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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Editorial: The Daejeon Factory Disaster Similar to โ€˜AriSelโ€™ Must Hold Authorities and Management Accountable

The Daejeon factory disaster mirrors the previous AriSel incident, revealing neglected safety measures and a lack of accountability among authorities and management.

Mar 23 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Corrected about the largest train disaster in the history of Greece

The article discusses an update on Greece's largest train disaster, addressing corrections and clarifications regarding the incident.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Starmer condemns antisemitic arson attack in London

More than 81 people have lost their lives due to severe flooding in Kenya throughout March.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Heavy floods hit Hawaii

More than 230 people have been evacuated in Hawaii due to severe flooding, with Hollywood actor Jason Momoa also forced to evacuate his home.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Earthquake of Magnitude 4.1 in Manglan, Sikkim

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Manglan, Sikkim, causing panic among residents but no significant damage was reported.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Larissa: Protest gathering outside the courthouse for the Tempi trial

Demonstrators have gathered early in the morning at the 'Gaiaopolis' venue in Larissa, where the trial for the Tempi railway disaster is about to begin.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

At least 81 reported dead during severe floods in Kenya

At least 81 people have lost their lives due to severe flooding in Kenya, with nearly 2,700 families displaced and extensive damage to infrastructure and agriculture as a result of continuous heavy rainfall.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tempi: The Time for Justice โ€“ 36 Defendants on Trial for the Tragedy with 57 Dead

The trial begins for 36 defendants related to the Tempi train disaster in Greece that resulted in 57 fatalities.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

The Trial of the Tempi Incident Begins โ€“ Strict Security Measures โ€“ Continuous Updates

The trial relating to the Tempi train disaster has commenced in Larissa, Greece, with heightened security measures due to the significance of the case involving 57 victims.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Officer Chiacchio accused of murder but also a hero by chance

Giusto Chiacchio, a 26-year-old police officer in Italy, is facing charges of vehicular homicide for the death of a young man, yet he is also recognized for his heroic actions as a first responder at a recent tram disaster.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Todayโ€™s Vima: The time for justice has come for Tempi

The long-awaited trial regarding the Tempi train disaster is set to begin today in Larissa, with discussions on the court's composition and the accused.

Mar 23 โ€ข 03:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

One month since the night the rain stopped in Zona da Mata: Remember the tragedy, survivor accounts, and memorial to the victims

A month ago, heavy rains devastated the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, resulting in significant loss of life and property.

Mar 23 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police, Labor Authorities Raid Daejeon Safety Industry Head Office and Factory with 74 Casualties

Police and labor authorities have initiated an investigation into the Daejeon Safety Industry disaster that resulted in 74 casualties, conducting raids on the company's head office and factory.

Mar 23 โ€ข 01:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

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.

Mar 22 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The inspections after the earthquakes in Epirus deemed at least 74 residences unfit for habitation

Inspections following the March 8, 2026 earthquake in Epirus have identified 74 buildings as uninhabitable, emphasizing ongoing evaluations and safety concerns due to seismic activity.

Mar 22 โ€ข 21:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Punters sigh with relief as historic tropical pub dodges cyclone disaster

The Lions Den Hotel in Far North Queensland has emerged unscathed from Cyclone Narelle, following its recovery from significant flood damage two years prior.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Sharing Hearts, Parting Sorrow: The Emperor and Empress' Visit to Disaster Areas, Upholding the 'Reiwa Style'

The Emperor, Empress, and their daughter, Aiko, are visiting disaster-stricken areas 15 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake and plan to visit areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake this autumn.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Embodiment of 'Never Forget': The Imperial Family's Engagement with Disaster-Affected Areas 15 Years Ago and Now

On the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, accompanied by their daughter Aiko, plan to visit disaster-stricken areas in Iwate and Miyagi prefectures on March 25-26 and Fukushima prefecture on April 6-7.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

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.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Crime Scene 'Torch': 'No Danger from High-Rise Buildings'

The latest episode of the German series 'Tatort' addresses a fictional fire disaster in a high-rise building in Frankfurt, prompting concerns among real residents about safety perceptions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 15:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

"Polexit": A Brexit for Poland would be a disaster - for both sides

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk claims that President Karol Nawrocki is attempting to lead Poland out of the EU, a move he argues would have disastrous consequences for the country and the EU.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why Did Another Major Fire Disaster Occur? Unlicensed Renovation, Grease Residue, and Sandwich Panels Are the Three Major Issues

A fire at a factory in Daejeon, South Korea resulted in 14 deaths and numerous injuries, spurring questions about safety regulations and structural issues.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] โ€˜Flames Discovered from the Ceiling, Engulfed in Fire in Less than a Secondโ€™

A fire that claimed 14 lives at a Daejeon manufacturing facility was reported to have started with sparks from the ceiling, rapidly engulfing the building.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Another Tragedy After the 'Arisell Disaster' Two Years Ago

A fire at Daejeon Safety Industry has resulted in significant casualties, echoing the tragic 'Arisell disaster' from two years ago due to poor workplace safety management.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Grease, Open Structure, and Blocked Escape Routes: Did the Daejeon Factory Fire Turn into a Disaster?

A fire at a car parts manufacturing plant in Daejeon caused 74 casualties, prompting experts to examine the factors that escalated it into a disaster, such as the building's structure and lack of escape routes.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnish legend who played incredibly long shifts to coaching โ€“ This situation he does not even want to think about: 'Such a disaster'

Finnish volleyball legend Mikko Esko transitions from player to coach, facing injury challenges as he works to support his team, TuTo Volley, towards the playoffs.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The story of pain and reconstruction that Zambia goes through, Argentina's new rival: the air tragedy that killed 18 players

Zambia's national football team, set to compete against Argentina, carries a tragic history marked by the air disaster of 1993 that killed 18 players.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inside the world of 'preppers', the people who prepare for the collapse of civilization

This article explores the subculture of 'preppers' in the UK, highlighting their motivations and the misconceptions surrounding them.

