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New research from the University of Copenhagen suggests that volcanic eruptions during the Ice Age may have triggered sudden ...

It’s part of the scenario in “The Day After Tomorrow,” but scientists differ over whether or how fast it may occur. A team ...

Ocean City, Maryland, event schedule is jam-packed with fun for all ages in 2026. Here's a look at what big events are coming to the shore this year.

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