A 3.2 earthquake struck the Central Coast early Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The quake hit at 1:14 a.m.

Mapping out geology across the U.S. is surprisingly difficult, but the USGS has managed just that, and its map is more ...

The U.S. Geological Survey has transformed how the nation understands its mineral wealth. The agency's 2025 assessment ...

A new geological study is reshaping what scientists know about Maine's bedrock, and could play a key role in the state's ...

From weather patterns to chemical reactions, what contributes to how the sediment beneath your feet forms is complex and extensive. And if you’ve ever stopped to pick up a cool rock or check out the ...

The USGS publishes free topographic maps that show trails, rivers, and campsites in great detail for hikers, cyclists, and ...

Oct 16 (Reuters) - An earthquake of magnitude 6.7 struck Papua province in Indonesia on Thursday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The quake was at a depth of 70 km (43.5 miles), USGS ...

Navigation apps have become an essential part of modern life. Whether you are commuting to work, running errands or exploring a new city, relying on accurate directions and real-time traffic updates ...

A dramatically expanded geological map of the Bristol Channel has been unveiled, promising to guide the future of offshore wind, tidal energy and coastal development in one of the UK's most dynamic ...

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A magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit the central Philippines late on Tuesday night, killing 72 people and injuring hundreds, according to local authorities. Here is more about what happened and why the ...

Three earthquakes struck off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula early Monday, continuing a period of heightened seismic activity in one of the world’s most geologically active regions.