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Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble as window for survival narrows in Colombia

Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble as window for survival narrows in Colombia

Rescuers in Colombia are racing against time to find survivors after a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit the country on Monday

Indonesia's free meals drive leaves remote kitchen investors deep in debt

Indonesia's free meals drive leaves remote kitchen investors deep in debt

By Ananda Teresia GORONTALO, Indonesia, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Loan sharks are circling a kitchen that stands on stilts above the waters of Tomini Bay, off the coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island in the remote fishing village of Torosiaje.

Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort

Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort

By Nelson Bocanegra and Julia Symmes Cobb CALI/PEREIRA, Colombia, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Hopes of finding more survivors from the powerful earthquake that rocked Colombia early this week were fading on Thursday as rescue workers narrowed their searches, while families in the worst-hit areas waited for

FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program

FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program

An enduring conspiracy theory has resurfaced on social media after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, with users blaming a research program in Alaska for the disaster

Indonesian rescuers evacuate dozens from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Indonesian rescuers evacuate dozens from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Authorities in Indonesia say rescuers evacuated 172 people and recovered the body of a passenger from a ferry that caught fire Wednesday in rough seas between Bali and Lombok

Crews work to rescue more passengers from burning ferry near Bali, Indonesia

Crews work to rescue more passengers from burning ferry near Bali, Indonesia

Crews are battling a fire and trying to rescue more survivors from a burning passenger ferry in rough seas near the Indonesian tourist island of Bali

Rescuers evacuate more than 200 from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Rescuers evacuate more than 200 from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Authorities in Indonesia say rescuers evacuated 211 people and recovered the body of a passenger from a ferry that caught fire Wednesday in rough seas between Bali and Lombok

Taiwan condemns 'dangerous' planned Chinese navy drill with Indonesia to its east

Taiwan condemns 'dangerous' planned Chinese navy drill with Indonesia to its east

TAIPEI, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Taiwan's government has condemned "dangerous" planned Chinese navy drills with an Indonesian warship off the island's east coast, saying Beijing was trying to create a false impression to the international community that it controls those waters.

He wandered two quake-shattered landscapes. Now an AP photographer reflects on what his lens saw

He wandered two quake-shattered landscapes. Now an AP photographer reflects on what his lens saw

He moved through the aftermath of two deadly earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia, documenting damage to structures, neighborhoods and human lives

Latin American Leaders Offer Support to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake

Latin American Leaders Offer Support to Colombia After Devastating Earthquake

Following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia, Latin American leaders have expressed solidarity and offered assistance. The earthquake, which struck near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department, has prompted responses from several countries. Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has offered a team of 47 rescue workers, while Chile's President José Antonio Kast has pledged support, drawing on Chile's own experiences with seismic events. Venezuela has also extended an offer of humanitarian aid and rescue teams. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino has expressed willingness to assist within Panama's capabilities. The earthquake has resulted in significant casualties and damage, prompting a regional response to aid Colombia in its recovery efforts.