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Rare East Coast Earthquake Damages National Cathedral, Washington Monument [VIDEO]

Jade Walker — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:36:36 +0000

The 5.8-magnitude earthquake that unnerved millions of people on the East Coast of the United States on Tuesday forced schools in three states to close and damaged several buildings and federal landmarks.

At least four aftershocks followed the powerful quake, including a 3.4-magnitude tremblor that hit near the nation’s capital overnight.

Country Star's Twitter Messages to Japan

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 05:32:17 +0000

Several country stars took to Twitter over the weekend in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that took lives and leveled communities in Japan on Friday. Read More to see their Tweets.

How You Can Help Victims of Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami

Aaron Galloway — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 04:00:11 +0000

Many of you are wondering how you can help the Japanese people, in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that has struck the island nation. Here are some organizations involved in the rescue and recovery effort that you can donate to. The Red Cross – Provides donations, first-aid and emotional support for both [...]

Massive Earthquake, Tsunami Strike Japan; Effects Expected Around the Globe

Aaron Galloway — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:07:20 +0000

Hundreds have been found or are presumed dead after a massive earthquake and ensuing tsunami tore through Japan's northeast coast. Some are already declaring the 8.9 magnitude quake the largest ever recorded and after-effects are expected to hit the west coast of the US, the Phillippines, Indonesia and other vulnerable spots. The Internet has sped into action, using Twitter to report updates and Google's crisis response page to report missing persons.