, prompting evacuations and alarms. No damage or injuries reported; aftershocks expected.
A Sherpa’s “Absolute Miracle” Survival on Mount Everest Prompts Tough Questions for the Guiding Industry
Hillary Dawa Sherpa, missing for six days at 25,000 feet, was found alive near Base Camp. The rescue raises questions about safety and protocols on Everest.
First Look: Fenix LD31 RENEGADE Flashlight
The Fenix LD31 RENEGADE flashlight offers 3,200 lumens, a compact design, and versatile features, making it a top choice for everyday carry.
Photos: Farming in Ukraine’s War Zone
Ukrainian farmers continue working amid war, facing drone attacks, mined fields, and infrastructure damage. The situation impacts food security and local livelihoods.
Three Climbers Are Dead in Denali National Park
Three Latvian climbers died after a fall on Mount McKinley’s ‘The Autobahn’ section in Denali National Park, with one survivor rescued and hospitalized.
America Is Missing Out on the Ultimate Mosquito Weapon
A Chinese company claims to have developed a laser system capable of eliminating mosquitoes mid-flight, but the U.S. has yet to adopt this technology. Here’s what is known.
This is Guo Gangtang, whose son Xinzhen was kidnapped in 1997. He spent 24 years searching across China, riding over 500,000 km using up his life savings. They were finally reunited in 2021, and his journey ended up helping authorities find over 100 other missing children.
Guo Gangtang, who searched for his kidnapped son Xinzhen for 24 years across China, was reunited with him in 2021, ending a decades-long ordeal.
Two Climbers Died While Descending from the Summit of Mount Everest
Two Indian-origin climbers died on Mount Everest on May 21-22 after reaching the summit, marking the season’s first fatalities among client climbers.
TIL that in 2021, 11-year-old Laney Perdue became the sole survivor of a plane crash thanks to her father, who wrapped her in a bear hug as the plane was going down. When she was recovered alive from the crash, all her injuries were on the opposite side of her body from where her father was sitting.
In 2021, 11-year-old Laney Perdue was the sole survivor of a Michigan plane crash that killed her father and three others, with her recovery ongoing.