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Minerals, Mines, Hydrocarbons: Greenland's Key But Limited Resources

The vast autonomous Danish territory of Greenland, coveted by US President Donald Trump, is believed to hold untapped mineral and oil reserves, but on a global scale these amounts are modest and offer only minor potential for exploitation.

International Business Times

Ukraine Minerals Deal Won't Fix America's Mineral Problem

“We’ve basically made an agreement with very little data,” warned one expert.

Reason

What is the Ukraine minerals deal – and why does Trump want it signed?

Zelenskyy may visit the US this week to sign a deal on Ukraine’s rare earth minerals, according to Trump

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Creepy 'ghost lanterns' in South Carolina are not what they seem, study suggests

The Summerville ghost lanterns have mystified locals for generations. But geologists may have finally cracked the case.

LiveScience

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, spewing lava 330 feet into the sky

As Kilauea erupts a 330-foot-tall fountain of lava, officials warn of hazards from volcanic gas that may affect nearby communities.

LiveScience

Powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Caribbean and sparks tsunami warnings

It is unclear if there has been any movement or damage on land

Evening Standard

7.6 magnitude earthquake hits southwest of Cayman Islands: USGS

NWS says ‘the tsunami threat has passed. Unusual currents may be noticed in some areas. Exercise normal caution.’

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What are rare earth minerals? Why does US President Trump want Ukraine’s?

The self-proclaimed dealmaker says Washington should have access to Ukraine’s riches in exchange for wartime aid.

Al Jazeera

Magnitude 3.8 Earthquake Shakes Northeast, Felt In Boston

Magnitude 3.8 earthquake off Maine coast felt in Northeast, highlighting seismic activity in the region.

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Magnitude 3.8 Earthquake Hits Near York Harbor, Maine

Magnitude 3.8 earthquake near York Harbor, Maine, raises awareness of seismic risks in the region. USGS monitoring and providing updates.

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US Coast Guard and Florida start using Gulf of America for Gulf of Mexico

Donald Trump signed executive order to rename body of water in honor of ‘American greatness’

The Guardian - US

Partial solar eclipse March 2025: Everything you need to know

Get ready for a deep partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, which will occur at sunrise in North America and mid-morning across Europe.

Space

6.0-magnitude Earthquake Shakes Taiwan

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said, injuring 27 people, triggering landslides and causing ceilings of homes to cave in according to local authorities.

International Business Times

Giant reserves of 'gold' hydrogen may be lurking beneath at least 30 US states, 1st-of-its-kind map reveals

USGS researchers have unveiled the first map of prospective locations for hydrogen gas in the contiguous United States — and there's a lot more than they previously thought.

LiveScience

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Tibet earthquake: Deadly magnitude 7.1 quake hits holy city of Shigatse

A huge magnitude 7.1 earthquake has hit the holy city of Shigatse, or Xigazê, in the autonomous region of Tibet in China.

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Kilauea Volcano Erupts, Spewing Lava In Hawaii National Park

Learn about the recent eruption of Kilauea volcano on Hawaii island, spewing lava and attracting crowds to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

The Guardian - US

Kilauea on Hawaii’s Big Island, one of world’s most active volcanoes, erupts

Eruption was confined to volcano’s summit caldera, with torrents of red-hot lava and cloud-line plumes of gas visible

LiveScience

Kilauea volcano enters fourth eruption phase: Watch LIVE

Kilauea volcano in Hawaii is erupting with fountains of lava. Check out a USGS livestream from within the Halema'uma'u crater.

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The Conversation

China has banned US exports of key minerals for computer chips – leaving Washington with limited options

China recently banned the export of the minerals gallium and germanium to the US amid growing tensions between the two countries on trade.

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7.3-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Vanuatu, Causing Widespread Damage And Casualties

7.3-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu causes fatalities, injuries, and infrastructure damage. International aid mobilized for recovery.

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Powerful 7.3 Earthquake Hits Vanuatu, Causing Widespread Damage

Vanuatu struck by a 7.3 magnitude earthquake causing destruction in Port Vila, highlighting the region's vulnerability and need for international cooperation.

The Independent UK

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu

The USGS says a magnitude 7.3 earthquake has struck just off the coast of Vanuatu in the South Pacific Ocean

The Guardian - UK

State of emergency in Vanuatu after powerful earthquake hits Pacific island

Hospital staff say at least six people have been killed and 50 injured, while embassy officials say buildings in Port Vila damaged in 7.3 magnitude quake

LiveScience

Just a fraction of the hydrogen hidden beneath Earth's surface could power Earth for 200 years, scientists find

Trillions of tons of hydrogen gas are likely buried in rocks and reservoirs beneath Earth's surface, but researchers aren't sure where it is yet.

The Independent UK

The National Weather Service cancels tsunami warning for the U.S. West Coast after 7.0 earthquake

The National Weather Service has canceled its tsunami warning for the U.S. West Coast after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck early Thursday

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