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Minor Earthquake Felt in Jerusalem Area

According the Israel Geophysical Institute, the quake measured 3.5 on the Richter scale. There were no reports of injury or damage

Officials: Iran's Bushehr Plant Damaged in Recent Earthquakes

Countries monitoring Iran's nuclear program say the country's nuclear reactor in Bushehr was damaged by recent earthquakes.

Second Earthquake Rocks Iran

A powerful quake hits Iran; hundreds feared dead. Communications shut down.

US 'Ready to Help Iranian People' In Quake's Aftermath

The United States says it is "ready to help the Iranian people" in aftermath of a 6.3-magnitude earthquake.

Iran Quake Kills 37, Bushehr Plant Reportedly Unscathed

Iran steps up relief efforts for survivors of a powerful earthquake that killed 37 people and damaged dozens of villages.

Dozens Killed in Iran Quake near Nuclear Plant

Earthquake near Iran’s nuclear power plant at Bushehr, dozens killed and 800 injured.

Taiwan Quake Sends Schoolchildren Running

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake in central Taiwan sent school children running for cover Wednesday as buildings swayed across the island.

700 Homes Destroyed in China Earthquake

At least 700 families lost their homes in an earthquake that rocked Yunnan province in southwest China.

Japan Shuts Down All Nuclear Reactors A Second Time

Japan is shutting down its nuclear reactors for the second year in a row for reasons connected to “safety standards.”

New Technology Brings Earthquake Sensors to Jerusalem Schools

The Jerusalem municipality is installing the country's most advanced network of sensors to warn of potential earthquakes.

7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Alaskan Coast, Triggers Tsunami

A major 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Alaska, triggering a potentially destructive local tsunami.

Earthquake in Myanmar 1 Week Before Obama Visit

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck northern Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, on Sunday a week before US Pres. Barack Obama is due to visit.

No Israelis Among Dead in Guatemala Earthquake

At least 48 people are dead, more than a hundred others are missing, and even more wounded in a 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Guatemala.

Tsunami Warning Follows 7.7 Quake in W. Canada

A tsunami warning was issued to southern Alaska following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that shook western Canada Saturday night.

Earthquake Doomsday Scenario: Hospitals Collapse, 4,000 Hurt

Massive Home Front earthquake drill continues with scenario in which hospitals collapse in Eilat, Afula and Haifa.

National Defense Drill to Focus on Earthquakes

The "Turning Point 6" nationwide drill, which begins on Sunday, will focus this year on earthquakes and earthquake preparedness.

81 Dead in Twin China Quakes

A series of earthquakes over the weekend has left at least 81 dead and hundreds of injured in southwestern China.

Iran Quake Death Toll Rising

Dozens more people died since twin earthquakes struck the towns of Ahar, Haris and Varzaqan in Iran's East Azerbaijan province Saturday.

Massive Iranian Earthquake Far from Nuke Sites

More than 250 people have been killed in two powerful earthquakes in northwestern Iran, far from underground nuclear sites.

Dozens Dead in Major Iran Quakes

Nearly 200 people were killed and at least 600 injured in two major earthquakes that hit Iran on Saturday.

Greek Earthquake Sends Shivers throughout Israel

An earthquake on the Greek island of Rhodes sent unusually wide tremblors in Israel from the north to Be’er Sheva in the Negev.

New Home Front Campaign Focuses on Earthquakes

Home Front Command launches new campaign aimed at informing Israelis about earthquake preparedness.

3 Dead After 5.9-Magnitude Quake Hits Northern Italy

At least 3 are dead after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck northern Italy early Sunday morning. It is not yet clear how many are injured.

5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Israel

5.3 earthquake felt in areas from northern Israel to central Israel. No injuries. Epicenter believed to be in Cyprus.

Huge Aftershocks Trigger Second Tsunami Alert in Indonesia

Three strong aftershocks have triggered a second tsunami warning for Indonesia after a massive earthquake struck the area.

6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Mexico City, No Damage

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake rattled Mexico in the southwestern state of Guerrero, where a more powerful temblor struck last month.

Mexico Miracle Quake – No Fatalities

A 7.4 magnitude quake that damaged nearly a thousand homes has had no reported deaths - breaking a trend in which thousands die in tremors.

Obama's Daughter Safe in Mexico City Earthquake

US Pres. Barack Obama's daughter was in Oaxaca near the epicenter of an earthquake that struck Mexico Tuesday. Miraculously, she's safe.

Mild Tremors Felt in Israel's North

A 3.1 earthquake with its epicenter east of the Sea of Galilee was recorded. No damage has been reported.

Dozens Dead in Philippine Earthquake, No Israelis Missing

Dozens of people are dead and more are missing in a 6.8-magnitude earthquake that rocked the Philippines Monday morning.

8 Dead, 2 Rescue Workers Saved in Turkey Quake

Eight are dead, while two rescue workers were saved from the rubble following two earthquakes that struck Wednesday in eastern Turkey.

