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Earth news — August 17, 2026

Publications tagged with Earth published on August 17, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

19 publications

  3. SocietyMiddle EastNorth AmericaEarth

    Three Poachers Shot Dead by Forest Guards in Karnataka

    Three poachers were shot dead by forest guards in an encounter in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning when a patrolling team of forest officials came across the poachers armed with country-made guns and carrying deer meat. One forest personnel was injured in the exchange of fire. The identities of the poachers were later confirmed as Antony Swamy, John Rose Peter, and Kumar. An inquiry has been ordered into the incident.
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  4. SocietyEarthHealthcare

    West Nile Virus Outbreak in Greece and Skopje

    The West Nile virus is circulating at high levels in Greece and Skopje, with 110 confirmed cases in Greece and 34 in Skopje since the beginning of the monitoring period. East Attica and Skopje's municipalities are the epicenters. Professor Gikas Magiorkinis and EODY warn that this could be one of the toughest years for the virus. Measures include personal protective measures against mosquitoes, larvicide and adulticide spraying, and public awareness campaigns. Two deaths have been reported in Skopje.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Low Water Levels Threaten Germany's Construction Sector

    Record low water levels in German rivers like the Rhine are causing disruptions in the construction industry. Ships are carrying less cargo, deliveries are delayed, and costs for transport and materials are increasing. The construction sector fears shortages of certain materials if water levels remain low. Alternatives like shifting cargo to railways or roads are possible but more expensive and limited in scale.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    China Sets World Record for Magnetic Levitation Train Acceleration

    An experimental magnetic levitation train in China has set a new world record for acceleration, reaching a speed of 800 km/h in just 5.3 seconds. The train, weighing 1.1 tons, achieved this feat on a 1-kilometer test track at the Donghu laboratory in Hubei province. This is the third record set by this train in the last six months, with previous records of 650 km/h and 700 km/h. The technology is still in the experimental stage but is planned for use in future high-speed transportation systems and other fields.
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  7. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth AmericaEarth

    SC Asks Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu

    The Supreme Court directed Karnataka to ensure compliance of the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) decision on releasing water to Tamil Nadu. The CWMA had directed Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days from August 12. Tamil Nadu alleged that Karnataka was not complying with the directive, while Karnataka argued that it was facing severe distress due to low inflows and would make up for the shortfall in subsequent days.
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  8. CultureEarthBox Office

    Influencers' Shark Encounters: Bites and Warnings

    Influencers are risking their lives for the perfect underwater selfie, leading to a series of shark attacks. At least three influencers have been bitten by sharks in on-camera incidents in less than a year, with one almost losing her leg. Experts warn that sharks are being harassed and that safety guidelines are being ignored. The International Shark Attack File reports an increase in such incidents.
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  9. WorldEarth

    Experts Warn of Possible Major Earthquake in Marmara Region on Anniversary of 1999 Disaster

    On the 27th anniversary of the 1999 Marmara earthquake, experts Prof. Dr. Osman Bektaş and Prof. Dr. Naci Görür have warned of the possibility of a major earthquake in the region. Bektaş stated that there is a 62% chance of a M7+ earthquake in 2000 and a 42% chance in 2004, while Görür emphasized that 'either now or later, a major earthquake will occur'. Both experts stressed the importance of maintaining high levels of earthquake preparedness in Istanbul and making the country earthquake-resistant.
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  10. CultureAppointmentsPrivacyEarth

    Joint Workouts Strengthen Relationships, Prevent Divorce

    Scientific studies have found that couples who exercise together, particularly through simple activities like walking, communicate better, resolve conflicts more easily, and experience less stress in their relationships. This can help strengthen romantic relationships and potentially prevent divorce. Both individual and joint workouts were found to be beneficial, but the overall effect was more noticeable when exercising together.
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  11. WorldSoutheast AsiaEarthWeather

    Tropical Storm Threat Looms Over South China Sea

    A broad low-pressure trough is expected to affect the South China Sea and the Philippine Sea east of Luzon later this week, with the possibility of two low-pressure areas forming within the trough. The Hong Kong Observatory predicts that one of these low-pressure areas in the northern South China Sea will develop and move towards the Hainan Island area in the next two to three days, bringing stronger winds and heavy rain along the coast of Guangdong in the middle of this week. There is also a possibility of a tropical storm forming this week.
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  14. WorldAsiaEarth

    Chiba Heavy Rain: Over 2,500 Vehicles Abandoned, 10 Dead

    Heavy rainfall in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, has resulted in at least 10 deaths and over 2,500 vehicles abandoned on roads. The flooding, which began around August 12, has caused significant disruption, with many vehicles submerged and blocking roads. Authorities are working to remove the abandoned vehicles, which have contributed to traffic congestion and even caused accidents. The death toll includes a man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning after using a generator during a power outage.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastEarthPublic Health

    Rare Palas Cat Spotted in Mazandaran, Highlights Need for Habitat Protection

    Photographs and footage of a Palas cat, one of Iran's rarest felines, have been captured in Mazandaran province. The sighting is significant as little is known about the species' distribution and population in Iran. Nature enthusiasts like Mojtaba Batebi and Majid Batbi have recorded the cat in the Nava region, Upper Larijan, highlighting the importance of protecting Mazandaran's mountainous habitats, especially outside the Hyrcanian forests.
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  16. WorldEuropeEarth

    Heavy Rainfall Alerts Issued Across India; Extremely Heavy Rain Expected in Odisha and West Bengal

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall and storm warnings for several parts of India until 21 August. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in North Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal on 17 August. Heavy rainfall is also possible in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh. Cloudy skies and light rain are expected in Delhi-NCR from 16 to 18 August. In Uttar Pradesh, heavy rainfall is expected in many areas from 16 to 19 August, with very heavy to extremely heavy rain in western and eastern UP. Heavy rain alerts have been issued for multiple states, including Arunachal Pradesh, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
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  17. WorldEuropeEarth

    Heavy Rain Expected Nationwide in South Korea

    The Korea Meteorological Administration predicts heavy rain across South Korea on August 16, with up to 250mm expected in the southern region and Jeju. The rain is expected to ease in the central region from 12 noon to 6 pm. Rainfall is predicted to be 5~30mm in Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi, 20~60mm in Daejeon, Sejong, Chungnam, and Chungbuk, and up to 100mm in Gwangju, Jeonnam, and Gyeongnam. Jeju is expected to receive 30~80mm of rain.
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  18. WorldReliefMiddle EastEarth

    Richest Family in Colombia Donates $48 Million for Earthquake Reconstruction

    The Gilinski family, Colombia's wealthiest, has donated $48 million (150 billion pesos) for the reconstruction of hospitals and schools in Cali, one of the cities most affected by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the donation, which will support the recovery of educational and health infrastructure in the capital of Valle del Cauca department. The family, led by businessman Jaime Gilinski, is estimated to have a fortune of $14.7 billion by Forbes. The donation is part of the business sector's mobilization to support the reconstruction efforts, with over $64 million collected so far. The earthquake has left 289 dead, 4,187 injured, and 143 missing, with over 115,000 people affected and significant material damage, including 81,500 homes damaged and 14,700 destroyed.
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  19. WorldCaribbeanEarthCounterterrorism

    Lawyer Dies Protecting Her Blind Dog During Colombia Earthquake

    Lenny Ruiz, a 37-year-old lawyer from Cali, Colombia, died heroically shielding her blind and epileptic dog, Salomón, during a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake. Lenny's body was found protecting Salomón among the rubble. The story of their bond has gone viral, highlighting the deep love between a person and their pet. Salomón, now rescued, is reportedly mourning Lenny's loss.
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