The moon causes a second phenomenon that affects Earth’s rotation on a human timescale. Beachgoers know full well that the moon’s gravity causes the seas’ daily high and low tides, and the solid Earth ...

A magnitude 8.8 monster off the eastern coast of Russia threatened tens of millions of people with a tsunami risk. So why did ...

Being prepared for one disaster — say, a tsunami that doesn't cause any damage — makes you a lot more prepared for a fire or ...

Ventura County’s Ormond Beach is a wetland home to wildlife and a potential refuge for the nearby community. But it’s ...