January 1 earthquake kills 222 in Japan

January 1 earthquake kills 222 in Japan

(VOVWORLD) - The powerful quakes of up to 7.6 magnitude that jolted central Japan on New Year's Day has led to 222 deaths, and the ensuing tsunami waves flooded 190...
Japan quake: Rescuers rush to reach survivors

Japan quake: Rescuers rush to reach survivors

(VOVWORLD) - At least 48 people were killed after a powerful earthquake hit Japan on New Year's Day, with rescue teams struggling on Tuesday to reach isolated areas where buildings had...
Afghan earthquakes kill 2,400 people

Afghan earthquakes kill 2,400 people

(VOVWORLD) - More than 2,400 people were killed by earthquakes in Afghanistan, the Taliban said Sunday, in the deadliest tremors to rock the quake-prone country in years