Hurricanes and typhoons may trigger major earthquakes, according to new study

Hurricanes and typhoons may trigger major earthquakes, according to new study: "Hurricanes and typhoons could contribute to other natural disasters that occur long after the rain and winds subside. A new study led by University of Miami (UM) scientist Shimon Wdowinski finds a link between earthquakes and tropical storms, and shows that they may have actually initiated some major temblors, including the recent 2010 quakes in Haiti and Taiwan."

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Lockheed Martin's very clever (and deadly) Joint Air-to-Ground Missile closer to deployment

Lockheed Martin's very clever (and deadly) Joint Air-to-Ground Missile closer to deployment: "With the announcement of the successful testing of a sophisticated Pneumatic Cooling System (PCS) by Lockheed Martin and industry partner Marotta Controls in December 2011, the very capable Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is a step closer to deployment in the field."

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Gizmag's top 10 cat gadgets

Gizmag's top 10 cat gadgets: "They've been our companions for thousands of years, but if you're a cat looking for some comfort, distraction or just some new playthings, there's never been a better time to be alive. We recently looked at some fun apps for your cat to play with on your iPad or tablet, but if you're not inclined to let your feline loose on an expensive piece of modern computing equipment,"

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Volvo to unveil XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept car in Detroit

Volvo to unveil XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept car in Detroit: "The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2012, which kicks off in Detroit next Monday, will see Volvo unveil its XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept car that it describes as "an electric car, a highly economical hybrid and a powerful high-performance car all rolled into one."

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