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August 23, 2020

'Remarkable' 442-carat diamond found in Africa, could be worth $18M

One of the world's largest diamonds was unearthed in Africa recently, a 442-carat rock that could be worth as much as $18 million, according to one expert.

August 18, 2020

Strong earthquake in Philippines kills 1, damages coronavirus quarantine center, roads

At least one person was killed and dozens of buildings were damaged, including a coronavirus quarantine center, after a strong earthquake jolted the central Philippines on Tuesday, according to officials.

August 17, 2020

Series of earthquakes rattle Baja California, felt across border in San Diego

A series of earthquakes struck northwestern Mexico early Sunday, rattling portions of the San Diego area across the border, according to officials. 

August 11, 2020

Earthquake in North Carolina leaves behind 'big' crack in hill, aftershocks reported

When the most powerful earthquake to rattle North Carolina in more than 100 years shook much of the state on Sunday, the temblor apparently left its mark on one hillside.

August 10, 2020

Mount Sinabung volcano in Indonesia erupts, sends column of ash more than 3 miles into the sky

A rumbling volcano in Indonesia erupted Monday, sending a towering column of ash more than 3 miles into the sky and raining down on nearby villages.

July 30, 2020

'Fool's gold' could actually be valuable in this way, researchers find

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have found a way to make “fool’s gold” more attractive.

July 14, 2020

San Andreas Fault earthquake more likely after Ridgecrest quakes, scientists warn

Scientists have warned that last year’s Ridgecrest quakes in Southern California have increased the risk of a major San Andreas fault earthquake. .

June 21, 2020

Indonesia's most volatile volcano spews ash in new eruption

Indonesia’s most volatile volcano on Sunday spewed ash and hot gas in a massive column as high as 3.7 miles into the sky.

June 15, 2020

Underground 'structures' discovered near Earth’s core, surprising scientists

Scientists have discovered “unexpected widespread structures” near Earth’s core.

May 15, 2020

Earth's largest shield volcano revealed in the Hawaiian Islands

Scientists have identified the world’s largest shield volcano in the Hawaiian Islands, which is barely visible above the waters of the Pacific.