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...Indonesian scientists say the Dec. 26 and March 28 quakes off the coast of Sumatra have increased the area's seismic instability, leading to a sudden spike in activity among the country's volcanoes. Government volcanologist Syamsul Rizal says that although chances of a major eruption are slight, scientists are monitoring seismic activity and gas emissions to avoid another devastating surprise like the tsunami: "We already have an early-warning system in place." Official warnings don't cut much ice with Euis Halimah, who runs a tourist stall on the rim of Tangkuban Parahu's sulfurous crater...
...mean grade in undergraduate courses also saw a slight increase, up to 3.42 from a 3.41 the previous year...
Most people have at least one person on whom they can depend no matter what happens. There are slight tensions inherent in close friendship, but diehard loyalty will always bring that person running when they’re needed. Or will...
Mihaly believes that the Coke experience shows up some of the weaknesses of taste tests. He is critical of them in general because consumers have difficulty distinguishing slight variations in taste...
...varsity race, Georgetown seized a slight initial advantage over the three other boats, but the Crimson remained close. As each boat tried to gain seats on the other, both crews strained to grab a lasting lead. The crews exchanged seat advantages, with neither establishing much distance on one another. As the race progressed, Delaware and Columbia, who had once challenged the two leaders, dropped a bit off the pace...