Small Cities Need More Help With ‘Extreme Events’
Worldwide, small to mid-sized cities are growing at a fast rate. But does a city’s ability to handle…
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Earthquakes Rock Central Italy
Dozens of people are dead, while buildings shook as far south as Rome. By Max Ufberg Editor’s Note — August…
The Rising Danger of Flooding In Egypt
As global temperatures rise, an unprepared Egypt braces itself for more extreme rainstorms.
Will California Ever Fall Into the Ocean?
Probably not, but the history behind that rumor is fascinating.
The Future of Work: The World Needs a New Business Model
The latest entry in a special project in which business and labor leaders, social scientists, technology visionaries, activists, and journalists weigh in on the most consequential changes in the workplace.
How Social Media Can Help Natural-Disaster Victims
It's a lot of information overload, but there's some useful stuff in there too.
You Don’t Actually Need to Bury the Dead Immediately After an Earthquake
In fact, it may be healthy not to.
Why Disease Hits Harder After Disasters in Developing Nations
A lot depends on the nutritional and health status of disaster victims before disaster struck.
Hurricanes With Female Names Are More Deadly
Researchers find giving a storm a feminine name inadvertently conveys the impression that it isn't all that dangerous. The result is inadequate preparation—and a higher death toll.
Why Disasters Like the Typhoon in the Philippines Will Keep Getting Worse
It's not just because of climate change—it's population growth, too.