Geology

Natural Disasters March 21

Dozens have been killed by landsides around the world this year. Here's how to tell if you're at risk.

Landslides around the world have killed hundreds of people at once, but they are difficult to predict. Scientists study their risks and warnings to try to be better prepared.

LIFESTYLE March 18

California show of Taylor Swift's ‘Eras Tour’ classified as ‘microearthquake': These 5 songs hit loudest

The California stop of Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" caused a microearthquake after researchers studied the tremor using placed motion sensors at SoFi Stadium.

Europe February 9

Latest Iceland volcanic eruption subsides, but experts wary of more soon to come

Iceland's Meteorological Office said Thursday that a volcanic eruption in the country's southwest has apparently subsided, though experts warn further eruptions may soon be on the way.

LIFESTYLE January 24

Man finds 7-carat diamond at Arkansas state park, names gem after his fiancée

A man recently found a large diamond at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Pike County, Arkansas. The tourist plans to have the gem cut into two for his daughter and his future wife.

Asia January 22

Indonesia's Mt. Merapi erupts, displacing thousands

Thousands were evacuated from the area surrounding Indonesia's Mount Merapi as it erupted Sunday, with residents advised to remain at least 4.3 miles away from its crater's mouth.

Europe January 15

Iceland volcano eruption begins receding after torching town outside capital

A volcanic eruption that set fire to homes in Grindavik, Iceland, has begun receding after the second such incident struck the area in four weeks.

North Dakota January 1

North Dakota coal miners unearth ancient mammoth fossil, including 7-foot-long tusk: 'Exciting find'

While working earlier this year in North Dakota, a group of coal miners discovered an ancient mammoth fossil, which included a seven-foot-long tusk.

This Day in History December 11

On this day in history, December 11, 1972, Apollo 17 astronauts become last humans to walk on the moon

On Dec. 11, 1972, Apollo 17 astronauts Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt became the last humans to walk on the moon as of now, as the final flight of the program concluded.

LIFESTYLE November 18

What causes a volcano to erupt? World watches as Iceland prepares for impending eruption

Two scientists share background and information about volcanoes, a natural phenomenon of the Earth, as the government of Iceland evacuates areas in the potential path of an eruption.

Japan November 9

Tiny island forms after undersea volcano erupts off the coast of Japan

An undersea volcano's eruption off Japan three weeks ago has birthed a tiny new island, although it may not last long. The island is about 328 feet in diameter.