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Flooding across Nepal and Tibet has caused at least 919 deaths, with 4,793 individuals still unaccounted for. Following the disaster on August 26, Nepal has documented 903 fatalities and 4,247 people missing. In Gyirong County, Tibetan authorities have confirmed 16 deaths and 546 individuals missing. Search operations persist across devastated mountain regions, river valleys, and hydropower locations. As rescue teams access previously unreachable areas and verify reports of missing persons, officials have updated casualty figures accordingly.

A 5.1-magnitude quake shook Longchang City in China’s Sichuan Province on Friday, according to data released by the China Earthquake Networks Center. The tremor took place at 1:13 p.m. Beijing time at a depth of 13 kilometers, with its epicenter situated in Neijiang prefecture at 29.23 degrees north latitude and 105.22 degrees east longitude. Emergency agencies promptly launched initial field assessments across the county, with early reports confirming no immediate casualties or structural damages.

A 5.1-magnitude quake shook Longchang City in China’s Sichuan Province on Friday, according to data released by the China Earthquake Networks Center. The tremor took place at 1:13 p.m. Beijing local time, with a depth of 13 kilometers, and its epicenter situated in Neijiang prefecture at 29.23 degrees north latitude and 105.22 degrees east longitude. Emergency agencies promptly launched initial field evaluations across the county territory, with early assessments indicating no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage.

Wildfires sweeping through northeastern Algeria have claimed at least 12 lives and left 54 people injured during a severe heatwave. Interior Minister Said Sayoud reported that five individuals died in Jijel, four in Bejaia, and three in Tizi Ouzou. Among the injured, six remain in critical condition after suffering burns and requiring intensive medical attention. The fires have spread across several northern provinces, prompting emergency crews to continue operations around forested communities and nearby residential zones.

Official figures published by Pakistan’s federal government reveal that a total of 21,951 Pakistani nationals were sent back from Gulf nations between March 1 and July 13, 2026. As presented to the National Assembly, these deportations resulted from various violations, including overstaying visas, illegal entries, drug-related offenses, forged documents, and participation in organized begging networks. The nearly 22,000 Pakistanis expelled over four months for visa breaches and begging underscores a broader crackdown on immigration enforcement across the Middle East.

Indonesia’s South Nias earthquake prompts monitoring after tremors spread across Sumatra. The BMKG pinpointed the epicenter at 0.65 degrees south latitude and 98.32 degrees east longitude. The strongest shaking, rated at intensity IV, was reported in North Tapanuli, with tremors also felt in several West Sumatra areas. Communities located farther from the epicenter reported lower-intensity tremors. No tsunami warning issued after the seismic event. Officials continue assessments across affected zones.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the deadliest in the country’s history, with the death toll reaching 2,325. As of Aug. 16, government data indicated there have been 4,945 confirmed cases, including the 101 new infections reported in the last 24 hours. This latest death count surpasses the 2,299 fatalities recorded during the Ebola epidemic from 2018 to 2020 in the country.

Residents from various northern communities felt the ground shaking during the early morning hours. Pakistan earthquake near Sost triggers landslides and rockfalls across Upper Hunza. Affected districts include Hunza and Nagar, with Chipurson Valley in Upper Hunza experiencing some of the most evident ground effects. Communities surrounded by steep mountain slopes evacuated their homes as the tremors moved through the area. Landslides and falling rocks followed in certain parts of the valley. A rockfall blocked the Chipurson Valley road near Ramanji, disrupting local access. This route connects remote settlements in a region where mountain roads are essential links between villages and larger population centers. Initial assessments by authorities confirmed no fatalities or injuries from the main earthquake. No confirmed structural damages were reported at that time. The primary impact on local infrastructure consisted of rockfalls and landslides. The Gilgit-Baltistan administration closely monitored the affected areas and road conditions after the tremors. Officials also checked access to settlements where debris had reached mountain routes. This seismic activity adds to a series of significant earthquakes that have impacted northern Pakistan in 2026, which has seen multiple tremors during the year. Rockfalls Disrupt Roadways in Upper Hunza The earthquake’s epicenter was near Sost, a town situated on the Karakoram Highway corridor in northern Pakistan. Sost lies south of the Khunjerab Pass and serves as a gateway for communities across Upper Hunza. The Khunjerab route connects Pakistan with China

International Youth Day 2026 highlighted the need for youth investment and inclusion, emphasizing the shared aspirations of young people across diverse backgrounds. Secretary-General António Guterres urged youth to have a louder voice in decision-making processes, addressing issues like economic instability and digital inclusion. The event focused on skills development, calling for access to critical competencies like critical thinking and digital literacy. The theme also shed light on the challenges faced by youth in different regions, linking disparities to common goals of opportunity, security, and meaningful contribution to their communities.

Over 3,000 consolidated federal cases alleging that major social media platforms have contributed to harmful and addictive behaviors among young users remain active in court. On Aug. 10, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an initial appeal by Meta Platforms and TikTok. This decision allows the ongoing proceedings to proceed before U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland. The plaintiffs claim that certain platform design elements foster compulsive usage and have led to mental health issues among children and teenagers.