Digital News Report- The death toll from the earthquake that struck central Italy on Monday morning continues to rise. Some sources are claiming that the death toll is as high as 150,…
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6.3 Quake in Italy Kills Dozens
Digital News Report A major earthquake, which is currently measured at 6.3 magnitude, has struck central Italy. The epicenter is in the town of L’Aquila, though the quake was felt as far…
North Korea Launches Rocket
Digital News Report- According to sources in Japan, North Korea has launched a taepodong 2 rocket, which they claim is putting a satellite in orbit. Many feel that the launch is a…
14 Dead in NY Shooting
Digital News Report- Fourteen people have been confirmed dead after a violent shooting in Binghampton, New York at an immigration services center. Thirty-seven hostages were removed from the building, four of whom…
Investors Warming Up To GM Bankruptcy
(Digital News Report) The Dow Jones Industrial Average is beginning to recover after dropping 254 points on Monday. The Dow recovered 87 points while the S&P 500 was up 10 points and the NASDAQ saw a gain of 27 points.
8-Year Old Tracy Girl Missing, $7000 Reward
Digital News Report- Hundreds have joined the search effort to find an 8-year old Sandra Cantu, who went missing from Tracy, CA on Friday, but so far there has been no clues…
Bay Area Earthquake ESE of San Jose
Digital News Report- A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck the south bay at 10:40am this morning. The epicenter was 14 miles ESE of the San Jose City Hall at a depth of 3.9…
30 Years Later, the Nuclear Debate Continues
Digital News Report- Thirty years ago today a nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania partially melted down in what became known as the worst civilian nuclear accident in United States history. The incident,…
Turn Off Your Lights for Earth Hour
Digital News Report- From 8:30pm to 9:30pm local time on March 28th, lights will be shut off around the world from the Vegas Strip to the Eiffel Tower. The event, organized by…
Mount Redoubt causes aviation problems
Digital News Report- Mount Redoubt has continued to cause problems for flights in and out of Alaska after large-scale eruptions began on March 22nd. Five days and 12 eruptions later, Alaska Airlines…