Strong Shallow 5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Xizang, Tibet

A stong and shallow earthquake, with a 5.7 magnitude has hit western Xizang, also known as Tibet. The earthquake hit at 11:12 am local time, and it's not clear if there are any casualties or any serious damage. There are no large cities near the epicenter. "The earthquake...

4.1 Magnitude earthquake felt in downtown LA May 19th

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was felt in downtown La today, May 19 2009, just two days after a 4.7 magnitue earthquake hit the city. There were no reports of damage or injuries, and geologists said this is a typical...

Russia, US in tug-of-war over Arctic resources

 .This area could become a focusof dispute between severalcountries during this century.As oil and natural gas suppliesare exhausted elsewhere it iscertain drilling will happenin the arctic. "The U.S....

Quake and tsunami kill 13; countless are missing

UPDATE: Aid agencies are attempting to get supplies to the stranded islanders, many of whom are huddled together in higher elevations. After shocks are still a regular occurrence. The BBC has a great first-person...

Europe's Underwater Chemical Dump

"Some 3,500 barrels of mercury have been found in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Sweden. There may be thousands more to be discovered. Experts say the sea is full of industrial waste -- but nobody knows how much."

Moderate earthquake rocks Mexico City

"MEXICO CITY - A moderate earthquake rocked central Mexico on Friday, swaying skyscrapers in the capital and frightening residents. Emergency officials said no major damage or injuries were reported." "The U.S. Geological Survey estimated the earthquake had a preliminary...

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