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Contrary to recent hypothesis, 'chevrons' are not evidence of megatsunamis

A persistent school of thought in recent years has held that so-called "chevrons," large U- or V-shaped formations found in some of the world's coastal areas, are evidence of megatsunamis caused by asteroids ...

Space & Earth / Earth Sciences

created Apr 29, 2009 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Japan may put nuclear power firm under state control

Japan's government on Tuesday floated the idea of putting the operator of the crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant under temporary state control, as it asked for $8.9 billion more in compensation aid.

Technology / Energy & Green Tech

created Dec 27, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Fresh oil spills in N.Z's worst sea pollution disaster

New Zealand on Tuesday declared its worst maritime pollution disaster, as oil gushed into a pristine bay from a stranded container ship which was being pounded in heavy seas.

Space & Earth / Environment

created Oct 11, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0