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Earth news — August 23, 2026

Publications tagged with Earth published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

63 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Thunderstorm Advisories Issued Across Luzon

    PAGASA has issued thunderstorm advisories for various provinces in Luzon, including Zambales, Bataan, Batangas, Quezon, Rizal, Laguna, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Bulacan, and Metro Manila. These advisories, issued between August 22 and 24, 2026, warn of moderate to heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds expected within the next 2 to 3 hours. Residents are advised to take precautionary measures against flash floods and landslides.
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  3. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaEarth

    Egyptian Consortium Completes Tanzania's Julius Nyerere Dam and Hydroelectric Power Station

    Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the inauguration of Tanzania's Julius Nyerere Dam and Hydroelectric Power Station, highlighting Egypt's growing soft power in Africa. The project, implemented by an Egyptian consortium comprising The Arab Contractors and Elsewedy Electric, is one of Tanzania's major strategic undertakings in hydroelectric power generation. It aims to meet the country's growing electricity needs, reduce flood risks, and support economic development. The dam is a testament to Egyptian expertise in implementing major international projects and reflects the strong partnership between Egypt's public sector and private companies.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastLogisticsEarth

    Saudi Arabia Alters Oil Export Routes Amid Houthi Threats

    Saudi Arabia is once again adjusting its oil export routes due to threats from Houthi rebels in the southern Red Sea. The kingdom has increased oil exports through the northern Red Sea by about a third, reaching 1.1 million barrels per day. Saudi Aramco is using tankers to transport oil from Yanbu to Ain Sukhna in Egypt, where it is transferred through the SUMED pipeline to the Mediterranean port of Sidi Kerir. At least four tankers have made the trip two or more times, transporting about 16.3 million barrels. This rerouting is another illustration of the ongoing trade friction imposed by the war in Yemen.
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  9. WorldEuropeEarthStorms

    Peruvian Government Declares Emergency in Villa El Salvador and Villa María del Triunfo Due to Flooding

    The Peruvian government has declared a state of emergency in Villa El Salvador (VES) and Villa María del Triunfo (VMT) for 60 days due to flooding caused by persistent rain on August 16. The measure allows for urgent actions to assist affected areas, with the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima leading the response alongside local governments and various ministries. Schools in the affected districts resumed classes on August 24 after cleanup and repair efforts.
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  10. WorldEarth

    Earthquakes Shake Japan

    Two earthquakes struck Japan within hours of each other on Sunday. The first, a magnitude 5.9, hit the Kanto region, including Tokyo, early in the morning. It was followed by a magnitude 6.0 earthquake off Hokkaido later in the day. No tsunami alerts were issued, and no major damage or injuries were reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the earthquakes, and nuclear power plants reported no irregularities.
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  11. CultureEarth

    ZZ Top Returns to Stage After Drummer Frank Beard's Death

    ZZ Top performed their first concert since the death of longtime drummer Frank Beard on Saturday in Austin. Drummer Michael Monahan filled in for Beard, who died at 77 while receiving hospice care. The band's frontman Billy Gibbons addressed Beard's death briefly during the performance, telling the audience they were there to celebrate and have a good time. ZZ Top canceled two tour dates earlier in the week following Beard's death but resumed their tour with back-to-back shows in Austin.
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  13. CultureMiddle EastEarthRural

    Al-Aqsa Mosque Anniversary of Arson Commemorated

    Sheikh Akrama Sabri, the preacher of Al-Aqsa Mosque, has called for a mass gathering at the mosque on Tuesday, August 25, to commemorate the anniversary of its arson in 1969. The event coincides with the Prophet's Birthday. Sabri urged Muslims to use this occasion to strengthen their presence at the mosque, perform prayers, and participate in remembrance circles and lessons. He also emphasized the importance of acquiring books on the Prophet's biography and the Quran to emulate his example. Sabri called on the Arab and Islamic nations to unite their efforts to protect Al-Aqsa Mosque and all sanctities in Jerusalem and Palestine.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Earthquake in Japan Injures Dozens

    An earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, early Sunday morning. The earthquake left at least 37 people injured, mostly with minor injuries, according to the Japanese Fire and Disaster Management Agency. There was no tsunami threat. The epicenter was located in southern Ibaraki Prefecture, with a depth of around 70 kilometers. Authorities warned residents in affected areas to stay vigilant for possible aftershocks.
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  16. CultureEuropeIsraelEarth

    Prominent Cultural Figure Inge Bruckmann de Hollihan Passes Away at 99

    Mrs. Inge Bruckmann de Hollihan, founder of the Teatro Centro de Arte and grandmother of Stephany Hollihan, has passed away at the age of 99. Born in Germany, she arrived in Ecuador in 1948 and dedicated over four decades to promoting dance and culture in Guayaquil. Bruckmann was also a founder of the Sociedad Femenina de Cultura and contributed to the development of performing arts in the city. She was known for her contributions to artistic formation and the strengthening of cultural activity in Guayaquil.
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