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Physical Geography

Physical geography studies the Earth's natural features. It examines landforms, climates, and ecosystems. This field explores how these elements interact with human activity. It also considers natural resources and their distribution. Understanding physical geography helps in environmental conservation. It informs land use planning and disaster management. This knowledge is essential for sustainable development and ecological balance.

Kamchatka Earthquake and Tsunami Explained

The massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 has triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific...

 July 31, 2025

Earth’s Rotation Speeds Up Creating Shortest Day

Earth’s rotation is accelerating, making July 9, 2025, the shortest day ever recorded. The day will be shorter...

 July 9, 2025

Donald Trump Advocates Ending Daylight Saving Time

Daylight Saving Time (DST) has been a contentious issue in the United States. Recently, President Donald Trump renewed...

 April 12, 2025

Black Belt Region of the USA

The Black Belt is a historically region in the Southern United States. It is known for its rich...

 March 12, 2025

Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment

Vanuatu has gained attention recently due to its citizenship by investment programme. This scheme allows wealthy individuals to...

 March 11, 2025

Early Humans’ Technological Evolution Uncovered in Tanzania

Recent discoveries in Tanzania have transformed our understanding of early human technology. Archaeologists have unearthed 27 bone tools...

 March 7, 2025

Vitrification of Brain Matter in Herculaneum Victims

In 79 CE, the eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Recent research has...

 March 6, 2025

Iraq Slowly Sinks

Recent studies reveal geological activity beneath the Zagros Mountains in northern Iraq. Researchers have identified a sinking oceanic...

 February 22, 2025

Human Migration Theories – Coastal vs Inland Routes

Recent genetic studies have reshaped our understanding of human evolution and migration. The prevailing out-of-Africa theory suggests that...

 December 11, 2024

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