May 10 2011
Mississippi Swells Over Homes, Roads
Levees and natural bluffs have protected most of Memphis from serious flooding but other areas are submerged.
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May 06 2011
Road Trip Through the Amazon Forest
On the lookout for ways to help manage deforestation, NSF-funded Michigan geographers map out an adventure.
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May 02 2011
Grand Canyon Born by Continental Lift
Geologists have wondered about the high plateau ever since early explorers stood on the edge of the Grand Canyon.
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Apr 26 2011
Foggy Notions for a Thirsty World
Mesh fences are harnessing water from fog to provide a lifeline to small impoverished communities.
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Apr 15 2011
First Signs of Lake Life Having Sex on the Beach
Complicated love on the rocks, sand, and shoreline of ancient lakes made early life interesting.
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Apr 13 2011
Body of California Tsunami Victim Found in Oregon
The body of a man swept away by the tsunami waves that hit California following the March 11 Japanese earthquake has been found.
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Apr 01 2011
Surfs Up in the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal offered surf champion Gary Saavedra an unusual crossing for his record-breaking challenge.
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Mar 18 2011
Japan Crisis: Your Questions Answered
Here at Discovery News, we understand the crisis in Japan is confusing. There was an earthquake, a tsunami and now a nuclear disaster. Our experts are on hand to answer any questions you may have.
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Feb 22 2011
Top Three American Health Threats from Climate Change
Toxic shellfish, infectious bacteria growths, and sewage overflows -- climate change is bringing about some health concerns that need addressing.
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Feb 18 2011
Watch Out For Spring Floods
Another year of major spring flooding is on its way to the upper Midwest.
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