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Sam's News — world — 2026-07-28

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Japan earthquake in Kumamoto causes mall collapse with feared trapped victims

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on July 28, 2026, triggering a mall collapse and dozens of injuries, with 20-30 workers feared trapped.

  • Quake registered shindo 7, Japan's highest intensity level, at 10km depth
  • Aeon Mall in Kashima Town partially collapsed after an explosion
  • ~40 injured treated in Yatsushiro, ~50 in Kumamoto city
  • At least 12 buildings collapsed; cargo train derailed; fires reported
  • Kumamoto Castle (built 1607) sustained wall damage
  • No issues reported at nearby nuclear plants, including Sendai

Sources: Newsweek Research, NPR Research, The New York Times RSS, Hacker News (front page) RSS

Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates with massive drone attacks on Moscow

Ukraine launched hundreds of drones targeting Moscow in an overnight blitz as military tensions intensify.

Sources: The Moscow Times RSS

Major wildfires devastate Spain and France

Record wildfires spread across Spain and France, forcing mass evacuations and destroying large areas.

Sources: The Guardian RSS

Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed Hormuz strait access plan

Oman proposed a Gulf-backed plan involving voluntary fees for using the Hormuz Strait as tensions simmer between Iran and regional states.

Sources: Reuters RSS, Al Jazeera RSS