On September 29, 2025, a 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Cebu region of the Philippines at 10:00 p.m. local time, killing 72 people and making it the deadliest earthquake in the region since 2013. The Philippines is no stranger to earthquakes; located above the tectonic Ring of Fire, the island nation has experienced more than 2,400 earthquakes within the last two weeks, from September 25th to October 9th. Yet this earthquake begs the question: what went wrong in this particular instance, and can the Philippines prevent similar catastrophes from occurring?

AsiaBy Andrew LayNovember 12, 2025Philippines, Indonesia, earthquake, climate change, humanitarian aid

Haiti Holds its Breath Amidst Tenuous Transition

Facing its latest row of intense challenges, Haiti now seeks a desperately needed cessation of the ongoing conflict between the government and criminal organizations. The current crisis now comes to a head with the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, as gangs tighten their grip on Port-au-Prince.

AmericasBy Will FullerMay 11, 2024Haiti, earthquake, organized crime, vigilantism

Earthquakes, Economics, and Elections: Turkey’s Syrian Refugee Population Faces Heightened Uncertainty

Exacerbated by the aftermath of a once in a generation earthquake, refugees in Turkey face increasing public backlash amidst political and economic tensions in Turkey.

Middle EastBy Nathan DuongJune 26, 2023Turkey, Syria, earthquake, Economy

Ecuador’s Recent Natural Disasters: A Worrying Indicator of Climate Change

Ecuador in particular is especially vulnerable to severe natural disasters, including landslides, droughts, floods, and earthquakes. This vulnerability is exacerbated by ineffective government policies combating climate change, political instability, river basin deterioration, farmland expansion, and inadequately constructed infrastructure.