Powerful earthquake strikes off the coast of Japan
A powerful earthquake, with an upgraded magnitude of 6.9 and a depth of about 12 miles, struck off the coast of northern Japan, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
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Afghan quake death toll climbs as families face winter without homes
The death toll from an earthquake in northern Afghanistan is climbing, and hundreds of families have lost their homes as the harsh winter arrives.
Deadly earthquakes strike Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings
A 6.9-magnitude aftershock jolted quake-hit southern Philippines, triggering a fresh tsunami alert just hours after an earlier warning was lifted, authorities said.
Girl's remains identified 14 years after massive tsunami in Japan
The disaster killed 15,900 people, with 2,520 people still listed as missing as of the end of February, according to the National Police Agency.
Powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Philippines
The 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the southern Philippines island of Mindanao and prompted a tsunami warning.
Dozens dead in the Philippines after 6.9-magnitude earthquake
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake collapsed walls of houses and buildings in a central Philippine province, killing dozens. Rescuers raced to find survivors.
Tsunami advisory for parts of Alaska lifted after earthquake off Russia's coast
A tsunami advisory was issued for Alaska's Aleutian Islands, with possible tsunami activity occurring in Shemya, Alaska, at 12:25 AKDT, according to the USGS.
Death toll jumps as race to reach Afghan earthquake survivors continues
Afghanistan earthquake survivors are burying their loved ones in mass graves four days after the disaster, which the Taliban says killed at least 2,205 people.
Taliban says Afghan earthquake death toll has risen to over 1,400
A doctor in Afghanistan's earthquake zone tells CBS News the "destruction is overwhelming," with people still trapped under the rubble of their homes.
At least 1,400 killed in Afghanistan quake
A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan killed at least 1,400 people, according to the Afghan Red Crescent Society. Thousands more were injured. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Afghanistan earthquake ravaged remote areas
At least 800 people are dead and more than 2,500 are injured after a strong earthquake hit a mountainous area of Afghanistan late Sunday night. The BBC's Yogita Limaye reports.
More than 800 people killed by powerful quake in eastern Afghanistan
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6 hit eastern Afghanistan, destroying multiple villages and killing more than 800 people, officials say.
Details on devastating Afghanistan earthquake
Rescue workers are searching for victims of a 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan in the middle of the night. More than 800 people were killed. Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.
Afghanistan earthquake causes landslides
A massive earthquake that slammed parts of Afghanistan caused hundreds of deaths, major destruction and landslides. BBC News' Yogita Limaye and CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer report.
Strong Afghanistan earthquake kills hundreds
A devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday, killing more than 800 people and injuring hundreds more, officials said. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Deadly earthquake rocks Afghanistan
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Afghanistan, killing at least 800 people and injuring more than 2,000, officials said. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest.
Earthquake in Bergen County shakes parts of New Jersey, New York
An earthquake in Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, shook parts of New Jersey and New York on Saturday night.
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Why a recent quake didn't wreak havoc
After an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast triggered tsunami alerts as far as the U.S., experts like seismologist Harold Tobin explain why the impact was far less devastating than expected.
Tsunami risk appears to pass for U.S. after massive Russian earthquake
A tsunami warning issued for Hawaii after one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded, an 8.8 magnitude in Russia's Far East, was canceled after small waves peaked.
Oceanographer breaks down Russia earthquake
A magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck Russia's far east coast Tuesday night, prompting tsunami waves along the U.S. West Coast. Simon Boxall, oceanography professor at the University of Southampton in the U.K., joins CBS News to unpack the phenomenon.
Breaking down Tuesday's 8.8 earthquake
Chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn takes an in depth look into the earthquake that struck off the coast of Russia.
Details on tsunami waves along U.S. West Coast
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia on Tuesday night prompted tsunami warnings and advisories in Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. CBS News meteorologist Zoe Mintz has more.
Tsunami waves reach West Coast of U.S.
Tsunami waves hit the West Coast of the U.S. following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake that hit the coast of Russia on Tuesday. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Tsunami update with event in progress
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green gave an update as his state experienced wave activity generated by an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia.
Senate approves package to end government shutdown, sending to House
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse.
Use of force against protesters keeps violating policy, former agent says
Use of force by federal agents has become a focus of legal disputes as the Trump administration contends the tactics are necessary.
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Diddy's prison life: A chapel gig, drug treatment and early disciplinary action
Sean "Diddy" Combs was disciplined just days into his sentence at a federal prison, an internal prison document obtained by CBS News shows.
Airlines cancel thousands more flights in U.S. over government shutdown
The FAA wants airlines to increase cancellations at 40 of the country's busiest airports to 6% by Tuesday and ultimately ramp up to 10% by Friday.
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Gregory Bovino and Border Patrol agents plan to leave Chicago area, sources say
Some Border Patrol agents could soon leave the Chicago area, after taking a leading role in the Trump administration's controversial immigration operations in the nation's third-largest city, officials told CBS News.
Sanders calls deal to end government shutdown a "disaster"
Sen. Bernie Sanders told CBS News he's "very disappointed" by the bill to end the government shutdown, calling a planned vote on health insurance subsidies "meaningless."
High-profile Jan. 6 defendant facing charges of kidnapping, sexual assault
John Banuelos' case was unique among Capitol riot prosecutions because he was the only defendant accused of pulling and firing a gun while on Capitol grounds.
Army gynecologist accused in lawsuit of secretly taking videos of patients
The lawsuit filed Monday against Army Maj. Blaine McGraw involves a woman at Fort Hood, but it also includes allegations from years earlier in Hawaii.
"They don't return home": U.S. cities failing to curb traffic deaths
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Houston reported more traffic fatalities than homicides last year.