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Venezuela hit by back-to-back powerful earthquakes, buildings collapse in Caracas

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela minutes apart on Wednesday, collapsing buildings in the capital, Caracas. The US Geological Survey said a magnitude 7.1 quake hit near Morón at a depth of 13 km, followed one minute later by a stronger 7.5-magnitude quake 16 km southwest of the town at 10 k...

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Same story. Different framing. Left, center, and right outlets are covering the same event. Here’s how each side worded it.

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HOW EACH SIDE WORDED IT

Left-leaningCenter-leftBack-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of CaracasPhiladelphia InquirerHigh
Right-leaningBREAKING VIDEOS – Earthquakes hit in Japan, California and Venezuela ALL today!The Right ScoopMixed
Center baseline · France24 AmericasHighVenezuela hit by back-to-back powerful earthquakes, buildings collapse in Caracas

As of June 25, 2026 at 1:58 AM, this is how Optics News reads the wording differences in this story.

What happened Venezuela hit by back-to-back powerful earthquakes, buildings collapse in Caracas.
The headline split The left frames it as "Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of...". The right frames it as "BREAKING VIDEOS – Earthquakes hit in Japan, California and Venezuela ALL today!".
Match confidence High confidence. 67 sources checked, Left/Center/Right all represented. Best read as a clear framing signal — not a fact-check.
Same-event confidenceHigh

67 sources across Left, Center, and Right all describe the same event.

Framing confidenceModerate

73/99 — meaningful wording shift across the spectrum.

WHAT EACH SIDE EMPHASIZED

Left / center-leftBack-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

Philadelphia Inquirer · Center-left · News report

CenterVenezuela hit by back-to-back powerful earthquakes, buildings collapse in Caracas

France24 Americas · Center · News report

Right / center-rightTwo powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely as terrifying images show buildings in ruins

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France24 AmericasNews report · Jun 25, 12:13 AM

Venezuela hit by back-to-back powerful earthquakes, buildings collapse in Caracas

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela minutes apart on Wednesday, collapsing buildings in the capital, Caracas. The US Geological Survey said a magnitude 7.1 quake hit near Morón at a d...

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Courthouse NewsNews report · Jun 25, 1:58 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The quakes, among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century, struck shortly after 6 p.m.

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Philadelphia InquirerNews report · Jun 25, 1:41 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes have slammed Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

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NZ HeraldNews report · Jun 25, 1:39 AM

Two earthquakes strike Venezuela as another tremor rocks Japan

Two powerful quakes minutes apart left buildings destroyed across Caracas.

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AxiosNews report · Jun 25, 1:34 AM

2 powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, damaging buildings in the capital, Caracas. The big picture: The U.S. Geological Survey issued a red alert for "shaking-related fatal...

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Chicago Sun-TimesNews report · Jun 25, 1:32 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

CARACAS, Venezuela — Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slammed Venezuela on Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas and leaving residents shaken. The U.S. Geologic...

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Daily MailNews report · Jun 25, 1:29 AM

Two powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely as terrifying images show buildings in ruins

Several ⁠earthquakes ​shook ‌Venezuela's ‌capital ⁠of ⁠Caracas ​on ​Wednesday ⁠afternoon,⁠witnesses ​reported.

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The HinduNews report · Jun 25, 1:24 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, buildings collapse in capital Caracas

People evacuated swaying buildings in Caracas and remained outside, many visibly shocked as they saw entire walls that had collapsed, making furniture visible from the street

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CBS News WorldNews report · Jun 25, 1:21 AM

Two 7+ magnitude earthquakes strike Venezuela, heavy damage reported in Caracas

A pair of earthquakes, the first measuring a magnitude of 7.2 and the second measuring in at 7.5, were reported Wednesday evening in northwest Venezuela, according to the U.S. Geological Su...

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UPIWire story · Jun 25, 1:15 AM

Strong back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela capital region

Two major earthquakes, magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, hit near the Venezuela capital on Wednesday, collapsing buildings and causing widespread damage.

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NPR - WorldNews report · Jun 25, 1:11 AM

Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuelan capital of Caracas

Powerful back to back earthquakes hit Venezuela's capital, Caracas. NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with journalist Maria Graterol who is in Caracas.

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KGW8 (Tegna, Portland OR)News report · Jun 25, 12:53 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The 7.1- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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RTE News (Ireland)News report · Jun 25, 12:48 AM

'High casualties' likely as 7.5 quake hits Venezuela

Strong earthquakes struck west of Venezuela's capital damaging buildings in Caracas and prompting scientists to warn of potentially heavy casualties and widespread destruction across the So...

