Heritage NZ is "deeply disappointed" at the Wellington building's seemingly imminent demolition and says refurbishment is still achievable.

Whether the government approves two seabed mining applications or chooses a precautionary approach, the stakes are high and ...

A new study published in ‘JGR Solid Earth’ found that California is “overdue” for a major earthquake compared to four other ...

The US worked hard over the past seven years to rebuild relationships in the Pacific and counter the influence of China.

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) -- Taiwan was struck by an earthquake about 44 miles south of Hualien City, monitoring agencies said. The ...

California's earthquakes are far more likely to be "overdue" compared with earthquakes in the rest of the world.

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan was struck by an earthquake about 71 kilometers (44.1 miles) south of Hualien City, monitoring agencies said. The quake hit seconds after cell phone alarms went off at ...

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Taiwan was struck by a 5.9 magnitude earthquake Tuesday evening, the United States Geological Survey reported. The earthquake was detected about 71 kilometers (44.1 miles) south of ...

A moderately strong, 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Philippines on Tuesday, according to the United ...

ANKARA, Turkey -- A magnitude 5.8 earthquake shook a coastal town in Turkey on Tuesday, causing panic among residents, officials said. Dozens were reported injured after jumping from windows or ...

RBNZ cuts rate by 25 bps to 3.25%, as expected Central bank warns of reduced NZ demand and global growth due to US tariffs RBNZ forecasts slightly deeper easing cycle versus 3 months ago New ...

“The megathrust has a much more complex geometry than previously assumed. The study provides a new framework for earthquake and tsunami hazard assessment.” The new images reveal that the megathrust is ...