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Satellite isotope landscapes reveal how rivers and snowmelt recharge aquifers in cold catchments

A recent study published in Communications Earth & Environment shows that snowmelt and surface-water systems play a dominant role in recharging groundwater in mountain catchments of the western U...

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New release: PLAXIS 2025.1

The latest PLAXIS release features a new database for calculation inputs and results. This upgrade offers faster output, improved data accessibility, and more consistent results, enabling users to pu...

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Landslip causes train derailment near Shap in Cumbria

A high-speed Avanti West Coast train travelling from Glasgow to London derailed near Shap in Cumbria on the morning of November 3, 2025. The 04:28 service, carrying 77 passengers and 10 crew members,...

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Groundwater extraction causing alarming urban subsidence across India’s megacities

New research published in Nature Sustainability warns that India’s largest cities are sinking at alarming rates, threatening the safety of thousands of buildings and millions of residents. The study,...

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Deforestation magnifies landslide and flooding risks after Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean

Hurricane Melissa pummeled the Caribbean region, striking especially hard in Jamaica and Cuba, where the storm’s heavy rainfall and intense winds triggered extensive landslides and flooding in areas...

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Iran’s heritage sites threatened by accelerating land subsidence, experts warn

Centuries-old monuments across Iran are facing increasing risks from land subsidence driven by decades of groundwater over-extraction, according to scientists and cultural-heritage officials. Sites o...

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The Rise of Offshore Wind Energy and the Role of Geotechnical Modelling with PLAXIS and SACS

Offshore wind energy has emerged as a cornerstone in the global transition toward sustainable energy solutions. As nations seek to reduce carbon emissions and address the challenges posed by climate...

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Powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern Afghanistan, triggering landslides and widespread damage

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck northern Afghanistan early on November 3, 2025, causing severe shaking across the provinces of Samangan and Balkh. According to the U.S. Geologica...

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The Wild Mile: Anchored in Sustainability

Chicago’s Goose Island area was once an industrial center for tanneries, breweries, and soap factories. The flames from Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company on the east side of the island gave the neig...

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Landslide blocks major route along Jalan Tun Sardonn in Penang

A severe landslide triggered by torrential rainfall struck the roadways of Penang Island on 23 October 2025, sending massive boulders and fallen trees cascading onto both lanes of Jalan Tun Sardon,...

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