TODAY IN HISTORY: Seven Estonians Taken Hostage in Lebanon, Beginning the Bekaa Valley Hostage Crisis
In March 2011, seven Estonian tourists cycling in the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, were taken hostage, sparking a crisis that involved the Estonian government and local authorities.
Real-time prediction of tsunami flooding: Early response and enhanced observation network
A new system developed by Tohoku University aims to provide real-time predictions of tsunami flooding, enhancing disaster response capabilities following lessons learned from the catastrophic 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
Bonds woven since the disaster: The last dispatched staff member from Nagoya to Rikuzentakata after 15 years
This article marks the conclusion of a 15-year support initiative by Nagoya City following the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, highlighting the final dispatched staff member's experiences.
The Crown Princess will not «disclose private friendships». – They must have checked who he is.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit visited Jeffrey Epstein in 2011 but has chosen not to disclose details of their friendship despite feeling unsafe during their contact period.
The trap of Pasok
The article reflects on the historical significance and decline of the Greek political party Pasok since 2011.
German bond yields return to 2011 levels – 20-day rise in oil prices breaks 1989 record
Eurozone bond yields reached their highest level in 15 years as oil prices are on track for their largest three-day rise in nearly 40 years.
The blueprint of chaos: How the 2011 ‘Libya model’ orchestrated a decade of global disorder
The article examines how the 2011 intervention in Libya under the 'responsibility to protect' (R2P) doctrine led to significant global disorder over the past decade.
Former mayor of Americana and current Secretary of Education of Taboão da Serra sentenced to return R$ 276,000 from daycare construction
Diego De Nadai, the former mayor of Americana, and Luciano Corrêa, the current Secretary of Education of Taboão da Serra, have been ordered to repay R$ 276,600 to public coffers due to irregular payments made for daycare construction in 2011.
French tycoon Bolloré to face corruption trial over elections in Togo and Guinea
French billionaire Vincent Bolloré is facing trial for alleged corruption and embezzlement related to election campaigns in Togo and Guinea from 2009 to 2011.
In this town where a tsunami comes after an earthquake, a senior firefighter wants to convey to his junior
A senior firefighter reflects on the lessons learned from the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and the importance of conveying those lessons to newer recruits.
The "Difficulty of Speaking" about the Disaster Experienced at Okawa Elementary School: The Thoughts of Families Who Saw the Exhibition in Tokyo
A recent exhibition in Tokyo highlights the tragic events surrounding the 2011 tsunami that devastated Okawa Elementary School in Ishinomaki, Japan, where 84 victims, including students and staff, lost their lives.
The Finnish pearl owl has its own dialect, which is disappearing from the south with old forests
The Finnish pearl owl population is rapidly declining in southern Finland, with significant habitat loss and no recent nesting records since 2011 in Kanta-Häme.
Free with restrictive terms and bail the widow of George Tragkas
The widow of journalist George Tragkas has been released under restrictive conditions and a €100,000 bail after being charged with money laundering related to tax evasion of approximately €13 million from 2011 to 2020.
Redesigning the Heart of Oslo after the Tragedy
The article discusses the rebuilding of Norway's government headquarters in Oslo after the tragic 2011 terror attacks.
Chelsea receives a massive fine and transfer ban for the sins of the Abramovich era
Chelsea Football Club has been fined €11.5 million and imposed with a transfer ban due to secret payments made from 2011 to 2018.
It's #FAKE that Timothée Chalamet fell on the Oscars red carpet; photo shows an intruder falling at the Cannes Festival in 2011
A viral post falsely claims that actor Timothée Chalamet fell on the Oscars red carpet, but the image used actually depicts an incident from 2011 at the Cannes Festival.
The Growing Sneaker Market: A Turning Point Realized Through Comfort During the Earthquake and COVID-19 Pandemic
The sneaker market in Japan is experiencing significant growth, driven by changing consumer preferences towards comfort following major events like the 2011 earthquake and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mum with toddler vanishes while shopping with riddle over coin purse in car
Esra Uyrun, a mother of a toddler, disappeared while shopping in Clondalkin, Ireland, in 2011, leaving her family devastated by the unresolved mystery.
