Colombia is assessing the devastating impact of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the country's western region. The death toll has risen to 281, with hundreds still missing and thousands injured. Nearly 45,000 families have reportedly been affected, while rescue teams continue searching collapsed buildings and remote areas for survivors. International assistance is also arriving as authorities work to provide food, medical aid and other essential supplies.

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Nearly a month after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's central coast, survivors continue to face immense hardship. The powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes claimed over 5,000 lives, displaced nearly 18,000 people, and caused an estimated $19.6 billion in damages, according to the World Bank. Families are still searching for missing loved ones while hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure remain heavily damaged. Mental health experts have also raised alarms over rising trauma, depression, and suicide risks among survivors struggling to rebuild their lives.

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More than 80 earthquakes, the strongest of 6.3 magnitude, struck Taiwan's east coast starting Monday (Apr 22) night and into the early hours of Tuesday. Watch to know more.

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Rescuers are looking for 18 people still missing after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the islands mountainous and scenic east coast a day after Taiwan was rocked by its most intense earthquake in 25 years.

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At least about nine people have been killed and over 700 others have been injured after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolted Taiwan's Capital Taipei. An estimated 50 people at this moment are still said to be missing. Watch in for more details!

Taiwan Earthquake: Rescue efforts continue

Nine people have died and at least 50 others are missing following a 7.2 magnitude quake in Taiwan. The tremors were felt a little before 8 AM. Tsunami alerts were issued in the Philippines and Japan. Taiwan is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Is the island prepared for mega quakes?

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At least about nine people have been killed and over 700 others have been injured after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolted Taiwan's Capital Taipei. An estimated 50 people at this moment are still said to be missing.

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Fire fighters battling a blaze on a ferry sailing from&nbsp;Greece&nbsp;to Italy discovered a survivor on the stern of the still burning vessel on Sunday, the Greek coast guard said, reviving hopes that other missing passengers could still be found alive.

Rescuers managed to take at least 281 out of 292 passengers and crew to safety after the blaze broke out on the Italian-flagged Euroferry Olympia early on Friday, but 11 people are still missing, according to the coast guard and ferry operator.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rescue-efforts-continue-for-12-missing-in-greece-ferry-fire-454526">Rescue efforts continue for 12 missing in Greece ferry fire</a>

Firefighters have been trying for days to contain the fire and cool scorching temperatures on the 183-metre (600 ft) ship to allow emergency crews to board and rescue any survivors. The authorities have not announced a death toll.

"Firefighters are still battling the fire and crews are searching for more people," the fire brigade said.

The cause of the blaze is still being investigated and a prosecutor has launched an inquiry, according to coast guard officials.

The ferry had been on its way to the Italian port of Brindisi from Igoumenitsa in&nbsp;Greece. Many of the passengers were truck owners or drivers transporting goods through Europe.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-trapped-hundreds-rescued-after-flames-engulf-greece-italy-ferry-454317">Two trapped, hundreds rescued after flames engulf Greece-Italy ferry</a>

The man rescued on Sunday was from Belarus, according to the coast guard, while those still missing are Bulgarian, Turkish and Greek nationals.

Reuters footage showed rescuers climbing up a stepladder to the vessel after a tug boat towed it closer to the shore.

"Since one person is rescued, we are optimistic that more survivors can be found," Greek coastguard spokesman Nikos Alexiou told Skai TV.

Aerial footage released by the Greek coastguard on Friday showed rows of burnt trucks on the blackened deck after flames engulfed the ship. The ferry was carrying 153 vehicles, the company said.

A group of truck drivers who survived the ordeal arrived back in Bulgaria in the early hours of Sunday.

"Once we were in the boats we saw the huge flames. Everything burned, the losses are big, but I am glad we are alive and we will see our families," truck driver Rumen Cholakov told Bulgarian Nova TV.

Fire fighters battling a blaze on a ferry sailing from Greece to Italy discovered a survivor on the stern of the still burning vessel on Sunday, the Greek coast guard said, reviving hopes that other missing passengers could still be found alive.

