An active volcano near Alaska's most populated city could be on the brink of eruption, according to scientists who are constantly monitoring a potential threat.

A volcano near Alaska's most populous city is showing signs it could be headed toward an eruption, officials said.

Mount Spurr's seismic activity has intensified, with tremors shifting towards Crater Peak, increasing eruption concerns.

Tasmanians are being urged to leave their homes and towns as raging bushfires surge across the state’s west coast, with one ...

A Waukesha County jury found Shone M. Bagley guilty of theft by virtue of office, business, or as trustee in December 2024.

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano began spewing volcanic activity this week for its 9th time with no injuries or damage reported.

The highly unusual barrage of earthquakes which began in late January has alarmed authorities. They have declared a state of ...

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The Greek island has a long history of earthquakes, but what is causing the recent series of quakes has scientists perplexed.

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is currently spewing fiery red-orange lava up to 250 feet high from its north vent – in what’s called "Episode 8" of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption.

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