From 1967 to today, seismic threats expose recurring structural neglect. A rare seismic doublet hit Venezuela on June 24, 2026, when two earthquakes, magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, rocked the north-central coast, with epicenters near Yaracuy state. The tremors caused significant damage in La Guaira, Caracas, and other urban centers, prompting mass evacuations and widespread alarm. […]

Children and teenagers in Venezuela resumed their activities for the 2025-2026 school year after the break for the December holidays.