One killed and buildings damaged as magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Indonesia

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Quake with epicentre west-north-west of Ternate island shakes cities and prompts regional tsunami warning

One person has been killed after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Ternate island, damaging buildings and triggering small tsunami waves.

The quake, which had a depth of 35km, occurred on Thursday at 6.48am local time, according to the United States Geological Survey. Its epicentre was 127km (79 miles) west-north-west of Ternate, an island in Indonesia’s North Maluku province.

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Calm weather forecast for most of Australia over Easter weekend while Bom watches for possible cyclone

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The Bureau of Meteorology says a blend of fine days and showers expected for most capital cities over the coming days

Many Australians can expect mild temperatures and a chance of showers over the Easter weekend, while meteorologists predict a cyclone will form in the Coral Sea from Saturday evening.

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast a blend of fine days and showers for most capital cities over the coming days.

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Pope Leo’s Triduum plans: What’s new? – The Pillar

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EU wants Hungary’s next leader to support Ukraine. It should be so lucky. – politico.eu

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How Iran turned a tiny island into an oil ‘toll booth’ as Tehran cements grip on global energy flows – CNBC

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New Zealand signs defence pact with Cook Islands after quarrel over China deal

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Agreement comes after Wellington halted millions in aid to its former colony after Cook Islands formed strategic partnership with Beijing

New Zealand and the Cook Islands have signed a defence and security declaration, ending a year-long diplomatic row that erupted after the Cook Islands struck strategic agreements with China.

The Cook Islands was a dependent New Zealand colony from 1901-65 but has since operated as a self-governing nation in “free association” with New Zealand. Its roughly 17,000 citizens hold New Zealand citizenship. There are obligations between the two nations to regularly consult on matters of defence and security.

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Powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia’s Molucca Sea kills 1 person, sets off small tsunami – CBS News

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  2. Indonesia earthquake damages buildings, but tsunami alerts have been lifted  Reuters
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  4. One killed and buildings damaged as magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Indonesia  The Guardian
  5. Magnitude 7.4 quake hits off Indonesia’s Ternate, tsunami warning lifted  Al Jazeera
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What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Wednesday. – The New York Times

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ICC moves ahead with disciplinary proceedings against chief prosecutor Khan – Reuters

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First troops from UN-backed Gang Suppression Force arrive in Haiti – Al Jazeera

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Magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes in Indonesia, sparking tsunami alert – The Guardian

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US-Europe rift widens as Trump lashes out at NATO allies over Mideast war – AP News

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Israel hits Iran with waves of attacks and says it killed top Hezbollah commander – The Guardian

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