Earthquakes in the week of 12-18 June 2013. Image credit: USGS

Subduction Earthquakes in Nicaragua and Greece: 12-18 June 2013

This week’s earthquakes were the result of complex tectonic settings – from a 6.7 off Nicaragua to a 6.2 quake in Greece: Did you feel any tremors?

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U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Arizona Voter ID Law

The U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Arizona’s voter ID law, requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote. What’s next for Proposition 200?

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Nelson Mandela: Reoccurring Lung Infection and TB History

Nelson Mandela is undergoing treatment again. How does Nelson Mandela’s history of tuberculosis disease affect his ongoing lung infection issues?

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Surprising New Findings about Suicide

A wide variety of new research on suicide risk factors can potentially open up new avenues of care and prevention for those who plan self-harm.

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Google Loon: Internet Access for Rural Areas via Balloon

Balloon Internet, a potential alternative for rural areas, is in the experimental stages. What will Google X’s Loon project mean for future Internet accessibility?

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Eyeball Licking: Dangers of Oculolinctus, New Fad Sweeping Japan

Eyeball licking, also known as ‘worming’ or oculolinctus, is a new fad in Japan can result in pinkeye or even blindness. Why is this trend so dangerous?

Location of the M5.8 Mexico earthquake of 16 June 2013

M5.8 Earthquake Strikes Mexico: 16 June 2013

Today’s earthquake, near Mexico City, has not resulted in the devastating damage of earlier quakes in the region. What’s the tectonic history of this area, where two tectonic plates meet?

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