Pacific Tsunami

Japan faces quake aftershocks, threat of new radiation leaks

Japan faced the threat of new radiation leaks at an earthquake-crippled nuclear plant after the cooling failed at a second reactor and strong aftershocks continued to rock the country's main island.  Full Article 

    A woman looks at the damage caused by a tsunami and an earthquake in Ishimaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, after the magnitude 8.9 earthquake struck the area March 13, 2011.  Credit: Reuters/Yomiuri Shimbun

    "Is it a dream?"

    Two days after a ferocious earthquake and tsunami submerged Japan's northeast coast, killing hundreds and forcing tens of thousands from their homes, the country is struggling to comprehend the scale of one of its worst disasters.  Full Article 

    Arab states back Libya no-fly zone against Gaddafi

    RAS LANUF, Libya/CAIRO (Reuters) - Arab countries appealed to the United Nations on Saturday to impose a no-fly zone on Libya as government troops backed by warplanes fought to drive rebels from remaining strongholds in western Libya. | Video

    Issues in Depth

    A broken "For Sale" sign is seen outside a home in the Queens borough of New York, November 21, 2008.  REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton

    Housing market isn't out of the woods yet

    Is the housing market on an upswing? Signs suggest we're on our way, but states and Feds need to get on the same page and realize keeping people in their homes is still a good idea.  Full Article 

    Elaine Corrigna, from Achill Island, Ireland, smiles before the start of the St. Patrick's Day parade in New York March 17, 2009. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton

    Top 10 St Patrick's Day parades

    From green rivers to flying potatoes, online travel adviser Cheapflights.com has drilled down to the best of the best of the St. Patrick's Day parades across the globe.  Full Article 

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