Mar 22 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Daejeon Fire Disasterโ€™ Safety Industryโ€ฆ A 73-Year-Old Automobile Engine Valve Company

A significant fire disaster at Safety Industries in Daejeon resulted in 74 casualties; the company, which specializes in manufacturing automobile engine valves, has been operational since 1953.

Mar 22 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"There must be a window to break out..." A father weeps after losing his son in the Daejeon fire disaster

A father mourns his son lost in the Daejeon fire disaster, expressing despair over poor safety conditions at the workplace.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Joint Memorial for Fire Disaster Established on the First Floor of Daejeon City Hall... Identification of the 14 Deceased is Underway

A joint memorial service for those who died in a recent factory fire in Daejeon was established in the city hall as the government works on identifying the deceased.

Mar 22 โ€ข 02:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Hawaii urges residents to โ€˜leave nowโ€™ amid worst flooding in over 20 years

Hawaii officials are issuing urgent evacuation warnings as the state experiences its worst flooding in over two decades, exacerbated by continuous heavy rainfall.

Mar 21 โ€ข 23:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Tropical Cyclone Narelle crosses NT coast as category 3

Tropical Cyclone Narelle has crossed the Northern Territory coast as a category 3 cyclone, with warnings issued for communities in its path.

Mar 21 โ€ข 20:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Saw his farmyard swept away in the landslide

A man in Rรถdbo, Sweden, witnessed a landslide sweep away part of his farmyard while his children were thankfully not present at the scene.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

She was a lawyer for ICE, broke down during a hearing, and is now a candidate for Congress in the U.S.: "It's a disaster"

Julie T. Le, a former ICE attorney, is running for Congress, advocating for immigration reform and addressing issues she witnessed firsthand during her tenure.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Inspections in Thesprotia and Ioannina after the earthquake of March 8

Inspections are ongoing in the earthquake-affected areas of Thesprotia and Ioannina after the March 8 earthquake.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The farm was caught in the landslide - horse is missing

A landslide occurred in Rรถdbo, Gothenburg, leading to the destruction of part of a barn and the disappearance of a horse, as officials assess the extent of the disaster.

Mar 21 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Landslide on a prefectural road in Shizuoka City leaves 79 guests stranded, restoration expected after the 22nd

A recent landslide in Shizuoka City has stranded 79 guests at a local hot spring hotel, with restoration work anticipated to start after the 22nd.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Daejeon Fire Disasterโ€™ Safety Industry Representative Says 'Deeply Sorry... Will Take Full Responsibility for Recovery of Victims'

The representative of the safety industry firm responsible for a tragic factory fire in Daejeon has issued a heartfelt apology and pledged full support for recovery efforts.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Forest fire in Ueno Village, Gunma Prefecture, spreads due to strong winds; Self-Defense Forces requested for disaster dispatch

A forest fire in Ueno Village, Gunma Prefecture, has burned approximately 1.5 hectares as strong winds hinder firefighting efforts, leading to a request for the Self-Defense Forces to assist.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Hawaii experiences the biggest floods in 20 years

Severe rain in Hawaii has caused the largest flooding the island group has seen in two decades, resulting in over a billion dollars in damages.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

An Elderly Woman in Mandi Considers the Collector as Her Son

An elderly woman named Rukmani in Mandi sees the district collector, Apurv Devgan, as a son-like figure after losing her own child in a disaster last year.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Daejeon Factory Fire, 'Illegal Facilities' Built by Dividing Floors Contributed to the Disaster

The recent fire at a Daejeon factory, which resulted in multiple casualties, was exacerbated by the presence of illegal facilities not included in the original building design.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Amazon tries again with the smartphone: Alexa in your pocket and the story of a predicted disaster

A fan of Amazon reflects on the company's new attempt at smartphone technology, discussing the potential challenges and historical missteps.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Glimpse of Late Son Seen in Collector, Elderly Mother Accepted Him as Her Own Son

An elderly mother, who lost her young son in a disaster, finds solace in the affectionate embrace of the District Collector, whom she sees as a reflection of her deceased child.

Mar 21 โ€ข 05:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Delay in the Census Blocks Update of Data on Population Living in Disaster-Prone Areas

The Brazilian government announced a crucial update for data guiding policies for those at risk from extreme climate events, but after two years, there's still no release date for the new information.

Mar 21 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

New images show different angles of the moment the Juscelino Kubitschek bridge collapsed two years ago

Newly released footage reveals multiple angles of the Juscelino Kubitschek bridge collapse that occurred almost two years ago in Brazil, highlighting the tragic events leading to the disaster.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

MP opens inquiry to investigate cut of more than 95% in funds for flood prevention in MG

The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais has launched an inquiry into a significant reduction in funding for flood prevention and disaster response, amounting to over 95% from 2023 to 2026.

Mar 20 โ€ข 20:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Why our first major aviation disaster remained a mystery for 27 years

The Southern Cloud aviation disaster, which occurred in 1931, remained unsolved for 27 years until a hiker discovered the wreckage in the Snowy Mountains.

Mar 20 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Wahiawa Dam in Hawaii faces 'imminent' collapse as homes ordered to evacuate now

Evacuations have been ordered for over 4,000 residents in Hawaii due to the potential collapse of Wahiawa Dam amid severe flooding.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:12 UTC

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