In cat and mouse game, Philippines resupplies troops in South China Sea atoll
By Jay Ereno SOUTH CHINA SEA The Philippines has completed a supply mission for troops stationed in a
2023-09-09 21:23
Kim Jong Un marks North Korea's anniversary with parade
Russia congratulates Kim Jong Un amid rumours of a possible meeting between him and Vladimir Putin.
2023-09-09 20:53
Sofyan Amrabat: Morocco manager offers injury update after international withdrawal
Morocco manager Walid Regragui explains the injury which saw Man Utd midfielder Sofyan Amrabat withdraw from the squad.
2023-09-09 20:49
Underground 'mountains' discovered on Earth's core five-times taller than Mt. Everest
A new study into the Earth beneath our feet has discovered that an ancient ocean floor structure could be wrapped around the planet's core which could be taller that Mount Everest in some areas. A brand new high-resolution mapping of the core has uncovered things that scientists previously didn't know according to a study that was first published in April. The discovery found that a thin but dense layer sits at around 2,900 kilometers below the surface at the Core Mantle Boundary where rocks meet the molten outer core of the planet. Geologist Samantha Hansen from the University of Alabama is quoted in the study saying: "Seismic investigations, such as ours, provide the highest resolution imaging of the interior structure of our planet, and we are finding that this structure is vastly more complicated than once thought." She adds: "Our research provides important connections between shallow and deep Earth structure and the overall processes driving our planet.” Hansen and her team conducted the research from 15 different stations in Antarctica by using seismic waves created by Earthquakes to create a map of what the inside of the planet looks like. The team identified the unexpected energy within seconds of the boundary-reflected wave from the seismic data. The findings show that although the layer is very thin it does spread for many, many kilometers and has been called the ultra-low velocity zone (ULVZs) due to its strong wave speed reductions. Due to the properties of the ULVZs the experts believe that the layer could vary dramatically in height. Geophysicist Edward Garnero from Arizona State University adds: "The material's thickness varies from a few kilometers to [tens] of kilometers. This suggests we are seeing mountains on the core, in some places up to five times taller than Mt. Everest." These underground mountains could play a significant role in how heat escapes from the Earth's core and power magnetic fields and volcanic eruptions. The team's studies suggest that the layer could encase all of the core but further research will have to be carried out to determine if that is the case. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-09-09 20:24
Chelsea target explains decision to reject Stamford Bridge transfer this summer
Lens striker Elye Wahi explains why he rejected the chance to sign for Chelsea.
2023-09-09 19:51
London police find and arrest fugitive terror suspect Daniel Khalife
London's Metropolitan Police have found and arrested Daniel Khalife, the force announced Saturday, marking the end of a three-day manhunt for the terror suspect who escaped from prison on Wednesday.
2023-09-09 19:22
3 generations of women from the same family are all heading to this Wisconsin college
Instead of calling your extended family to tell them how college is going, how about meeting up with them on campus after classes? These four women can do just that. Carthage College welcomed three generations of women on campus this fall semester, a grandmother, a mother, and her two daughters.
2023-09-09 18:27
Dani Carvajal explains impact of Jude Bellingham on Real Madrid squad
Dani Carvajal reveals just how impressive Jude Bellingham has been at Real Madrid.
2023-09-09 17:46
Saudi Pro League director refuses to give up Mohamed Salah pursuit
Saudi Pro League director Michael Emenalo discusses the failed attempt to sign Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.
2023-09-09 17:19
Luton Airport staff deliver baby in departures lounge
Staff worked together to help a mother give birth at Luton Airport.
2023-09-09 16:55
Oil Price Resurgence Has Further to Run After the Saudis Turn the Screw
When crude surges above $90 a barrel and the leaders of Saudi Arabia and Russia get on the
2023-09-09 16:51
Antony denies assault allegations in TV appearance
Man Utd winger Antony has denied accusations of assault during an appearance on Brazilian TV.
2023-09-09 16:46
