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Scientists Map Hidden Earthquake Zone Off California Coast
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Scientists Map Hidden Earthquake Zone Off California Coast

Researchers have discovered a hidden tectonic puzzle beneath Northern California by listening to thousands of tiny earthquakes most people can't feel. The breakthrough reveals five moving pieces instead of three, helping scientists better understand one of North America's most dangerous earthquake zones.

Hidden Tectonic Puzzle Solves California Earthquake Mystery
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Hidden Tectonic Puzzle Solves California Earthquake Mystery

Scientists used thousands of tiny earthquakes to reveal a hidden underground world beneath Northern California, discovering two secret tectonic plates that could help predict future quakes. The breakthrough could transform how we prepare for earthquakes along one of America's most dangerous fault zones.

Australian Scientists Unlock 3.7-Billion-Year Secret of Earth's Birth
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Australian Scientists Unlock 3.7-Billion-Year Secret of Earth's Birth

Researchers studying ancient rocks in Western Australia have discovered stunning new evidence about how Earth and the Moon formed. By examining crystals hidden inside the continent's oldest rocks, they've confirmed a cosmic collision gave birth to our Moon and revealed when Earth's continents truly began to grow.

NASA's Perseverance Rover Finds Rare Meteorite Rock on Mars Surface
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NASA's Perseverance Rover Finds Rare Meteorite Rock on Mars Surface

NASA's Perseverance rover has made an exciting discovery on Mars: a desk-sized iron-rich meteorite that could unlock new secrets about the Red Planet's history. The finding shows that even well-explored areas of Mars continue to surprise scientists with unexpected treasures waiting to be found.

Wind Cave Turns 123: How America's 6th National Park Protects Sacred Land & Pure Bison
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Wind Cave Turns 123: How America's 6th National Park Protects Sacred Land & Pure Bison

On January 9, 1903, Wind Cave became the world's first cave granted government protection, establishing a legacy of conservation that continues today. This remarkable South Dakota park safeguards the world's densest cave system, rare pure-blood bison, and sacred indigenous lands all at once.