Quake and Tsunami Hit Japan
A powerful earthquake measuring 8.8 in magnitude struck northern Japan today producing tsunami as high as 6 meters and causing devastation across the country. The quake caused power outage that affected 4 million homes and buildings in Tokyo and nearby areas. Farms and homes were washed away in the Miyagi prefecture. An oil refinery and […]
Read MoreEarthquake Rocks Japan
The east coast of Honshu, the largest and main island of Japan, was struck by a 7.2-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday. More than 20 aftershocks followed with four tremors felt today that measured 6 or greater in magnitude. Although the quakes were strong and caused buildings to shake in the capital city of Tokyo, no damage […]
Read MoreInteresting Facts: Boxing
The savagery of hand to hand combat has become a source of entertainment during the time of the gladiators. What used to be a part of a soldier’s training has become a spectator sport in the Roman coliseum, where every blow, and bloodshed is met by loud cheers of entertainment. Today, we experience the same […]
Read MoreSunlight – Good and Bad Effects
Sun plays a vital role in our lives—it primarily gives light and it warms up the world. Without the sun’s presence, the earth may probably get frozen in no time. However, due to the worsening of the protective ozone layer condition, sun received a bad name as it is believed to contribute to skin cancers […]
Read MorePopular Mind Games
We’ve been playing mind games since grade school. Our teachers used to give puzzles to break the monotony, while at the same time, learning our lessons from Math, Science, English, etc. Educators know well how mind games are so good when used as a teaching aid. They’re challenging, fun, and worthwhile learning experiences. That’s where […]
Read MoreTrip to Hawaii
Looking for a new location for traveling abroad at your convenient and enjoyment? Hawaii is the best place for you to visit. Hawaii is an island discovered by a seafarer who wanted to settle down in a far distant land from where he came from. It is a place with a series of beautiful and […]
Read MoreRising Threats to Coral Reefs
The World Resources Institute revealed in one of its reports that 75% of coral reefs are in the stage of “extreme damage” due to human practices and the fast changing climate in our planet. The last 10 years showed that the worsening condition of our marine ridges had grown by 10%. The most threatened reefs […]
Read MoreWettest and Hottest Summer in Australia
After 37 years, Queensland’s capital city of Brisbane had the wettest summer and this was due to the La Nina phenomenon. On record, this was also the strongest La Nina that brought almost a meter of rain to the city, more than the 1974 most wet summer. The northern part of QLD had experienced the […]
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