TORNADOES, volcanic winters and 70-foot tsunamis aren’t the first words that come to mind when you think: Britain. But our ...

A devastating meteorite strike over three billion years ago may have been just what early life needed to thrive. While it’s ...

There's some celestial activity on the horizon as the 2025 meteor season returns. Two major meteor showers will appear across New Jersey skies in April and May — the Lyrids and the Eta Aquariids.

Both the Eta Aquarids and Lyrids meteor showers will be active at the same time, giving viewers in the Northern Hemisphere the opportunity to witness simultaneous meteor showers, as weather ...

Mark your calendars for several spectacular events this month. April may be known for its rain showers -- but when the clouds part, nighttime skygazers can enjoy meteor showers and other dazzling ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A strong 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga, prompting an initial tsunami warning that was later lifted for the Pacific island country. The U.S. Geological Survey ...

It also caused a powerful tsunami that affected the Pacific coast, reaching as far as New Zealand. The biggest and most powerful earthquake to ever be recorded was in South America which reached a ...

I don't want to travel there. It's hurricane season. Visiting Aunt Carol in the summer. Oh no, wildfire risk. Knowing where and when natural disasters may occur can help you plan your moves.