The massive 8.9-magnitude earthquake that hit off the coast of Japan is not only the biggest quake for the country on record, but scientists are now saying it’s the fifth biggest quake in the world in more than a century.
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BREAKING: 8.9 Earthquake Hits Japan, Followed by Tsunami
Japan was struck by a 8.9 earthquake off the northeastern coast of the island on Friday afternoon at 2:46 P.M. local time. Initially reported as a weaker earthquake, buildings in Tokyo shook for several minutes.
Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Erupts, Shooting Lava 80 Feet Into the Air
As one of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea’s eruption is no surprise. But the lava flows are always stunning to watch.
Injured at Sea: Hawaiian Pilot Spots ‘Disturbing’ Hurt Whale During Flight
A boat may have broke an ailing whale’s back off the Hawaiian cost.
The Case of the Smuggled Turtles Ends in Two Arrests (People, Not Turtles)
Two Japanese men were apprehended and charged at Los Angeles International airport on Monday for committing the crime of turtle smuggling.
Super Bowl Rehearsal? Tom Brady, Michael Vick Named as Pro Bowl Starting QB’s
Redemption might not be complete, but Michael Vick is making a pretty good stab at achieving a dream comeback to the NFL.
Time For Some R&R: A Look Back at Presidential Vacations
After one of the most prolific lame-duck sessions of Congress in history, President Obama headed to Hawaii. But where did his predecessors go on vacation?
MythBusters, Obama Edition: The Top 5 Myths About President Obama
On tonight’s episode of MythBusters., Obama asks the team to investigate the myth that ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes set a ship on fire by reflecting the sun off mirrors. But why not use the airtime to deflect myths about himself?
Vetoed: Hawaii Governor Shuts Down Bill for Benefits for Same-Sex Couples
Well, same-sex couples aren’t any closer to marriage in Hawaii.