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KING5 (Tegna, Seattle)News report · Jun 25, 12:44 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The 7.1- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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WUSA9 (Tegna, Washington DC)News report · Jun 25, 12:44 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The 7.1- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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KARE11 (Tegna, Minneapolis)News report · Jun 25, 12:44 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The 7.1- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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WCNC Charlotte (Tegna)News report · Jun 25, 12:44 AM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

The 7.1- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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The Right ScoopNews report · Jun 25, 12:44 AM

BREAKING VIDEOS – Earthquakes hit in Japan, California and Venezuela ALL today!

Earthquakes have hit in multiple countries today, from Pacific to the Caribbean, all on June 24th. Japan was hit first this morning, then California, and this evening Venezuela was rocked b...

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Honolulu Star-AdvertiserNews report · Jun 25, 12:42 AM

Buildings collapse as quakes rock Venezuela, ‘high casualties’ likely

CARACAS >> Strong earthquakes struck west of Venezuela’s capital on Wednesday afternoon, bringing down buildings in Caracas, trapping people in the rubble and prompting scientists to warn o...

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The Gateway PunditNews report · Jun 25, 12:40 AM

RING OF FIRE: Powerful Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake Hits Northern Japan

A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan on Wednesday evening (Thursday local time).

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Stuff (New Zealand)News report · Jun 25, 12:40 AM

In photos: Twin earthquakes strike Venezuela

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within about a minute of each other on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse and damage in Caracas. The rare back-to-b...

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KTRK / ABC13 HoustonNews report · Jun 25, 12:40 AM

Powerful 7.1 and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes hit Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake followed by a 7.5-magnitude quake shook Venezuela on Wednesday, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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Toronto SunNews report · Jun 25, 12:40 AM

Two powerful earthquakes strike Venezuela, destroying buildings

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Magnitude-7.2,7.5 quakes struck the same area

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The Sydney Morning HeraldNews report · Jun 25, 12:39 AM

‘High casualties’ feared as powerful back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Twin 7-magnitude earthquakes have hit Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse in Caracas, with warnings of further powerful aftershocks.

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The Age (Australia)News report · Jun 25, 12:39 AM

‘High casualties’ feared as powerful back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Twin 7-magnitude earthquakes have hit Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse in Caracas, with warnings of further powerful aftershocks.

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Washington Examiner - NewsNews report · Jun 25, 12:38 AM

‘High casualties’ feared after two powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela: USGS

Two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela on Wednesday, collapsing buildings, triggering panic across the country and capital of Caracas, and prompting the U.S. Geological Sur...

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Epoch Times WorldNews report · Jun 25, 12:30 AM

2 Powerful Earthquakes Rock Venezuela

A 7.5-magnitude earthquake followed shortly after a 7.2-magnitude temblor, collapsing buildings in the capital.

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The IndependentNews report · Jun 25, 12:28 AM

Twin earthquakes strike Venezuela, in photos

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within about a minute of each other on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse and damage in Caracas. The rare back-to-back tremors, measuring mag...

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Al Jazeera EnglishNews report · Jun 25, 12:18 AM

Buildings collapse in Venezuelan capital after powerful earthquakes hit

Buildings collapse in Venezuelan capital after powerful earthquakes hit.

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ABC NewsNews report · Jun 25, 12:16 AM

2 powerful earthquakes rattle Venezuela, damage and injuries reported

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Two powerful earthquakes rattled the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, damaging buildings in the capital and briefly triggering a tsunami advisory.

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Globe and MailNews report · Jun 25, 12:15 AM

Buildings collapse as 7.1-magnitude earthquake rocks north-central Venezuela

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake shook Venezuela on Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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SBS News (Australia)News report · Jun 25, 12:14 AM

Buildings collapse in Caracas after powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela

US authorities said "casualties and extensive damage are probable".

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The Indian ExpressNews report · Jun 25, 12:14 AM

Powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

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CNBCNews report · Jun 25, 12:10 AM

Buildings collapse as quakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas, with a magnitude 7.5 tremor hitting less than a minute later, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

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100 Percent Fed UpNews report · Jun 25, 12:09 AM

BREAKING: Multiple Earthquakes Rock Venezuela – 7.1 And 7.5 Magnitude – Footage Shows Collapsed Buildings

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes shook Venezuela on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse in the capital of Caracas. The U.S. Geological Survey […]

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ABC News Australia Top StoriesNews report · Jun 25, 12:08 AM

Breaking: Powerful, back-to-back earthquakes slam Venezuela

Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, local time, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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NDTVNews report · Jun 25, 12:00 AM

Two Back-To-Back Powerful Earthquakes Hit Venezuela, Buildings Collapse In Caracas

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Venezuela on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported, triggering panic in Caracas, according to AFP journalists.

