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An earthquake (also known as a quake, tremor, or temblor) is the result of a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves. Earthquakes are recorded with a seismometer, also known as a seismograph. The moment magnitude (or the related and mostly obsolete Richter magnitude) of an earthquake is conventionally reported, with magnitude 3 or lower earthquakes being mostly imperceptible and magnitude 7 causing serious damage over large areas. Intensity of shaking is measured on the modified Mercalli scale.
Nepal earthquake one year on: Why was it so destructive and can another disaster be prevented?
On the first anniversary of the Nepal earthquake, geologists speak to IBTimes UK about why it was so destructive.
Lydia Smith Apr 25, 2016
Nepal earthquake one year on: Himalayan region has 'much worse events in not too distant future'
Another major earthquake could strike Nepal after a 7.8 magnitude quake devastated the region on 25 April 2015.
Lydia Smith Apr 23, 2016
Nepal earthquake anniversary: Unesco launches project to rehabilitate Kathmandu Valley
Unesco said much of the centuries-old damaged temples and cultural treasures can be restored.
Adam Justice Apr 20, 2016
Cost of natural disasters since 1900 tops $7tn
Death toll from natural calamities such as floods, storms and earthquakes estimated at eight million.
Karthick Arvinth Apr 19, 2016
Ecuador: Death toll rises to 272 as vice president says casualties expected to increase
Fears of unrest grow as authorities in Manabi province announced 180 prisoners escaped from a jail.
Romil Patel Apr 18, 2016
Japan earthquake: Dashcam video shows moment of strong tremors
The earthquake resulted in the death of at least 9 people.
Adam Justice Apr 15, 2016
Myanmar earthquake: Magnitude 6.9 tremor hits Asian nation with impact felt in northern India
Magnitude 6.9 tremor hits Asian nation with impact felt in northern India
Harriet Sinclair Apr 13, 2016
6.1 magnitude earthquake hits western Japan, no casualties reported
The epicenter of the earthquake was about 170km south east of Osaka.
Ananya Roy Apr 01, 2016
Japan setting up 140,000-strong emergency response team to deal with earthquakes in Tokyo
Japan drafts special disaster response plan for Tokyo metropolitan area if 7-magnitude tremor hits capital.
Vasudevan Sridharan Mar 30, 2016
Seven million Americans at risk from man-made earthquakes in 2016
An earthquake hazard map shows people are at risk in central and eastern US states.
Maria Khan Mar 29, 2016
Around 81% of South Asian population at risk of natural hazards but ill-equipped to cope says study
The research covered 198 countries and assessed the risks posed to them by 11 different natural calamities.
Ananya Roy Mar 23, 2016
California: Giant 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck in 1812 - and it could happen again
A double earthquake in 1812 was one of the largest in California's history, and it could come back.
Matt Atherton Mar 11, 2016
Turkey: Ancient city of Sagalassos saw mystery exodus of 90% of population in 13th century
It was long believed the plague and an earthquake drove people away from Sagalassos, but that is not the case.
Matt Atherton Feb 23, 2016
New Zealand vs Australia: Second test to be held on schedule despite Christchurch earthquake
The second test will be played on 20 February despite Sunday's 5.7 magnitude earthquake.
Arjun Devgan Feb 15, 2016
MyShake: Android quake app now available on Google Play Store
University of California, Berkeley scientists develop Android earthquake sensing app.
India Ashok Feb 13, 2016
Taiwan earthquake: Three arrests after tin cans used in construction of fallen Weiguan Jinlong tower
According to the latest figures, 39 are said to have died after the 17-storey 'Golden Dragon' building fell.
William Watkinson Feb 10, 2016
Menominee Crack: Giant 110m earth breach in Michigan may be caused by removal of just one tree
Mysterious Menominee Crack was caused by 'pop-up' but scientists have not been 100% sure of its cause.
Matt Atherton Feb 09, 2016
Taiwan Earthquake: 2 babies rescued among 337 people pulled from wreckage of fallen apartment blocks
At least 11 have died in the earthquake with a further 300 injured.
William Watkinson Feb 06, 2016
Earthquake of 7.0 magnitude rocks eastern Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula
The extent of damage and casualties are unknown and no tsunami warnings have been issued.
Agamoni Ghosh Jan 30, 2016
On the edge: Buildings on verge of collapse after landslides, earthquakes, sinkholes and storms
Homes in Pacifica, California are falling into the sea. We look at other collapsing buildings worldwide.
David Sim Jan 27, 2016
Powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 magnitude hits Mediterranean
Powerful quake followed by series of strong aftershocks but no fatalities confirmed so far.
Harriet Sinclair Jan 25, 2016
Japan: Taxi drivers pick ghost passengers in tsunami-hit towns
Taxi drivers in Japan encounter 'ghost passengers' who disappear upon reaching their destination.
Maria Khan Jan 21, 2016
Nepal: Quake reconstruction work starts nine months on
Nepal's prime minister inaugurated a mega reconstruction plan for close to a million homes.
Adam Justice Jan 16, 2016
Nepal earthquake: Cataclysm looms as 2015 disaster did not unleash full tectonic fury
2015 Nepal earthquake did not reach the surface meaning another disaster looms in coming decades.
Matt Atherton Jan 11, 2016
Earthquake causes devastation across north-east India, Bangladesh and Myanmar
With a magnitude reaching 6.7, an earthquake has hit the remotest area of north-east India, with tremors being felt in neighbouring countries such as Nepal and Bangladesh.
Alex Wheeler Jan 04, 2016
India: Eight people dead as 6.7 magnitude earthquake hits Manipur
A 6.7-magnitude earthquake with its epicentre located in Imphal has jolted north-east India.
Sanskrity Sinha Jan 04, 2016
Iceland discovers new way of predicting earthquakes using groundwater
Study shows sodium and silicon levels change in groundwater before major earthquakes in country.
Matt Atherton Dec 31, 2015
Afghanistan earthquake: Tremors felt as far away as New Delhi
Tremors felt across India and Pakistan after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hits north-eastern Afghanistan.
Karthick Arvinth Dec 26, 2015
Powerful medieval earthquakes created the foundation of modern day Nepal town of Pokhara
Pokhara, Nepal, is built on the remains of three major earthquakes in 1100, 1255 and 1344.
Matt Atherton Dec 17, 2015
Greece earthquake: Magnitude 6 tremor hits Lefkada leaving at least two dead
Magnitude 6 earthquake struck off coast of island.
Tom Porter Nov 17, 2015
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