Earthquake aftermath in Southeast Asia

After a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Southeast Asia, signs of life have been detected, leading to a race to find survivors.

Myanmar Earthquake Rescue Efforts

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar, causing over 2,000 deaths and leaving many trapped under rubble. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but time is running out for survivors. International aid has been pledged, but infrastructure damage is hindering rescue operations.

Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand

Crews in Myanmar and Thailand are searching for survivors after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the region. NBC News International Correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer reports from Bangkok.

Earthquake in Myanmar

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing extensive damage to buildings and resulting in over 1,600 deaths, with thousands injured and many still missing. Rescue efforts are ongoing to find survivors trapped in the rubble.

Plane Crash off the Coast of Honduras

A plane crash off the coast of Honduras left 12 people dead and one missing. The crash was due to mechanical issues. Five people were rescued. The wreckage was found near Roatan Island. Among the dead was a well-known Honduran musician. The survivors were taken to a nearby hospital. Search for the missing passenger continues.

Collision of Fuel Tanker and Cargo Vessel in the North Sea

A fuel tanker and a cargo vessel collided off the English coast in the North Sea, with the tanker carrying fuel for U.S. Navy ships. 32 people were brought ashore alive.

Airplane Crash in Pennsylvania Retirement Community

A single-engine airplane crashed in a retirement community parking lot near a small airport in Pennsylvania, but all five people on board survived. No one on the ground was hurt. The FAA will investigate the crash.

Tokyo Firebombing

More than 100,000 people were killed in a single night 80 years ago in the U.S. firebombing of Tokyo. Elderly survivors are seeking recognition and financial assistance from the Japanese government, which has largely ignored the events. The bombing has been overshadowed by the atomic bombings in 1945, and survivors are making efforts to preserve and share their stories.

Small Plane Crash in California

Two people survived a small plane crash in California with no injuries. Several recent aviation incidents have occurred around the globe.

New Orleans Terrorist Attack on Bourbon Street

Plaintiffs affected by the New Year's terrorist attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans have filed a civil lawsuit against the city's leadership and private companies for negligence. The attack, carried out by Shamsud-Din Jabbar, resulted in 14 deaths and 57 injuries. Survivors and families of victims are seeking justice and accountability for the tragic event.

Hamas Terrorist Attack on Thai Workers in Israel

Hamas terrorists killed 44 Thai workers in a brutal attack in Israel, with some survivors recounting their terrifying experiences. Israel is committed to releasing all hostages, living and dead, held by Hamas.

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Airplane Crash at Ronald Reagan Airport in Washington, DC

An airplane has reportedly crashed at Ronald Reagan Airport in Washington, DC, resulting in casualties and a temporary closure of the airport. The crash involved a PSA Airlines regional jet colliding with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach. Multiple news outlets report fatalities and survivors being recovered from the Potomac River. President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other officials have expressed condolences and are monitoring the situation.

Auschwitz Liberation Anniversary and Holocaust Remembrance

Trump signs the Laken Riley Act, first bill of his presidency. Survivors mark 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Efforts to uncover names of over a million Jews killed by Nazis. Antisemitism on rise globally.

Senate Debate on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act

Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, blocked the 'Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act' from advancing in the Senate. The act aimed to require health care practitioners to provide care to babies born alive during attempted abortions.

Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Crash in Aktau, Kazakhstan

Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed in Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 of the 67 on board. Survivors heard an explosion and shrapnel hit the plane. Speculation suggests it may have been hit by an air-defense missile. The incident has similarities to the 2014 MH17 downing. The crash was due to a change in course caused by weather conditions. Investigation ongoing.

Embraer 190 passenger jet crash in Kazakhstan

An Embraer 190 passenger jet crashed in Kazakhstan while flying from Baku to Grozny, killing 38 people. The crash is under investigation, with conflicting reports on the cause.

Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan

An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan, resulting in multiple fatalities and survivors emerging from the wreckage.

Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Crash in Kazakhstan

An Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed in Kazakhstan while carrying 67 people from Azerbaijan to Russia. NBC News reports on the number of survivors.

Plane Crash in Kazakhstan

A passenger plane carrying 67 people from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed in Kazakhstan, resulting in dozens feared dead. The flight was diverted due to fog and made an emergency landing near Aktau. The investigation is ongoing.

Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 Crash in Aktau, Kazakhstan

An Azerbaijani airliner crashed in Aktau, Kazakhstan, with at least 28 survivors out of 67 people on board. The crash may have resulted in over 30 fatalities. The plane made an emergency landing 3 km from the city after a bird strike caused an emergency situation. Mobile footage showed the aircraft descending steeply before crashing in a fireball.

Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria

Survivors of a chemical weapons attack in Syria under the Bashar al-Assad regime speak out more than eleven years after the incident.

Israeli Airstrike in Nuseirat, Gaza

NBC News filmed rescuers helping victims of an Israeli airstrike in Nuseirat, central Gaza. Three people were killed, but the Muqdad family miraculously survived with injuries.

Investigation into Superyacht Sinking off Sicilian Coast

Investigation opened into the deaths of seven people after a superyacht sank off the Sicilian coast. Possible manslaughter charges being considered. Survivors suggest sinking happened in minutes. Not clear if extreme weather was a factor. Prominent individuals, including British tech magnate, among the casualties.

Plane Crash in Brazil

Two passengers narrowly escape death after missing flight that crashed in Brazil, killing all 62 on board. ATR 72 twin-engine turboprop crashed in a residential area in Vinhedo.

Brazil Plane Crash

Two travelers who missed boarding the airplane that crashed in Brazil are sharing their stories after all 61 people aboard died on the flight. One traveler was denied boarding an hour before takeoff while another was waiting at the wrong gate. The plane crashed in Vinhedo, killing all on board.

Assassination Attempt at Trump Rally

Two victims of a shooting at former President Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, survived an assassination attempt. One victim, David Dutch, a Marine veteran, issued a statement thanking supporters and medical professionals. The shooter and one audience member are dead, and another was injured. Federal authorities are investigating the motive behind the assassination attempt.

Survivors' Pursuit of Justice in Jeffrey Epstein's Sex Trafficking Scheme

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking scheme continue to seek justice and accountability from institutions and individuals involved. Lawsuits have been filed against various parties, including the FBI and government officials. Epstein's death in 2019 led to a frenzy of legal activities, including settlements and the creation of a victims compensation fund. Financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase and Deutsche Bank settled lawsuits brought by survivors. Prince Andrew settled a lawsuit with one of Epstein's victims. The case has led to increased scrutiny of powerful individuals associated with Epstein and financial institutions involved.

Reparations Lawsuit Rejection by Oklahoma's Highest Court

Oklahoma's highest court rejected a reparations lawsuit brought by survivors of a racist attack over 100 years ago.

Graduation of Sandy Hook Shooting Survivors

Members of Newtown High School's class of 2024, including survivors of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, are graduating with mixed emotions, carrying the emotional burden of losing classmates and educators. They continue to live with trauma but are looking forward to the future, motivated to advocate for gun control and other measures to prevent future tragedies.

Papua New Guinea Landslide

Locals in northern Papua New Guinea are searching for survivors after a devastating landslide buried over 2,000 people.

Papua New Guinea Landslide

A massive landslide in Yambali, Papua New Guinea has resulted in over 2,000 people believed to be buried alive, according to a government official, which is significantly higher than the initial estimate of 670 fatalities. International help has been requested, and the situation remains unstable with challenging conditions on the ground.

North Texas Tornado During Memorial Day Weekend

A tornado struck North Texas during Memorial Day weekend, resulting in at least seven deaths and 20 injuries. The devastation was severe, with two children among the casualties. Emergency crews are still searching for survivors.

Devastating Landslide in Papua New Guinea

A devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea buried a remote village, with fears of over 100 casualties. Relief efforts are underway to provide food, water, and shelter to survivors in need.

Clerical Sex Abuse in the Roman Catholic Church

Activists and abuse survivors criticize Pope Francis for not doing enough to address clerical sex abuse and its cover-up within the Roman Catholic Church, despite his efforts to impose order and fight against abusers and their protectors.

Israeli Airstrike at Al-Sabra Clinic in Gaza

NBC News reports on the Israeli airstrike at Al-Sabra clinic in Gaza's Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, killing at least 14 people including displaced families during dawn prayers on May 15, 2024.

