(CNN) — Earthquakes, caused by the shifting of Earth’s tectonic plates, have the potential to transform the face of the world. Now, for the first time, scientists have evidence that earthquakes can ...

Chinese scientists are exploring the possibility of recreating a modern, more sophisticated version of an ancient earthquake sensor allegedly invented nearly 2,000 years ago. The original, called the ...

JERUSALEM (AP) — With Israel situated in one of the world’s earthquake-prone areas, officials are taking action to protect the Holy Land’s most important ancient treasures so they don’t come tumbling ...