magnetic pole-shift = end of the world?

i've been 'watching' the movement of the north magnetic pole since i was a child. If i say "this could cause the end of the world" (as we know it), i fear i'll be labeled a 'chicken little' or lupine fearing boy .. So i've stayed away from this topic .. But the magnetic pole...

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Death penalty for cyber terror in Pakistan

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Pet Shop Boys to be Honoured At BRIT's 2009

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Providing Power When There is None: Instant Access Networks, Frostburg Facult...

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