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Tokyo shakes because of the earthquake
Environment

Tokyo shakes because of the earthquake

A magnitude 6 earthquake shook the Japanese capital buildings early this morning. Officials say there is no risk of tsunamis.

December 16, 2018
Rare earth in the seabed
Environment

Rare earth in the seabed

Economists and geologists are worried that reserves of rare earth elements (hereinafter referred to as rare earths) will run out faster than expected because supply does…

December 16, 2018
Green fuel from corn waste
Environment

Green fuel from corn waste

After harvesting, the corn plants are released into the environment with many fibers which seem useless such as stems, leaves, shells, corns ...

December 16, 2018
The century oil spill still has consequences
Environment

The century oil spill still has consequences

According to research by University of Georgia scientists (USA), the amount of methane leaked after a serious oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in April 2010, still exists…

December 16, 2018