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Earth news — October 14, 2026

Publications tagged with Earth published on October 14, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

18 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastChinaEarth

    China, Botswana Elevate Relations to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

    Chinese President Xi Jinping and Botswanan President Duma Gideon Boko announced the elevation of bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership during a meeting in Beijing. The two leaders discussed strengthening cooperation in various fields including trade, digital economy, agriculture, education, and mining. They also reaffirmed their commitment to the one-China principle and welcomed greater investment under the Belt and Road Initiative.
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  7. WorldEarthHealthcareStorms

    Santiago Hit by Severe Storm; Red Alert Issued

    Santiago, Chile, was struck by a severe storm on October 13, featuring intense rainfall, hail, and electrical storms. The National Service for Prevention and Response to Disasters (Senapred) declared a red alert for the Metropolitan Region. The storm caused power outages, flooding, and disruptions to public transportation. More than 36,000 customers were without power, and several metro stations were closed or operating with reduced service. The storm was accompanied by a tornado in the Estación Central area, blowing off roofs and damaging buildings. The Chilean Meteorological Directorate issued a meteorological alert for the central zone of the country.
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  8. WorldEarthPublic HealthHealthcare

    Teenager's Death in Sochi Health Camp Sparks Investigation

    A 15-year-old boy from the Murmansk region died at a health camp in Sochi. His mother alleges that the camp staff failed to provide timely medical assistance after he fell ill. A criminal case for negligent homicide has been opened, and the parents are dissatisfied with the investigation's progress. Head of the Russian Investigative Committee, Alexander Bastrykin, has ordered a report on the investigation's status and established facts.
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  9. WorldEarthWeather

    Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Turkey

    Turkey's Meteorology Department has issued warnings for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds across various regions. The western Marmara region, Aegean coasts, and surrounding areas of Antalya, Muğla, and Şanlıurfa are expected to experience heavy thunderstorms and rain. Dust storms originating from Syria may cause muddy rain and traffic disruptions in the Eastern Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia regions. Istanbul is under a yellow alert for severe thunderstorms and lightning, with winds reaching up to 80 kilometers per hour.
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  12. CultureEarthDefenseBooks

    Artist Crafts Goddess Durga Sculpture from 13,000 Recycled Plastic Pens

    Kolkata artist Chandra Nath Saha has created a 5.5-foot-tall sculpture of Goddess Durga using approximately 13,000 recycled plastic pens and an equal number of pen refills. The artwork is on display at Kolkata’s Tridhara Sammilani Durga Puja venue and will not be immersed after the festival. Instead, it will be dismantled, and the plastic components will be recycled into new products.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Electricity Outages Due to Network Works in Montenegro and Nikšić Municipality

    Due to planned network works, various municipalities in Montenegro and Nikšić municipality will experience electricity outages on specific dates. The outages are scheduled to improve and ensure the safety of electricity supply. Affected areas include Podgorica, Nikšić, Zeta, Danilovgrad, Cetinje, Plužine, Ulcinj, Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Berane, Andrijevica, Plav, Rožaje, Petnjica, Mojkovac, Kolašin, Bijelo Polje, Žabljak, Šavnik, Pljevlja, and others. The duration and exact locations of the outages vary by municipality.
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  16. WorldEarthPublic HealthClimate

    III National Multi-Hazard Simulation: Schedule, Participation, and Preparation Tips

    On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 8 pm, the III National Multi-Hazard Simulation will take place nationwide, organized by the National Institute of Civil Defense (INDECI). The event aims to strengthen preparation and response capacity to natural hazards and human-induced disasters. The simulation will coincide with the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction. Participants will practice responses to various hazards, including earthquakes, heavy rains, and tsunamis. INDECI recommends creating a Family Emergency Plan using the I-U-E-A-O sequence before the simulation.
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