Strong earthquake hits off the coast of Peru

Last Updated: Monday, August 12, 2013, 17:53

The US Geological Survey says a strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 has struck off the coast of northern Peru.

6.3-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia: USGS

Last Updated: Monday, August 12, 2013, 08:59

A 6.3-magnitude quake struck off eastern Indonesia on Monday, the US Geological Survey said, but no tsunami warning was issued.

Five dead, dozens injured in Indonesia quake

Last Updated: Tuesday, July 2, 2013, 13:43

A powerful earthquake in Indonesia`s Aceh province flattened buildings and sparked landslides on Tuesday, killing at least five people and injuring dozens in the region.

Moderate 6.2 quake strikes south of Crete: USGS

Last Updated: Sunday, June 16, 2013, 10:05

A moderate 6.2-magnitude earthquake rumbled off the southern coast of the Greek island of Crete, according to the US Geological Survey, but there was no immediate warning of a tsunami.

6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, no tsunami warning

Last Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013, 13:38

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake reportedly struck Honshu island on Saturday but no tsunami warning was issued.

Strong quake shakes Papua New Guinea: USGS

Last Updated: Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 11:12

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea on Wednesday, the US Geological Survey said, but no tsunami warning was issued and no damage was immediately reported.

6.1 earthquake hits off Japan`s coast: USGS

Last Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013, 09:33

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the south coast of Japan`s main Honshu island on Sunday, the United States Geological Survey said, but no tsunami warning was issued.

Indonesia hit by 5.5-magnitude quake, no Tsunami risk: USGS

Last Updated: Wednesday, November 28, 2012, 16:13

There is no risk of Tsunami as per an Indonesian seismologist Fauzi.

New NASA photo satellite to join 40-year mission

Last Updated: Saturday, September 22, 2012, 09:14

A fleet of picture-snapping NASA satellites that for 40 years has documented forest fires, tsunamis and everyday changes in the Earth`s geography will soon get a new member.

"Bumblebee" gecko discovered in Papua New Guinea: USGS

Last Updated: Thursday, April 19, 2012, 13:23

A new species of gecko with black and gold bands like a bumblebee and slender toes termed a "striking surprise" has been discovered deep in the tropical forests of Papua New Guinea.