Fire fighters battling a blaze on a ferry sailing from Greece to Italy discovered a survivor on the stern of the still burning vessel on Sunday, the Greek coast guard said, reviving hopes that other missing passengers could still be found alive. Rescuers managed to take at least 281 out of 292 passengers and crew to safety after the blaze broke out on the Italian-flagged Euroferry Olympia early on Friday, but 11 people are still missing, according to the coast guard and ferry operator. Also read | Rescue efforts continue for 12 missing in Greece ferry fire Firefighters have been trying for days to contain the fire and cool scorching temperatures on the 183-metre (600 ft) ship to allow emergency crews to board and rescue any survivors. The authorities have not announced a death toll. "Firefighters are still battling the fire and crews are searching for more people," the fire brigade said. The cause of the blaze is still being investigated and a prosecutor has launched an inquiry, according to coast guard officials. The ferry had been on its way to the Italian port of Brindisi from Igoumenitsa in Greece. Many of the passengers were truck owners or drivers transporting goods through Europe. Also read | Two trapped, hundreds rescued after flames engulf Greece-Italy ferry The man rescued on Sunday was from Belarus, according to the coast guard, while those still missing are Bulgarian, Turkish and Greek nationals. Reuters footage showed rescuers climbing up a stepladder to the vessel after a tug boat towed it closer to the shore. "Since one person is rescued, we are optimistic that more survivors can be found," Greek coastguard spokesman Nikos Alexiou told Skai TV. Aerial footage released by the Greek coastguard on Friday showed rows of burnt trucks on the blackened deck after flames engulfed the ship. The ferry was carrying 153 vehicles, the company said. A group of truck drivers who survived the ordeal arrived back in Bulgaria in the early hours of Sunday. "Once we were in the boats we saw the huge flames. Everything burned, the losses are big, but I am glad we are alive and we will see our families," truck driver Rumen Cholakov told Bulgarian Nova TV.

Passenger found alive on Greece-Italy ferry after blaze, 11 still missing

Following a gas pipe explosion, a four-storey building in Italy has collapsed. Several people, including children, are feared to be trapped under the rubble.

12 people reportedly missing after a Four-storey building in Italy collapses following gas explosion

The shadows of history are difficult to leave, and when many are missing they become part of the present. Even after 38 years, since the end of the civic-military dictatorship of Argentina in 1983, several remain missing, and the country has launched an international campaign to find them.

The Argentine Government, the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, and relatives are still looking for more than 350 granddaughters and grandsons who live with their false identities.

The dictatorship in Argentina from 1976 to 1983 saw massive human rights violations, including the abduction of about 500 babies, girls, and boys. These children, separated from their families, grew up with false identities, unknown as to who they were.&nbsp;

Since the fall of the dictatorship, 130 cases have been solved but 350 people remain missing. To find the missing, "#ArgentinaTeBusca [#ArgentinaIsLookingForYou] International Campaign has been launched.

Earlier this year, the campaign was launched by Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, Argentina's CONADI or National Commission for the Right to Identity, and the Government of Argentina.

Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo is an Argentinian human rights organisation that aims to locate these children. Interestingly the organisation, chaired by Estela de Carlotto, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize five times for the work.

Argentina's embassies and consulates, including in India, are pitching in for the campaign to find its missing. They have released a brochure that says, "Qere you born between 1974 and 1983?,&nbsp;you might be one of the granddaughters or grandsons we are looking for" with the hashtag-- #ArgentinaTeBusca.

Genetic data has also been used to identify the children who have been kidnapped. The issues still garners an emotional response in the country, with many still waiting for their loved ones to return.

The shadows of history are difficult to leave, and when many are missing they become part of the present. Even after 38 years, since the end of the civic-military dictatorship of Argentina in 1983, several remain missing, and the country has launched an international campaign to find them.

The shadows of history are difficult to leave, and when many are missing they become part of the present. Even after 38 years, since the end of the civic-military dictatorship of Argentina in 1983, several remain missing, and the country has launched an international campaign to find them. The Argentine Government, the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, and relatives are still looking for more than 350 granddaughters and grandsons who live with their false identities. The dictatorship in Argentina from 1976 to 1983 saw massive human rights violations, including the abduction of about 500 babies, girls, and boys. These children, separated from their families, grew up with false identities, unknown as to who they were. Since the fall of the dictatorship, 130 cases have been solved but 350 people remain missing. To find the missing, "#ArgentinaTeBusca [#ArgentinaIsLookingForYou] International Campaign has been launched. Earlier this year, the campaign was launched by Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, Argentina's CONADI or National Commission for the Right to Identity, and the Government of Argentina. Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo is an Argentinian human rights organisation that aims to locate these children. Interestingly the organisation, chaired by Estela de Carlotto, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize five times for the work. Argentina's embassies and consulates, including in India, are pitching in for the campaign to find its missing. They have released a brochure that says, "Qere you born between 1974 and 1983?, you might be one of the granddaughters or grandsons we are looking for" with the hashtag-- #ArgentinaTeBusca. Genetic data has also been used to identify the children who have been kidnapped. The issues still garners an emotional response in the country, with many still waiting for their loved ones to return.

Argentina launches international campaign to find missing people after 30 years

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