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Fossils protecting the coastline at Barton-on-Sea

Posted on 30 March 2017 by admin

Many people regard fossils, quite rightly, as rare and exotic objects. Yet how often do people come into contact with palaeontological remains without appreciating it? Probably the easiest example to cite is that of quarried stone, either appearing as facing … Continue reading →

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Great Barrier Reef protecting against landslides, tsunamis

Posted on 26 November 2015 by admin

Landslide distribution and geomorphology. The world-famous Australian reef is providing an effective barrier against landslide-induced tsunamis, new research shows. What has developed into the Great Barrier Reef was not always a barrier reef — it was once a fringing reef … Continue reading →

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Alfano calls for protecting jobs in mafia asset seizures

Posted on 22 October 2013 by admin

(ANSA) – Caltanissetta, October 21 – Italian Interior Minister and Deputy Premier Angelino Alfano on Monday called for beefing up the state’s management of mafia assets as a key weapon needed for the battle against organized crime in Italy. In … Continue reading →

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