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Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.4M, Depth:10km) in Northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge 17/04/2026 12:39 UTC, [unknown].

On 4/17/2026 12:39:26 PM, an earthquake occurred in Northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge potentially affecting [unknown]. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.4M, Depth:10km. [Read more]

Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:70.766km) in Russia 17/04/2026 12:37 UTC, 2 thousand in 100km.

On 4/17/2026 12:37:12 PM, an earthquake occurred in Russia potentially affecting 2 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:70.766km. [Read more]

Red notification for tropical cyclone SINLAKU-26. Population affected by Category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 52601 .

From 09/04/2026 to 17/04/2026, a Hurricane/Typhoon > 74 mph (maximum wind speed of 287 km/h) SINLAKU-26 was active in NWPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: Northern Mariana Islands, Guam (vulnerability Medium). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 52601 . [Read more]

Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:32.187km) in Indonesia 17/04/2026 10:21 UTC, 3 thousand in 100km.

On 4/17/2026 10:21:15 AM, an earthquake occurred in Indonesia potentially affecting 3 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:32.187km. [Read more]

Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:116.727km) in Philippines 17/04/2026 06:47 UTC, 2.3 million in 100km.

On 4/17/2026 6:47:16 AM, an earthquake occurred in Philippines potentially affecting 2.3 million in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:116.727km. [Read more]

Environmental & Science

BBC News – Science & Environment
Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends'

The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity. [Read more]

Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero

The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny [Read more]

Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of

A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling. [Read more]

New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea

Newly released video shows the moment the hatch of Artemis II's Orion capsule is unlocked to a joyful reunion with the four astronauts. [Read more]

Golden eagles' return to English skies gets government backing

The birds could be reintroduced as early as next year following a £1m injection from the government. [Read more]

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