6.8 magnitude earthquake jolts Japan

A strong earthquake of magnitude of 6.8 hit northern and northeastern Japan on Saturday, local media said. However, the weather agency has not issued tsunami warning, Tokyo-based Kyodo News Agency reported. The epicenter of the quake was about 490 kilometers (304 miles) below the surface of the earth, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read ...

Japan Bolsters Disaster Preparedness Amid Megaquake Warning

Japan increases disaster preparedness following a megaquake advisory along the Pacific coast. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida cancels a trip to Central Asia due to heightened earthquake risks. Recent quakes and tsunami warnings prompt immediate action. ( read original story ...)