Services sector grows 0.3% in January and matches record, says IBGE
The services sector in Brazil grew by 0.3% in January compared to December, reaching a historical peak since the data series began in 2011.
Fan-favourite Lord of the Rings game may finally be making a comeback
The beloved co-op game 'Lord of the Rings: War in the North' from 2011 may be returning to the gaming market.
Ocean wave higher than a seven-story apartment building: fifteen years after the tsunami in Japan
The article reflects on the devastating impact of the 2011 tsunami in Japan, marking fifteen years since the disaster that claimed nearly 19,000 lives.
When the Pakistani team was trembling in Mohali! What did Afridi say?
Former Pakistani captain Shahid Afridi shared an untold story about the 2011 ODI World Cup semifinal match against India, revealing that the noise from the crowd was so overwhelming that some Pakistani players trembled with anxiety as they approached the crease.
'Pak players were trembling...', Afridi reveals during World Cup match
Former Pakistani captain Shahid Afridi shared an untold story about the 2011 World Cup semi-final against India, revealing that the overwhelming noise from the Indian crowd caused some Pakistani players to tremble with anxiety.
'If nobody does anything, this place will become a dead land': the warning of a resident who returned to Fukushima, 15 years after the disaster
Isuke Takakura has returned to his hometown of Futaba, Fukushima, 15 years after the 2011 disaster, highlighting the dramatic population decline and the emotional toll of living in a ghost town.
Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Still Discharging Contaminated Water, Will It Be Decommissioned by 2051?
The Fukushima nuclear power plant continues to struggle with the aftermath of its 2011 disaster, with decommissioning goals facing significant delays and uncertainties.
Forget the island: Jeffrey Epstein’s secret war for Libya’s billions
The article discusses how Jeffrey Epstein sought to exploit the turmoil in Libya in 2011 to gain access to billions of frozen Libyan assets.
The Face of My Daughter Came to Mind Amidst the Tsunami: Firefighters’ Post-Survival Sense of Guilt
Firefighter Junosuke Oikawa, reflecting on the 2011 tsunami disaster in Japan, grapples with survivor's guilt after losing colleagues while trying to save lives.
When the Fukushima Nuclear Plant Exploded due to the Earthquake, Explosions Continued for Several Days
The anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster is a reminder of one of history's most severe nuclear crises following a devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan on March 11, 2011.
Daughter Found 100 Kilometers Away with a Small Urn: 3.11
On the 11th, a family was seen at Otani Beach in Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, holding a small urn containing the remains of their daughter, who went missing during the 2011 tsunami.
Culture After the 2011 Tragedy in Japan: Ellipsis and Respect for the Victims
This article examines how Japanese authors have reflected on trauma and cultural responses following the catastrophic events of 2011, particularly the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster.
Touring the ghost towns of Fukushima 15 years after the nuclear tragedy
The article explores the remnants of Fukushima's ghost towns, illustrating the lasting impact of the 2011 nuclear disaster.
The last principal of Okawa Elementary, who lost his wife and father, amidst loss and conflict
As the anniversary of the 2011 earthquake approaches, a former principal reflects on the profound personal losses he endured during the disaster.
Firefighter Who Helped Others Was Swept Away by Tsunami... The Pain Left in the Community 'There's No Answer'
The article discusses the tragic impact of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami on local firefighters, emphasizing the loss of lives in their efforts to save others.
Tsunami Evacuation Guidance Manual Established by Miyagi Prefectural Police at 10 Stations: Challenges and Unexpected Issues
The Miyagi Prefectural Police have developed a 'Tsunami Evacuation Guidance Manual' in response to the lessons learned from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, aiming to enhance the safety of evacuation operations.