At Least 7 Dead as 5.7 Quake Rocks Eastern Turkey

Earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale hits eastern Turkey, causing several buildings to collapse.

5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Eastern Turkey

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake rocked eastern Turkey early Wednesday, shaking up a region already devastated by a temblor less than a month ago.

Turkey Earthquake Death Toll Nears 600, Recovery Begins

Turkey has ended efforts to rescue victims of last week's 7.2-magnitude earthquake and has begun to focus efforts on helping the homeless.

Miracles in Turkey's Disaster Zone

The temperature in eastern Turkey is falling. Search and rescue is becoming recovery, but there have been miracles in the earthquake zone.

Earthquake Strikes Japan's Fukushima Prefecture

A moderate earthquake has struck northeastern Japan's Fukushima prefecture, home to the Dai-ichi nuclear complex damaged in a March tsunami.

Israel Sending PreFab Homes After Turkey Earthquake

Israel has sent military planes carrying mobile homes to earthquake-stricken eastern Turkey.

Israel to Aid Turkey After Quake

Despite the deep freeze in relations between Jerusalem and Anarka, the IDF will be flying equipment to Turkey to aid in rescue operations.

Expert Warns: Israel Unprepared for a Major Earthquake

Dr. Ephraim Laor: Israel is unprepared to deal with a major earthquake. We have the budget to prepare, but nothing is being done.

Video: Death Estimate in Turkey Quake Reaches 1,000

Search for survivors continues in Van province.

Turkey: We Don’t Want Aid from Anyone

Ankara rejects offers of assistance from dozens of countries, including Israel, after earthquake.

Bielsky Warns: Israel Not Ready for Quake

Israel must work on earthquake preparedness, says MK Bielsky. MKs discuss threat to Haifa.

Israel Offers Turkey ‘Any Help, Anywhere, Any Time’

President Shimon Peres tells Turkey that Israel will give whatever help necessary after earthquake.

Second Temblor Strikes Eastern Turkey; No Israelis Missing

The Israeli Consulate in Turkey says no Israelis are missing in the aftermath of earthquakes that struck Turkey.

Video: Hundreds Killed in Powerful Earthquake in Turkey

Hundreds of people were killed in a powerful earthquake that struck eastern Turkey Sunday morning. Video shows panic in the streets.

Earthquake Cracks the Washington Monument

The 5.9 earthquake in Washington Tuesday caused cracks in the Washington Monument and false rumors of the ‘Leaning Monument of Washington.”

Pentagon Evacuated During 5.8 Quake

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.8 struck near Washington, D.C., prompting an evacuation of the Pentagon.

Rare Quake Rocks Israel’s Coast

A rare earthquake struck Israel’s central coast Sunday, and tremors were felt as far south as Gaza. No one was injured.

Report: Israeli Who Died in New Zealand Quake was Mossad Spy

New Zealand media claims an Israeli who died in February's earthquake in Christchurch was Mossad spy.

Japan Rattled by 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake

Northeast Japan was rattled early Thursday by a 6.7-magnitude earthquake.

Earthquake Report Designed to Scare; Is It Working?

Comptroller’s earthquake report expects a 7.5 quake to kill 16,000, leave 377,000 homeless. Cab. minister: Can’t prepare for worst-case scenario.

Magnitude 6.8 Quake in Burma Kills 75+, Injures 90+

Over 75 killed and 90 injured in magnitude 6.8 Burma quake; more than 130 buildings collapse.

Scientists Build Tool to Spot Ancient Earthquakes

Scientists at Tel Aviv University have created a new tool to help understand the patterns of ancient earthquakes.

6 Israelis Still 'Unaccounted For' - FM Says 'Not Yet Missing'

Six Israelis are still unaccounted for in the aftermath of an 8.9-magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami that struck Japan on March 11.

New Zealand Thanks Israel for Earthquake Aid

New Zealand has thanked Israel for its aid in the wake of a crippling earthquake in Christchurch. Three Israelis are dead, three are still missing.

Policeman Rescues Torahs from Quake-Hit Synagogue

A New Zealand policeman forbade a Chabad rabbi from rescuing an earthquake-destroyed synagogue’s Torah scrolls - and instead, did it himself.

New Zealand: Searchers Find Bodies of Missing Israelis

Two Israelis were confirmed dead in the New Zealand earthquake, bringing the total Israeli death toll to three. Three missing.

More Israelis Feared Dead in New Zealand Earthquake

At least four Israelis may be dead or trapped alive in rubble from the New Zealand earthquake disaster, government officials said.

Israelis are Warned to Prepare for Earthquake

With no major earthquake since 1927, gov't has begun campaign for preparedness. Films of bookshelves crashing down atop baby cribs are part of it.

Southern Iran Struck by 5.4-Magnitude Earthquake, 16 Injured

At least 16 people were hurt in an earthquake that struck southern Iran Wednesday in a region that is home to a uranium ore purification facility.