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An island's rebirth: Life emerges after a catastrophic volcanic eruption
Aug 25, 2010 11:47:16 AM | U.S. Geological Survey News
Anchorage, Alaska — A secluded island in the Aleutian chain is revealing secrets of how land and marine ecosystems react to and recover from a catastrophic volcanic eruption that appeared at first glance to destroy all life on the island.
Glaciers Retreating in Asia
Aug 25, 2010 9:33:00 AM | U.S. Geological Survey News
Many of Asia’s glaciers are retreating as a result of climate change. This retreat impacts water supplies to millions of people, increases the likelihood of outburst floods that threaten life and property in nearby areas, and contributes to sea-level
Kindergarten Graduation Brawl
Aug 05, 2010 12:20:02 PM | digg
Two women have been charged with misdemeanors for a fight that led to a brawl during a kindergarten graduation ceremony. Investigators say the women were arguing and it got physical in a field.


New Chief for USGS National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center
Aug 04, 2010 10:29:41 AM | U.S. Geological Survey News
Doug Beard has been selected as the chief of the USGS National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center. The NCCWSC is helping understand climate change impacts on fish and wildlife and develop tools that resource managers can use to protect these species and their habitats. &l
15 Things You May Not Know About Sesame Street
Aug 03, 2010 5:30:03 PM | digg
For over forty years, Sesame Street has educated and entertained parents and children alike. Here are a few thing you might not know about this award-winning show.
From Drowning Coastal Marshes and Punk Ducks to Soil Crusts
Aug 03, 2010 9:13:25 AM | U.S. Geological Survey News
The 2010 Ecological Society of America conference is in Pittsburg, Penn., from Aug. 1 to Aug. 6.  This year’s theme is Global Warming: The Legacy of Our Past, the Challenge for Our Future. Drowning marshes: How High Can the Seas Rise


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