earthquakes

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Meta, meanwhile, is still going strong but has experienced its own earthquakes: from privacy scandals and election rigging accusations to teen mental health crises and toxic online harms.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The main long-term risks are corrosion of the copper canisters or earthquakes during future ice ages, which could potentially damage the capsules and cause radioactive fuel to leak, Kyllonen said.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

When earthquakes, floods, fires and other disasters happen, the IRS commonly suspends all sorts of deadlines for impacted taxpayers.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

They and other convenience stores play a vital role in earthquakes, serving as disaster-relief hubs during emergencies, distributing supplies and fresh water.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

“It’s fascinating how they miss things or try to explain them away. Take earthquakes, for instance. Half the time those are caused by Giants.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas