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US conducts underground non-nuclear experiment to improve detection of nuclear explosions

The United States has carried out an underground experiment using high-powered chemical explosives at the Nevada National Security Site as part of efforts to strengthen its ability to detect and identify low-yield nuclear explosions. The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) said the experiment,......

Kim Yo Jong warns South Korea of retaliation over DMZ landmine dispute

Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has rejected South Korean claims that North Korea was responsible for landmine explosions that injured three South Korean soldiers near the inter-Korean border, while warning that Pyongyang would retaliate if South Korean forces fired on North......

Kohat attack: At least 31 killed in assault on Pakistan police headquarters

At least 31 people, including 16 police personnel, have been killed and more than 100 others injured following an explosive attack and gun battle at a historic police complex in Kohat, northwestern Pakistan, according to Pakistani officials cited by international news agencies. The assault began on......

Syria: Explosion at an Arms Depot Claims 14 Lives Near Sarmada

An explosion at a depot intended for storing weapons and remnants of war has resulted in at least 14 deaths and 11 injuries on Wednesday in Idlib province, in northwestern Syria. The circumstances surrounding the tragedy remain unknown, as the region has already experienced several explosions in recent......

Azerbaijan: 5,000 Residents Evacuated After Series of Explosions at Munitions Depot

A fire that broke out overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday at a munitions depot in western Azerbaijan triggered multiple explosions and led authorities to evacuate approximately 5,000 people. The incident occurred near the village of Nizami in the Goranboy district, while officials claim to have regained......

Major explosion rocks railway station in Germany

A major explosion struck the main railway station in Augsburg, southern Germany, early Wednesday, leaving two young people with minor injuries and causing significant disruption to rail services in the area. The blast occurred in a passageway inside the station building at around 3:15 a.m. local time.......

Colombia: 13 Dead After Collapse of Illegal Gold Mine

A mining accident has resulted in 13 deaths and seven injuries in southwestern Colombia. The collapse occurred on Wednesday evening at an illegal gold mining site, highlighting the risks faced by workers at these locations, often lacking adequate safety measures. A Deadly Collapse in Nariño Department The......

Italy: Explosion hits ammunition factory near Rome, no injuries reported

A powerful explosion struck an ammunition manufacturing facility in Colleferro, southeast of Rome, on Thursday, triggering a major fire but causing no reported injuries, according to the site’s operator, KNDS. The incident occurred at a facility located roughly 40 kilometers from the Italian capital......

France: three fireworks technicians injured in explosion during preparations in Gruissan

Three fireworks technicians were injured in an explosion during preparations for a scheduled August 15 fireworks display in Gruissan, in southern France, on Saturday, prompting authorities to cancel the evening event. One of the injured workers, a woman, was reported to be in serious condition following......