Earthquakes far from plate boundaries can cause aftershocks centuries later.
Global warming tribunal may stoke argument that climate change is based on belief, not science
New tribunal could be used as a source of invective by the ‘global warming is just a religion’ brigade.
Impatience at lack of leadership from Obama
UN and EU pile pressure on US to set ambitious carbon cuts and timetables to improve chances of deal at Copenhagen.
People, pollution and profits
From school buses polluted by diesel exhaust to pesticides, regulators are failing to protect us, argues John Wargo in his book “Green Intelligence”.
Ash Emissions at Nevado del Huila
A column of ash punched through the omnipresent clouds above Nevado del Huila in Colombia during recent volcanic activity.
Toxic Face Paint Makes for Scary Halloween
A test of childrens face paint found the heavy metals lead, nickel, cobalt and chromium, which are skin allergens, even in products labeled “non-toxic” and “hypoallergenic.”
Finnish university and industry celebrate their contribution to SMOS
With the launch of ESA’s Earth Explorer SMOS satellite just a few days away, the Helsinki University of Technology has been celebrating and reflecting on the contribution they and Finnish industry have made to SMOS.
El Niño, La Niña, and Rainfall
For many people, El Niño and La Niña mean floods or drought, but the events are actually a warming or cooling of the eastern Pacific Ocean that impacts rainfall.
Deal Drafted on Nuclear Fuel for Iran's Research Reactor
A draft agreement on providing Iran with fuel for a civilian nuclear research facility that could defuse tension over Iran’s nuclear program has emerged from nearly three days of talks supported by the United Nations IAEA.
Fires in Northwestern India
Acquired October 21, 2009, this true-color image shows a large cluster of fires burning in northwestern India. Red outlines delineate actively burning fires, and many fires produce small smoke plumes.