The United States and China held maritime security talks in Hawaii from November 18–20, aiming to restore military communications. Chinese navy described the meetings as “frank and constructive.” Both sides discussed maritime and air security issues amid rising regional tensions. During the talks, officials reviewed incidents involving naval and air encounters to improve safety and […]
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Alert level raised for Hawaii volcano due to rumbles, quakes
The Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii has been hit by at least 50 small earthquakes since October of last year, scientists said on Tuesday, prompting US geologists to raise its alert level to yellow. An eruption of Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, did not appear to be imminent. The increased seismic activity indicated […]
‘Super corals’ give glimmer of hope for world’s dying reefs
Hawaiian “super corals” that have recovered despite living in warm and acidic water offer a glimmer of hope that dying reefs across the world could be saved, a new study says. The research suggests that the gloomiest climate change picture of a world without the kaleidoscope underwater habitats could still be avoided, according to lead […]
Airman lost in World War II found using DNA analysis
An airman from Massachusetts who died during World War II when his plane crashed in Southeast Asia has been accounted for using DNA evidence. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Monday that US Army Air Forces Tech. Sgt. Alfred Sandini, of Marlborough, was accounted for earlier this year using dental, anthropological and DNA analysis, as […]
Drenched Hawaii on edge as Hurricane Lane slows its roll
Torrential rain pounded Hawaii on Friday as Hurricane Lane crawled toward the island state, triggering landslides and “catastrophic” flooding, while forcing thousands to seek emergency shelter. By mid-afternoon, Lane was located around 120 miles (190 kilometers) south of the capital Honolulu, but had slowed its north-northeastward progression to a pedestrian two miles per hour. Experts […]
Top 5 beaches in the world
Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda This beach consists of bright white sand turned slightly pink, stretching out in the shape of a horseshoe, carefully tucked in between huge rocks shaped intricately over the years by the sand and subtle push of water. To its right is the Port Royal Cove consisting of shallow water and a breathtakingly […]