Papua New Guinea: An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale struck Papua New Guinea on Saturday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said. The quake struck at a depth of 198 kilometres (118 miles) below the Earth's surface, with no immediate reports of damage or injuries. According to Saudi Press Agency, the earthquake's significant depth likely mitigated potential surface damage. There have been no immediate reports regarding the impact on the local population or infrastructure. Emergency services and local authorities are monitoring the situation closely to assess any potential risks or aftershocks.