BALTIC SEA ANOMALY ⟩ What is this mystical and gigantic stone object on the seabed that scientists cannot explain?
The Baltic Sea Anomaly, discovered by OceanX in 2011, continues to baffle scientists due to its unique symmetry and geometric shapes, with no clear scientific consensus on its origin.
Man sentenced for homicide in 2011 is arrested in Açailândia, MA
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Açailândia, Brazil, following the enforcement of two arrest warrants related to qualified homicide, drug trafficking, and illegal possession of a firearm.
Ex-Syrian colonel appears in UK court on charges of crimes against humanity
A former Syrian colonel is facing charges of crimes against humanity in a UK court related to his role in the Syrian government's crackdown on pro-democracy protests in 2011.
"Welcome back" Candle Night hoping for reconstruction in Futaba, Fukushima Prefecture
A Candle Night event in Futaba, Fukushima Prefecture, was held to commemorate the victims of the 2011 earthquake and to wish for the area's reconstruction as the 15th anniversary of the disaster approaches.
The ‘shock’ of vacant lots in the post-reconstruction city: future projections utilizing lessons from Tohoku
The city of Sukumo in Kochi Prefecture has developed a pre-reconstruction plan to prepare for potential natural disasters, reflecting on the slow recovery and population decline following the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.
What I have encountered in Fukushima is a slow-running disaster that continues
The article reflects on the ongoing impact of the 2011 Fukushima disaster fifteen years after the event, linking it to Norway's current discussions on nuclear power.
Unexpressed 'Thank You' to My Wife: A 71-Year-Old Husband Lives on After the Earthquake
A 71-year-old man from Sendai reflects on his daily ritual of visiting the gravesite of his wife and family, whom he lost in the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
"I might have survived" regrets of the commander: the withdrawal order that couldn't be issued
The article reflects on the regrets of Naoto Takeuchi, the former head of the police department in Miyagi Prefecture, during the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami and the difficult decisions he faced in issuing evacuation orders for the safety of his officers.
Will Trump Deploy This Elite Team in Iran?
U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing for ground operations against Iran, considering sending an elite team similar to the one that executed the Osama bin Laden operation in Pakistan in 2011.
United Kingdom: a man charged with crimes against humanity linked to protests in Syria in 2011
A man in the UK has been charged with crimes against humanity for his involvement in the violent repression of pro-democracy protests in Syria in 2011.
23 expelled!: the damning report of the battle between Atlético Mineiro vs Cruzeiro that did not dethrone an Argentine football match from the Guinness World Record
A massive brawl during the Campeonato Mineiro final resulted in 23 expulsions, prompting Guinness World Records to confirm that the record for most red cards in a match still belongs to an Argentine game in 2011.
17-year-old Marco Gallo, believer and altruist. The process for his beatification begins
The beatification process for Marco Gallo, a 17-year-old who died in a car accident in 2011, has commenced, led by Archbishop Mario Delpini on what would have been his 32nd birthday.
German Youth Protests Against Conscription - "These Are Not Our Soldiers"
Youth across Germany are protesting against the country's conscription model which has shifted to a voluntary basis since 2011, amid concerns over military staffing.
Mother's grief: 'Even if it was cowardly, I wanted him to live' - Her son perished in the tsunami while serving his duty
A mother reflects on the loss of her son, a police officer who died while evacuating residents during the 2011 tsunami in Japan.
255 People in Their Prime Lost Their Lives at Work...1.4% of the Earthquake Victims: Data Tells the Tale of Sacrifice
The 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake resulted in 255 individuals dying in the line of duty, accounting for 1.4% of the total fatalities, as many tried to aid others during the disaster.
"There is no request" told by the hospital - Regret of a doctor dispatched by DMAT
The article discusses the regrets of a doctor involved in the DMAT (Disaster Medical Assistance Team) response during the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, highlighting the initial lack of requests for medical assistance from coastal hospitals despite their critical need.