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South China Morning PostNews report · Jun 24, 11:59 PM

Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, bringing down buildings in Caracas

⁠Strong earthquakes struck west of Venezuela’s capital ⁠on Wednesday afternoon, bringing down buildings in Caracas and causing scientists to estimate “high casualties and extensive damage”...

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WDSU New Orleans (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WCVB Boston (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WTAE Pittsburgh (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WBAL Baltimore (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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KCRA3 Sacramento (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WISN12 Milwaukee (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WLWT Cincinnati (Hearst)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WXII12 (Hearst, Greensboro)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WYFF4 (Hearst, Greenville)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WMTW8 (Hearst, Portland ME)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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KMBC9 (Hearst, Kansas City)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WGAL Susquehanna / KOAT7 (Hearst, Albuquerque)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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WMUR Hearst WLKY32 (Louisville)News report · Jun 24, 11:54 PM

Buildings collapse after back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes rattled Venezuela Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

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Le Monde EnglishNews report · Jun 24, 11:53 PM

Two strong earthquakes strike Venezuela, buildings collapse in Caracas

The two quakes struck the same area just minutes apart, causing damage in the capital Caracas and prompting tsunami warnings for parts of the Caribbean as authorities reported collapsed bui...

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KTLA5 (Nexstar, Los Angeles)News report · Jun 24, 11:51 PM

Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, collapsing buildings in Caracas

A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook Venezuela on Wednesday evening, seconds before a 7.5-magnitude quake hit, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

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Guardian WorldNews report · Jun 24, 11:50 PM

Venezuela earthquake: powerful back-to-back quakes collapse buildings in capital Caracas

Homes and buildings collapse after double quake, with tremors felt in neighbouring Colombia Venezuela earthquakes: follow live updates Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, has been struck by two p...

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Sky NewsNews report · Jun 24, 11:50 PM

'High casualties' feared as buildings collapse after back-to-back Venezuela earthquakes

Buildings have collapsed in Venezuela's capital, Caracas, after powerful back-to-back earthquakes hit the south American country - with reports there could be 'high casualties'.

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WFLA News Channel 8 (Nexstar, Tampa)News report · Jun 24, 11:49 PM

Powerful earthquakes collapses Venezuelan buildings; tsunami alert issued for Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hammered Venezuela on Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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The Times of IndiaNews report · Jun 24, 11:44 PM

7.1, 7.5 powerful back-to-back earthquakes rock Venezuela; 'high casualties likely'

Two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.1 and 7.5 magnitude, rocked Venezuela within minutes, causing buildings to crumble in the capital, Caracas. Tsunami alerts were issued for parts of the...

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WVEC 13News Now (Tegna, Norfolk)News report · Jun 24, 11:37 PM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes have hammered Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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The Straits TimesNews report · Jun 24, 11:12 PM

Buildings collapse as quakes rock Venezuela, ‘high casualties’ likely

Scientists warn of potentially heavy casualties and widespread destruction

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The Seattle TimesNews report · Jun 24, 11:06 PM

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

Back-to-back powerful earthquakes have slammed Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.

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India TodayNews report · Jun 24, 11:03 PM

Strongest-in-a-century earthquakes hit Venezuela, buildings collapse in Caracas

Strongestinacentury earthquakes hit Venezuela buildings collapse in Caracas

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The Washington TimesNews report · Jun 24, 10:45 PM

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Venezuela, swaying buildings in the capital

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake shook Venezuela on Wednesday, swaying buildings and homes in the capital of Caracas.

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The SunNews report · Jun 24, 10:40 PM

Two huge earthquakes strike Venezuela at 7.2 & 7.5 magnitudes as fears thousands dead after buildings collapse

TWO huge earthquakes have struck Venezuela at magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 - with thousands feared dead after buildings collapsed. Harrowing footage showed the aftermath of the major quakes -...

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The Sun (US)News report · Jun 24, 10:40 PM

Two huge earthquakes strike Venezuela at 7.2 & 7.5 magnitudes as fears tens of thousands dead after buildings collapse

TWO huge earthquakes have struck Venezuela at magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 - with tens of thousands feared dead after buildings collapsed. Harrowing footage showed the aftermath of the major q...

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GB NewsNews report · Jun 24, 10:34 PM

Tens of thousands feared dead after back-to-back earthquakes rock Venezuela

Tens of thousands are feared to have died after Venezuela was hit by back-to-back earthquakes. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the first termor registered at 7.2 magnitude and...

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Details73/99 Wording Gap · High confidence · 67 sources
73/99 Wording GapHigh confidence67 sources · 3 bias bucketsStable · 67 sources · all three buckets · comparable news formatFormats: News report, Wire story

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Now: Wording Gap is 73/99 and story health is stable · 67 sources · all three buckets · comparable news format.