2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami
At 07:58 AM local time, a massive 9.1 magnitude earthquake erupted off the coast of northern Sumatra, Indonesia.
The Secrets Behind Queen Elizabeth II’s Long and Healthy Life
Even in her 90s, she remained active, dedicated, and full of energy. But what was the secret behind her impressive health and endurance?
Typhoon Kathleen 1947 Japan
Typhoon Kathleen’s devastating impact led to sweeping changes in Japan’s approach to disaster management. The typhoon highlighted gaps in…
Yemen 1941 Jabal Razih Earthquake
Relief efforts were minimal, and survivors struggled without proper support or infrastructure to aid in their recovery.
The Power of Kindness. Heartwarming Stories That Restore Faith in Humanity
From a homeless man offering his last dollar to a little girl sharing all her sweets, these stories prove that kindness still thrives.
Black Saturday Bushfires 2009 Australia
The fires struck as the region experienced the most extreme temperatures and strong winds seen in over a century.
Northern Chinese Famine of 1876-1879
While natural calamities played a role, the disaster was significantly exacerbated by poor governance, foreign exploitation, and economic instability.
1868 Arica Earthquake Chile
Entire coastal communities were obliterated, and the bustling port of Arica was left in ruins.
Pakistan 2008 Earthquake
The hardest-hit areas were Ziarat, Pishin, and Qila Saifullah, where over 15,000 homes were reduced to ruins, leaving up to 120,000 people homeless.
People of Ad (A’ad)
According to the Qur’an (Surah Al-Araf: 66), they accused Prophet Hud of being a mere man, someone who was deluded and speaking nonsense.