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Powerful quake in Russia's Far East causes tsunami, Japan and Hawaii order evacuations

14 Sept 03:09 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful magnitude 8.7 earthquake struck off Russia's Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula, generating a significant tsunami up to 4 meters (13 feet) high.
The seismic event prompted widespread tsunami warnings and evacuation orders across Japan's east coast, Hawaii, Alaska, and other Pacific territories.
Initial reports from Kamchatka confirmed damage to buildings, including a kindergarten and an airport terminal, with several minor injuries reported.
Authorities highlighted the region's location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, explaining its susceptibility to major earthquakes and tsunamis.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.