October 7: In Their Own Words play depicting Hamas terrorist attack

The new play 'October 7: In Their Own Words' brings to life the Hamas terrorist attack through the actual words of Israelis who lived through the event. The play's producers, Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer, conducted interviews with survivors and the play runs in New York amidst a time of surging anti-Israel and anti-Semitic sentiment.

Building Collapse in South Africa

Rescue teams in South Africa are continuing efforts to find survivors trapped under rubble after an apartment building collapsed. One worker was found alive after six days. 24 workers confirmed dead, 28 missing. More than 600 personnel involved in the search.

October 7 Terror Attacks Against Israel

A new play called 'OCTOBER 7' tells the traumatic story of the October 7 terror attacks against Israel through verbatim accounts of survivors, aiming to ensure the event is not forgotten. The play opens in New York City and may tour Ivy League colleges in the fall.

Child Sex Abuse at Illinois Juvenile Detention Centers

Lawsuit alleges decades of child sex abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers. Survivors come forward with disturbing allegations of abuse, including gang rape, forced oral sex, and beatings by staff members. Lawsuit seeks damages of roughly $2 million per plaintiff.

Greek Wildfire and Boat Fire

A boat carrying tourists off the coast of Greece caught fire, leading to the evacuation of all passengers and crew. A Greek court convicted five former firefighting and disaster response officials over a deadly wildfire in 2018, but they were fined and released. Survivors expressed outrage at the decision.

Ashley Judd criticizes 'institutional betrayal' after Weinstein's conviction is overturned

Actress Ashley Judd criticizes 'institutional betrayal' after Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction is overturned, highlighting male entitlement to women's bodies. Weinstein's conviction was overturned due to incorrect judicial actions, leading to a new trial. Judd emphasizes the importance of survivors telling their stories and calls for change to end violence and silencing of voices.

Deadly Landslides in China and Indonesia

Rescuers are searching for survivors after a deadly landslide in Liangshui village in southwestern China. Another tragedy occurred in Indonesia's Sulawesi island, where 18 people were killed by landslides and two are still missing. The search is hampered by fog, drizzle, and difficult terrain.

Supernova Music Festival Terror Attack Survivor Gathering

Survivors of a terror attack at the Supernova music festival in Israel gathered for group therapy and reconnecting, as they continue to deal with trauma and loss. The event included trance music, healing booths, and support for returning to daily life.

Rwandan Genocide Reconciliation

30 years after the Rwandan genocide, survivors and perpetrators live in reconciliation villages, working towards forgiveness and reconciliation. The government has promoted a new narrative of unity and identity, moving away from ethnic divisions. Perpetrators like Dedas Kayanamura share their experiences and seek forgiveness through community-based courts.

Play about October 7 Terrorist Attacks in Israel

Phelim McAleer and Ann McElhinney are debuting a play in New York about the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel last year, aiming to share the verbatim accounts of survivors and heroes. The play highlights the resilience and courage displayed during the tragic event.

Taiwan Earthquake

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Taiwan resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people and injuries to over 1,000. The quake caused significant damage to infrastructure, leaving hundreds stranded. Survivors shared harrowing experiences of being trapped and witnessing destruction.

Mass Graves in Rwanda 30 Years After Genocide

Rwanda continues to find mass graves 30 years after the genocide, with at least 1,000 people's remains discovered. The country faces challenges in reconciliation and lasting peace. The article discusses the ongoing search for mass graves and the impact on survivors and communities.

Bridge Collapses and Survivor Stories

Survivors of past bridge collapses share their harrowing experiences after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. They recount the moments of falling, impact, and injuries, highlighting the importance of bridge safety measures.

Attack on Crocus City Hall in Russia

Survivors and mourners recount their reactions after gunmen attacked a crowd and set fire to Crocus City Hall, a Russian concert venue. Long lines form to donate blood as many remain injured.

Migrant Boat Tragedy in Spain's Canary Islands

Two bodies found in migrant boat heading to Spain's Canary Islands, with 5 other deaths reported. 38 survivors rescued, with some in critical condition. Increase in migrants from West Africa prompts EU partnership with Mauritania to address the issue.

Valencia Apartment Block Fire

A fire in a Valencia apartment block killed at least five people and injured 15, with 14 people still missing. The blaze spread quickly due to plastic material on the facade, reminiscent of the Grenfell Tower fire. Emergency services are searching for survivors as the community comes together to help those affected.