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Tectonic Activity

6.3-Magnitude Quake Strikes Northern Afghanistan, Killing at Least 20 and Injuring Hundreds

Officials say counts are preliminary pending full access to remote districts, with formal damage assessments to follow.

Powerful Offshore Quake Strikes Southern Philippines; Tsunami Threat Lifted

Cebu Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 69 as Search Continues

Afghanistan Quake Leaves 800–1,100 Dead as Rescuers Struggle to Reach Cut-Off Villages

3.0-Magnitude Quake Rattles New York Metro From Hasbrouck Heights Epicenter