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Double jolts made tsunami fierce
The tsunami that struck Tonga and Samoa last year was the result of a rare geological event.

Kiwis caught in Vanuatu quake
A NZ man last night told of fleeing his Port Vila office building when a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu, sending frightened residents and tourists rushing for high ground.

Sean Penn slams Wyclef's Haiti efforts
Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn has poured cold water on Wyclef Jean's bid for the Haitian presidency.

Earthquake hits Palmerston North
An earthquake has been felt in Palmerston North and other parts of the Manawatu as well as in northern Wairarapa and southern Hawkes Bay.

How do Earthquakes occur in New Zealand?
Kelvin Berryman explains how the tectonic plate boundary creates faults and earthquakes in New Zealand. Video / GNS

Osaka earthquake shakes vans
A strong earthquake shakes vans back and forth in Osaka, Western Japan. Source - @NewsKali

4.0 quake hits Napier
A quake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale was felt across Napier last night.